
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Honolulu Neighborhood of Honolulu, HI from $900 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Honolulu area of Honolulu.


Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments

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Downtown Honolulu, Honolulu, HI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Honolulu?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Honolulu Studio Apartments | $1,963 | $980 | $2,750 |
| Downtown Honolulu 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,247 | $1,201 | $3,200 |
| Downtown Honolulu 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,408 | $1,999 | $6,587 |
| Downtown Honolulu 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Honolulu Neighborhood of Honolulu, HI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Honolulu Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Honolulu 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 Downtown Honolulu apartments for rent in Honolulu, HI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,201 |
| Kokua Hale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,310 |
| Halewai'olu Residences 55+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Honolulu, HI
As of February 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Honolulu area is the $3.61 price per square foot Kiele - Ilima - Maile Model at Waena Apartments in the in the Honolulu Ahupua`a neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Downtown Honolulu apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Halewai'olu Residences 55+ starting at $1,545 with a $2.76 price per square foot in the Honolulu Ahupua`a neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Honolulu apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waena Apartments | Kiele - Ilima - Maile | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Halewai'olu Residences 55+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| The Residences at Bishop Place | Alcove One-Bedroom(B) | 1BR,1BA | $5.84 |
| 1060 Bishop | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $5.44 |
| Kokua Hale | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Honolulu Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Honolulu?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Honolulu is under $2,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Honolulu?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Honolulu is Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,201, while the average apartment in Downtown Honolulu costs $5,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Honolulu?
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 4 regular apartments in Downtown Honolulu that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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