
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalu Neighborhood of Honolulu, HI from $800 (285 Rentals)
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King Manor

Royal Vista

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Maile Terrace

Pensacola Gardens

Wilder at Piikoi

965 Prospect St

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Nanihala

Wilder House

1011-1013 Prospect St

Coronet Apartments

1015 Wilder Ave

Fountains at Makiki

Park Tower

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2033 Nuuanu Ave

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1089 Karratti Ln

1547 Wilder Ave

Hale O Kalani Towers

The Continental Plaza

Piikoi at Kinau

1807 Anapuni St

1414 Wilder Ave
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Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalu, Honolulu, HI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalu?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalu Studio Apartments | $1,575 | $1,465 | $1,650 |
| Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalu 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,462 | $900 | $1,750 |
| Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalu 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,509 | $2,300 | $2,652 |
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There are currently 285 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalu Neighborhood of Honolulu, HI.
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Cheapest Available Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalu Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalu area of Honolulu, HI is a 1 Bed unit found at 1506 Piikoi St priced from $900. 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 Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalu apartments for rent in Honolulu, HI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1506 Piikoi St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,201 |
| Kewalo Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,465 |
| 1718 Anapuni St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| 1407 Pensacola St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Punahou Heights | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,549 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalu, HI
As of August 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalu area is the $2.22 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments in the in the Honolulu Ahupua`a neighborhood starting from $1,201. The second greatest value Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalu apartment is the 0 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 1718 Anapuni St starting at $1,550 with a $3.76 price per square foot in the Honolulu Ahupua`a neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalu apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 1718 Anapuni St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $3.76 |
| Kewalo Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.58 |
| 1506 Piikoi St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 1407 Pensacola St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $8.81 |
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