
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waikiki Neighborhood of Honolulu, HI from $600 (42 Rentals)
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Waikiki Vista

2612 Kapiolani

Moana Vista Apartments

Waikahe

707 Hausten St, Unit C

2442 Tusitala St

Waikiki Walina Apartments
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Waikiki Whale Watcher

444 Niu St, Unit 1212

607 Isenberg St, Unit 6

445 Seaside Ave, Unit 3010

300 Wai Nani Way

2442 Tusitala St, Unit 310

2551 Kapiolani Blvd

Ala Wai House
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2123 Lau‘ula St

Canal House

Hale Wai Nani

516 Kamoku St

Kapiolani Village

445 Seaside Ave
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444 Niu St

225 Lili?uokalani Ave

Pacific Oasis

Ala Wai Garden Plaza

250 Kapili St

2211 Ala Wai Blvd

432 Nmhana St

411 Kaiolu St
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410 Nahua St

1765 Ala Moana Blvd
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300 Wai Nani Way

2572 Lemon Rd

417 Namahana St

417 Namahana St

1911 Kalakaua Ave
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419A Atkinson Dr

400 Hobron Ln
Waikiki, Honolulu, HI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waikiki?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waikiki Studio Apartments | $1,812 | $1,200 | $2,495 |
| Waikiki 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,409 | $1,395 | $8,980 |
| Waikiki 2 Bedroom Apartments | $7,728 | $2,295 | $10,000+ |
| Waikiki 3 Bedroom Apartments | $21,443 | $3,395 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Waikiki Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waikiki area of Honolulu, HI is a Studio unit found at Waikiki Vista priced from $1,200. Kanekapolei Collection has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,476. Here are the most affordable Waikiki apartments for rent in Honolulu, HI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waikiki Vista | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Kanekapolei Collection | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,476 |
| Ala Wai Gardens Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Waikiki Whale Watcher | Fully Furn Studio Long term | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Napili Towers | 2 Bdrm - Plan4 | 2BR,1BA | $2,995 |
| Lilia Waikiki | 1J | 1BR,1BA | $3,248 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waikiki, HI
As of August 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waikiki area is the $3.44 price per square foot 2575 Kuhio Ave Model at 2575 Kuhio Ave, Unit Apt 404 in the in the Diamond Head neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Waikiki apartment is the 2 Bdrm - Plan4 Model at Napili Towers starting at $2,995 with a $3.81 price per square foot in the Diamond Head 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2575 Kuhio Ave, Unit Apt 404 | 2575 Kuhio Ave | 2BR,2BA | $3.44 |
| Napili Towers | 2 Bdrm - Plan4 | 2BR,1BA | $3.81 |
| 425 Ena Rd, Unit 204-C | 425 Ena Rd | 1BR,1BA | $4.50 |
| 1778 Ala Moana Blvd, Unit 4115 | 1778 Ala Moana Blvd | Studio ,1BA | $5.14 |
| Kanekapolei Collection | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $3.33 |
| Lilia Waikiki | ST | Studio ,1BA | $8.10 |
| Waikiki Vista | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.86 |
| Waikiki Whale Watcher | Fully Furn Jr 1 Bedroom Long term | 1BR,1BA | $7.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waikiki Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waikiki?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waikiki is at Waikiki Vista listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waikiki Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waikiki Apartment is $1,975 at Waikiki Whale Watcher.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waikiki Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waikiki is starting from $2,650 at Waikiki Whale Watcher.
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