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property at 2421 Ala Wai Blvd

$1,388

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$1,388

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$1,388

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

2421 Ala Wai Blvd, Unit 4A

2421 Ala Wai Blvd
HonoluluHI96815

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property at 1718 Anapuni St

$1,550 - $2,000

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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1718 Anapuni St

HonoluluHI96822

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

property at 1188 Bishop St

$1,600 - $1,800

Studio Rentals

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1188 Bishop St

HonoluluHI96813
property at 1511 Nuuanu Ave

$1,650 - $2,500

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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1511 Nuuanu Ave

HonoluluHI96817

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 1438 Liliha St

$1,700 - $2,100

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1438 Liliha St

HonoluluHI96817
property at 1550 Wilder Ave

$1,750

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$1,750

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$1,750

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 15

1550 Wilder Ave, Unit Punahou Gardens

1550 Wilder Ave
HonoluluHI96822

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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property at 444 Niu St

$1,700 - $1,900

Studio Rentals

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444 Niu St

HonoluluHI96815
property at 445 Seaside Ave

$1,550 - $2,500

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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445 Seaside Ave

HonoluluHI96815
property at 1750 Kalakaua Ave

$1,775

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$1,775

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$1,775

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1750 Kalakaua Ave

HonoluluHI96826
property at 5122 Likini St

$1,825 - $2,395

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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5122 Likini St

HonoluluHI96818

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Honolulu, HI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Honolulu, HI

Pricing Updated: 07/19/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Honolulu, HI area range in price from $900 to $30,457 with an overall median price of $4,548. The three Honolulu neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Waipi`o Ahupua`a at $1,250, Manana Ahupua`a at $1,250, and Waimano Ahupua`a at $1,250. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Honolulu Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Waipi`o Ahupua`a$1,250$1,2501
Manana Ahupua`a$1,995$1,2501
Waimano Ahupua`a$1,995$1,2501
`Aiea Ahupua`a$2,325$2,0754
Kalauao Ahupua`a$2,325$1,7954
Mccully Moiliili$2,475$1,09511
Manoa$2,500$1,0954
Kapahulu$2,600$1,09516
Halawa Ahupua`a$2,625$2,0757
Aliamanu Salt Lake Foster Village$2,625$2,0757

Cheapest Available Honolulu Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Honolulu, HI is a 1 Bed unit found at 1506 Piikoi St in the Honolulu Ahupua`a neighborhood priced from $900. 620 Dillingham Blvd Apartments in the Kalihi Ahupua`a neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $980. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Honolulu apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1506 Piikoi St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
620 Dillingham Blvd ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$980
Waikiki VistaStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,201
Kokua HaleStudioStudio,1BA$1,310
938 Owen St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,400
Kewalo ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,465
Ala Wai Gardens Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Honolulu, HI

As of July 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Honolulu area is the $0.90 price per square foot 1645 Kamehameha IV Rd Model at 1645 Kamehameha IV Rd in the in the Kalihi Ahupua`a neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Honolulu apartment is the 3 Beds, 2.5 Baths Model at Aiea Ridge starting at $4,700 with a $2.97 price per square foot in the Waiawa Ahupua`a neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Honolulu apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1645 Kamehameha IV Rd1645 Kamehameha IV Rd2BR,1BA$0.90
Aiea Ridge3 Beds, 2.5 Baths3BR,2.5BA$2.97
Kalo Terrace4-Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.59
44 -124 Ikeanani Dr44 -124 Ikeanani Dr1BR,1BA$2.99
938 Owen St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.87
Napali Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2.60
Halewai'olu Senior Residences1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.76
Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.22
Waikiki VistaStudioStudio ,1BA$2.86
1506 Piikoi St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.00

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Honolulu

What type of rentals are currently available in Honolulu?

There are currently 3306 Apartments for Rent in Honolulu, HI with pricing that ranges from $900 to $30,457. There are also 573 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Honolulu ranging from $1,000 to $17,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Honolulu ranges from $1,000 to $17,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,989.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Honolulu range from $1,095 to $30,457, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,100 to $9,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,545.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.