
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kalihi Palama Neighborhood of Honolulu, HI from $900 (47 Rentals)
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138 Prospect St

1718 Colburn St

Keauhou Lane

24 Hialoa St, Unit Nuuanu Place

24 Hi?aloa St, Unit 11

Halewai'olu Senior Residences

1218 N School St
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1725 Hoe St

2210 N School St

1060 Bishop

2622 Waolani Ave

1119 Banyan St

1516 Ward Ave, Unit 403

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Honuakaha Senior Rentals 62+

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Queen Emma Apartments

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2135 Eluwene St

938 Owen St

818 S King St

Malulani Hale

34 Hialoa St

710 Lunalilo St

1506 Kaumualii St
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1905 Naio St

1188 Bishop St

Kauhale Kaka'ako

604 Kinau St

1511 Nuuanu Ave

35 S Kuakini St

1741 Pali Hwy

150 N King St

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1516 Ward Ave

Smith-Beretania

1438 Liliha St

785 Kinau St

2050 Liliha St

775 Kinalau Pl

60 N Beretania St

1240 Palamea Ln

55 S Judd St
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39 Hialoa St

824 Kinau St
Kalihi Palama, Honolulu, HI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kalihi Palama?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kalihi Palama Studio Apartments | $1,626 | $980 | $2,495 |
| Kalihi Palama 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,035 | $1,300 | $2,850 |
| Kalihi Palama 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,617 | $1,625 | $5,775 |
| Kalihi Palama 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,094 | $1,850 | $4,435 |
| Kalihi Palama 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,095 | $3,095 | $3,095 |
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Cheapest Available Kalihi Palama Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kalihi Palama area of Honolulu, HI is a Studio unit found at 620 Dillingham Blvd Apartments priced from $980. Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,201. Here are the most affordable Kalihi Palama apartments for rent in Honolulu, HI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 620 Dillingham Blvd Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $980 |
| Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,201 |
| Kokua Hale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,310 |
| 938 Owen St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Halewai'olu Senior Residences | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Waena Apartments | Kiele - Ilima - Maile | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| 1060 Bishop | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| The Residences at Bishop Place | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $2,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kalihi Palama, HI
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kalihi Palama area is the $1.87 price per square foot 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 938 Owen St in the in the Kalihi Ahupua`a neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Kalihi Palama apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at 1060 Bishop starting at $2,350 with a $3.27 price per square foot in the Honolulu Ahupua`a neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kalihi Palama apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 938 Owen St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 1060 Bishop | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| 1725 Hoe St | 1725 Hoe St | 2BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Waena Apartments | Kiele - Ilima - Maile | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
| Halewai'olu Senior Residences | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| The Residences at Bishop Place | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $5.40 |
| Kokua Hale | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.76 |
| 620 Dillingham Blvd Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $9.80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kalihi Palama Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Kalihi Palama?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Kalihi Palama is under $2,495.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kalihi Palama?
The cheapest apartment in Kalihi Palama is Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,201, while the average apartment in Kalihi Palama costs $3,095.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kalihi Palama?
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 3 regular apartments in Kalihi Palama 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 Kalihi Palama?
Cheap apartments in Kalihi Palama have an average cost of $317 which is $2,778 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kalihi Palama.
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