Cheap Homes for Rent in Chinatown Neighborhood of Honolulu, HI from $600 (22 Rentals)

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property at 545 Queen St

545 Queen St

HonoluluHI96813
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1719 Nuuanu Ave

HonoluluHI96813

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HonoluluHI96813
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HonoluluHI96817

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Chinatown, Honolulu, HI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Chinatown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chinatown area of Honolulu, HI is a 1 Bed unit found at Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments priced from $1,201. Kokua Hale has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,310. Here are the most affordable Chinatown apartments for rent in Honolulu, HI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,201
Kokua HaleStudioStudio,1BA$1,310
Halewai'olu Residences 55+1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,545
1060 BishopStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$2,128
Waena ApartmentsKiele1BR,1BA$2,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, HI

As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chinatown area is the $2.31 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments in the in the Honolulu Ahupua`a neighborhood starting from $1,708. The second greatest value Chinatown apartment is the Kiele Model at Waena Apartments starting at $2,150 with a $3.69 price per square foot in the Honolulu Ahupua`a neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chinatown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.31
Waena ApartmentsKiele1BR,1BA$3.69
Halewai'olu Residences 55+1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.76
The Residences at Bishop PlaceStudios (A)Studio ,1BA$5.53
1060 BishopStudio 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$5.44
Kokua HaleStudioStudio ,1BA$4.76

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chinatown, Honolulu, HI

Ranked #1

Among cities in Hawaii for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chinatown

What type of rentals are currently available in Chinatown?

There are currently 303 Apartments for Rent in Chinatown, HI with pricing that ranges from $950 to $6,879. There are also 63 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chinatown ranging from $650 to $8,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chinatown?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chinatown ranges from $650 to $8,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,989.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Chinatown?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chinatown range from $2,300 to $2,850, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $8,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,925.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Your Guide to the Aloha Life: The Top Value Neighborhoods for Renting in Honolulu

Written by: Allison Wallis

I’m Allison, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Honolulu, Hawaiʻi. I’ve lived on Oʻahu for nearly 20 years, and my husband and I are raising a daughter here. While it’s expensive, we wouldn’t want to be anywhere else.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.