Cheap Homes for Rent in Waikiki Neighborhood of Honolulu, HI from $1,300 (27 Rentals)

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property at 2421 Ala Wai Blvd

$1,388

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$1,388

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$1,388

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

2421 Ala Wai Blvd, Unit 4A

2421 Ala Wai Blvd
HonoluluHI96815

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property at 440 Lewers St

$1,550 - $1,895

Studio Rentals

Available Now

440 Lewers St

HonoluluHI96815

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property at 2522 Date St

$1,900 - $2,550

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

2522 Date St

HonoluluHI96826
property at 300 Wai Nani Way

$1,900 - $3,750

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

300 Wai Nani Way

HonoluluHI96815
property at 607 Isenberg St

$1,950

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$1,950

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$1,950

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

607 Isenberg St, Unit 6

607 Isenberg St
HonoluluHI96826

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property at 445 Seaside Ave

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 28

445 Seaside Ave, Unit 1107

445 Seaside Ave
HonoluluHI96815
property at 445 Seaside Ave

$1,720 - $2,625

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

445 Seaside Ave

HonoluluHI96815
property at 2240 Kuhio Ave.

$2,000 - $3,900

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

2240 Kuhio Ave.

HonoluluHI96815

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property at 417 Namahana St

$2,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

417 Namahana St

HonoluluHI96815
property at 2442 Tusitala St

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Oct 11

2442 Tusitala St, Unit 310

2442 Tusitala St
HonoluluHI96815
property at 445 Kaiolu St

$2,100 - $2,750

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

445 Kaiolu St

HonoluluHI96815

Waikiki, Honolulu, HI Local Guide

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. 2612 Kapiolani has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable Waikiki apartments for rent in Honolulu, HI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Waikiki VistaStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
2612 KapiolaniOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,395
Kanekapolei Collection1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,417
Moana Vista ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,645
WaikaheOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,650
Waikiki Whale WatcherFully Furn Studio Long termStudio,1BA$1,950
Lilia WaikikiSMStudio,1BA$2,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waikiki, HI

As of July 08, 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 1778 Ala Moana Blvd Model at 1778 Ala Moana Blvd, Unit 3318 starting at $3,750 with a $5.18 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2575 Kuhio Ave, Unit Apt 4042575 Kuhio Ave2BR,2BA$3.44
1778 Ala Moana Blvd, Unit 33181778 Ala Moana Blvd1BR,1BA$5.18
Kanekapolei Collection1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.41
Lilia WaikikiSMStudio ,1BA$6.95
WaikaheOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.93
Waikiki VistaStudioStudio ,1BA$2.86
2612 KapiolaniOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.36
Moana Vista ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$4.33
Waikiki Whale WatcherFully Furn Jr 1 Bedroom Long term1BR,1BA$7.34

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Waikiki, Honolulu, HI

Ranked #3

Among cities in Hawaii for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Waikiki

What type of rentals are currently available in Waikiki?

There are currently 516 Apartments for Rent in Waikiki, HI with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $21,174. There are also 121 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waikiki ranging from $1,388 to $15,000.

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 $1,388 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,994.

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