Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waikiki Neighborhood of Honolulu, HI from $600 (17 Rentals)
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218 Ka?iulani Ave

Keauhou Lane
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264 Ka?iulani Ave

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Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments

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Waikiki, Honolulu, HI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waikiki?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Waikiki Studio Apartments | $2,146 | $1,200 | $3,979 |
Waikiki 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,787 | $1,625 | $5,165 |
Waikiki 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,034 | $1,563 | $10,000+ |
Waikiki 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,784 | $1,195 | $10,000+ |
Waikiki 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,797 | $1,433 | $5,732 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Waikiki Neighborhood of Honolulu, HI.
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Cheapest Available Waikiki Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waikiki area of Honolulu, HI is a 3 Beds unit found at Hale Mahana Apartments priced from $1,195. Waikiki Vista has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable Waikiki apartments for rent in Honolulu, HI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hale Mahana Apartments | C4 | 3BR,2BA | $1,195 |
Waikiki Vista | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Ala Wai Gardens Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
Kokua Hale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,310 |
Waikiki Walina Apartments | Studio - Plan B - Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waikiki, HI
As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waikiki area is the $2.11 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments in the in the Honolulu Ahupua`a neighborhood starting from $1,563. The second greatest value Waikiki apartment is the 1778 Ala Moana Blvd Model at 1778 Ala Moana Blvd, Unit 3318 starting at $3,500 with a $4.83 price per square foot in the Waikiki neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waikiki apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Royal Kinau 62+ Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
1778 Ala Moana Blvd, Unit 3318 | 1778 Ala Moana Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $4.83 |
1245 Palolo Ave | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $3.43 |
Napili Towers | 2 Bdrm - Plan3 | 2BR,1BA | $4.00 |
Kanekapolei Collection | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
The Residences at Bishop Place | Studios (A) | Studio ,1BA | $5.53 |
Waikiki Vista | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.86 |
Waikahe | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
Waikiki Walina Apartments | Studio - Plan B - Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $4.43 |
Kokua Hale | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.76 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWaikiki, Honolulu, HI
Ranked #6
Among neighborhoods in Honolulu, HI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Waikiki Neighborhood in Honolulu, HI
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
90 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
64 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waikiki Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Waikiki?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Waikiki is under $2,400.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waikiki?
The cheapest apartment in Waikiki is Hale Mahana Apartments which is listed at $1,625, while the average apartment in Waikiki costs $2,995.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Waikiki?
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 150 regular apartments in Waikiki 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 Waikiki?
Cheap apartments in Waikiki have an average cost of $1,014 which is $1,981 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waikiki.
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