
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Diamond Head Neighborhood of Honolulu, HI from $1,300 (162 Rentals)
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2575 Kuhio Ave, Unit Apt 404

Canal House

Colony Surf Building

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Fairway House

Waikiki Beach Condominiums
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The Palms

250 Ohua Ave

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Sans Souci

Kuhio Village

Ala Wai Town House

The Governor Cleghorn

745a-745b Ekela Ave

Diamond Head Alii

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Tropic Seas

3215 Hoolulu St

Oceanside Manor

Ala Wai Palms

927 10th Ave

735 Makaleka Ave

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3204 Brokaw St

3317-3323 Hayden St
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Diamond Head Surf

228 Liliuokalani Ave

3019 Kalakaua Ave

Kuhio Courte

808 Makaleka Ave

Pacific International Condos

2942 Date St

The Tahitienne

Ala Wai Vista

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Diamond Head, Honolulu, HI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Diamond Head?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Head Studio Apartments | $2,558 | $1,700 | $3,458 |
| Diamond Head 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,567 | $1,850 | $8,314 |
| Diamond Head 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,434 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Diamond Head 3 Bedroom Apartments | $13,042 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 162 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Diamond Head Neighborhood of Honolulu, HI.
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Cheapest Available Diamond Head Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Diamond Head area of Honolulu, HI is a Studio unit found at Kanekapolei Collection priced from $1,370. Ala Wai Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Diamond Head apartments for rent in Honolulu, HI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kanekapolei Collection | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,370 |
| Ala Wai Gardens Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Waikiki Whale Watcher | Fully Furn Studio Long term | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Napili Towers | 2 Bdrm - Plan4 | 2BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Lilia Waikiki | 1R | 1BR,1BA | $3,158 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Diamond Head, HI
As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Diamond Head area is the $3.44 price per square foot 2575 Kuhio Ave Model at 2575 Kuhio Ave, Unit Apt 404 in the in the Diamond Head neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Diamond Head apartment is the 2 Bdrm - Plan4 Model at Napili Towers starting at $2,495 with a $3.17 price per square foot in the Diamond Head neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Diamond Head apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2575 Kuhio Ave, Unit Apt 404 | 2575 Kuhio Ave | 2BR,2BA | $3.44 |
| Napili Towers | 2 Bdrm - Plan4 | 2BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| 441 Lewers St, Unit 808 | 441 Lewers St | 2BR,1BA | $5.75 |
| Kanekapolei Collection | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $3.09 |
| Lilia Waikiki | ST | Studio ,1BA | $8.00 |
| Waikiki Whale Watcher | Fully Furn Jr 1 Bedroom Long term | 1BR,1BA | $7.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Diamond Head Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Diamond Head?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Diamond Head is under $3,158.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Diamond Head?
The cheapest apartment in Diamond Head is Waikiki Whale Watcher which is listed at $1,975, while the average apartment in Diamond Head costs $3,680.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Diamond Head?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 24 regular apartments in Diamond Head that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Diamond Head?
Cheap apartments in Diamond Head have an average cost of $2,912 which is $768 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Diamond Head.
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