
Cheap Homes for Rent in Waikiki Neighborhood of Honolulu, HI from $1,200 (29 Rentals)
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2126 Lau‘ula St

441 Lewers St

432 Pa?u St

2407 Tusitala St

2503 Ala Wai Blvd

2442 Tusitala St
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1911 Kalakaua Ave

2810 Winam Ave

444 Pa?u St

2499 Kapiolani Blvd

235 Lili?uokalani Ave

436 Pa?u St

444 Niu St
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1920 Ala Moana Blvd

2345 Ala Wai Blvd

2211 Ala Wai Blvd

2572 Lemon Rd

454 Namahana St

445 Seaside Ave

2465 Kuhio Ave.
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2630 Kapiolani Blvd

424 Walina St

1993 Ala Wai Blvd

410 Nahua St

1700 Ala Moana Blvd

400 Hobron Ln

445 Kaiolu St
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440 Seaside Ave
Waikiki, Honolulu, HI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Waikiki?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waikiki 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,507 | $2,050 | $6,500 |
| Waikiki 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,561 | $2,550 | $8,550 |
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There are currently 29 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 Studio unit found at Waikiki Vista priced from $1,200. Ala Wai Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,395. 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 |
| Ala Wai Gardens Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Kanekapolei Collection | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,669 |
| Waikiki Whale Watcher | Fully Furn Studio Month-to-Month | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Lilia Waikiki | 1F | 1BR,1BA | $3,155 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waikiki, HI
As of December 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waikiki area is the $4.19 price per square foot 1910 Ala Moana Blvd. Model at 1910 Ala Moana Blvd., Unit 18AF in the in the Waikiki neighborhood starting from $6,500. The second greatest value Waikiki apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Kanekapolei Collection starting at $1,669 with a $2.95 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 Ala Moana Blvd., Unit 18AF | 1910 Ala Moana Blvd. | 2BR,2BA | $4.19 |
| Kanekapolei Collection | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Lilia Waikiki | ST | Studio ,1BA | $7.66 |
| Waikiki Vista | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.86 |
| Waikiki Whale Watcher | Fully Furn Jr 1 Bedroom M-to-M | 1BR,1BA | $6.88 |
| 2214 Aloha Dr, Unit Private room rental | 2214 Aloha Dr | 1BR,2BA | $14.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Waikiki
What type of rentals are currently available in Waikiki?
There are currently 530 Apartments for Rent in Waikiki, HI with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $20,862. There are also 115 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waikiki ranging from $1,200 to $8,550.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Waikiki?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Waikiki ranges from $1,200 to $8,550 with an average monthly rent of $3,154.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Your Guide to the Aloha Life: The Top Value Neighborhoods for Renting in Honolulu
Written by: Allison Wallis
I’m Allison, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Honolulu, Hawaiʻi. I’ve lived on Oʻahu for nearly 20 years, and my husband and I are raising a daughter here. While it’s expensive, we wouldn’t want to be anywhere else.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!