
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kalihi Palama Neighborhood of Honolulu, HI from $900 (13 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kalihi Palama?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kalihi Palama Studio Apartments | $1,832 | $980 | $2,500 |
| Kalihi Palama 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,955 | $1,201 | $3,100 |
| Kalihi Palama 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,477 | $1,708 | $3,700 |
| Kalihi Palama 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,540 | $2,000 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Kalihi Palama Neighborhood of Honolulu, HI.
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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 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 Kalihi Palama 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 |
| Waena Apartments | Pualani | 2BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| 1060 Bishop | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,280 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kalihi Palama, HI
As of January 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kalihi Palama area is the $3.04 price per square foot Plumeria Model at Waena Apartments in the in the Honolulu Ahupua`a neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Kalihi Palama apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments starting at $1,708 with a $2.31 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waena Apartments | Plumeria | 3BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| 1915 Ulana St, Unit #3 | 1915 Ulana St | 3BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 1060 Bishop | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.92 |
| Halewai'olu Residences 55+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| 1570 Ohu St, Unit B | 1570 Ohu St | Studio ,1BA | $5.00 |
| The Residences at Bishop Place | Alcove One Bedroom(B) | 1BR,1BA | $5.86 |
| Kokua Hale | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.76 |
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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 $2,500.
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 9 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 $320 which is $2,180 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kalihi Palama.
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