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Average rent in Honolulu, HI

$2,140/mo Honolulu, HI average rental price, April 2025

The average monthly rent of apartments in Honolulu, HI is $2,140.

Honolulu, HI apartment rent ranges

About 43% of apartment rents in Honolulu, HI range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments priced over $2,001-$2,500 represent 26% of apartments. Around 13% of Oahu’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 2% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,736, the average rent in Honolulu, HI is $2,140.

Getting around in Honolulu, HI

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Walk Score®: 1, Transit Score®: 19, Bike Score®: 12

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Honolulu, HI last updated?

Prices and availability in Honolulu, HI were last updated on 12 May 2025.

What are the best apartments in Honolulu, HI?

The best apartments in Honolulu, HI are: 1818 Anapuni Apartments, 1060 Bishop, Kewalo Apartments, Waikahe and 2848 On Date.

What is the average rent in Honolulu, HI?

The average rent in Honolulu, HI is $2,203.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Honolulu, HI?

The price range for a studio apartment in Honolulu, HI is between $850 and $2,000.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Honolulu, HI?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Honolulu, HI is between $340 and $3,995.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Honolulu, HI?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Honolulu, HI is between $550 and $4,100.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Honolulu, HI?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Honolulu, HI is between $1,350 and $3,650.

What type of rental buildings are in Honolulu, HI?

In Honolulu 48% of the housing is rented out compared to 52% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 31% of Honolulu’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 53% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 15% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Honolulu, HI?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Honolulu are about 38 years old, on average. Of these, 22% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 13 stories. About 42% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 22% are mid-rises, and 49% are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Honolulu, HI?

Rental apartments in Honolulu come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 20% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 37% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 30% of all rentals in Honolulu. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

Living in Honolulu, HI

Known as "The Heart of Hawaii," Honolulu (the state's capital) is a mid-sized city located on Oahu, which is the third-largest of the eight main islands. Renters in Honolulu can endlessly content themselves swimming in Hanuma Bay; checking out local museums and cultural landmarks like Pearl Harbor; or simply enjoying the beautiful weather on Waikiki Beach. Aside from tourism, qualified renters with well-educated backgrounds find careers within the defense contracting industry; manufacturing; research and development; agriculture; and aquaculture. The biggest employers in the area are Obayashi, the University of Hawaii Foundation, the Hawaii State Department of Education and three health care systems. Honolulu renters are also eager to recommend "laulau" (pork wrapped in taro leaves) and "poke" (amazing fresh fish salad). Additionally, the Honolulu School District provides outstanding educational opportunities to renters with families.

Honolulu is also known for its vibrant nightlife and fusion cuisine, which blends traditional Hawaiian dishes with global flavors. The city's urban core is flanked by scenic hiking trails, such as the iconic Diamond Head, which offers panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. The art scene in Honolulu is thriving, with galleries and workshops showcasing the work of local artists and artisans. Renters and visitors alike are drawn to the blend of natural beauty, cosmopolitan amenities, and the warm aloha spirit that is quintessential to Honolulu's charm.

Renting in Honolulu, HI

Renting in Honolulu is one of the most highly desirable places in the world. Specifically, Kakaako is a neighborhood near the downtown area that has high-rise apartments for rent in a mixed development close to Ala Moana Beach Park and Ala Moana Shopping Center (renters in Kakaako often walk to Civic Rail Station and commute downtown). Or, the neighborhood of Ala Moana is another mixed development with a variety of high-rise apartments that range from affordable to luxury rentals that closely resemble high-end resorts. Likewise, Diamond Head is a highly walkable neighborhood with valley views that only Honolulu rentals can provide, whereas Hawaii Kai (on Oahu's eastern end) provides high-rise apartments and houses for rent with access to marinas. The most affordable apartment rentals are on the west end of Honolulu.

Shopping in Honolulu, HI

Waikiki - a renowned beach destination in Honolulu - is where renters go to shopping centers like DFS Galleria, the Royal Hawaiian Center, and Waikiki Beach Walk for brands like Louis Vuitton, Prada and Tiffany & Co. Similarly, Luxury Row is where renters can shop high-end labels, like Chanel, Bottega Veneta and Gucci. Or, Ala Moana Center, just west of Waikiki, is the world's largest open-air shopping mall with well over 250 shops. Beyond Waikiki, other popular shopping venues when renting in Honolulu include Ward Centers, Aloha Tower Marketplace and Kahala Mall. And, in Central Oahu, renters shop at Pearlridge Center and Waikele Premium Outlets. Some of the more popular boutique stores in Honolulu include Posh Hawaii Women's Boutique, La Beau Boutique and Valia Honolulu. Of course, renters have a variety of grocery options, like Whole Foods Market; Safeway; and farmers' markets, like HFBF Honolulu, KCC and Kaka'ako.

Transportation in Honolulu, HI

Honolulu renters have access to highways 1, 201 and 3, as well as Route 61. However, most renters avoid the tourist traffic by using public transportation provided by Oahu Transit Services in the form of TheBus (which has more than 25 routes), Handi-Van and Skyline. The Handi-Van is an ADA-compliant public transit service that can pick up qualifying renters beyond the fixed bus routes. There are also free shuttle services to take renters to major shopping areas in Waikiki and Ala Moana, and the Skyline takes renters to and from Kualaka'i East Kapolei station and Halawa Aloha Stadium station. Finally, the nearest major airport when renting in Honolulu is Daniel K. Inouye International Airport.

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