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Average rent in Honolulu, HI

$2,112/mo Honolulu, HI average rental price, November 2023

The average monthly rent of apartments in Honolulu, HI is $2,112.

Honolulu, HI apartment rent ranges

About 44% of apartment rents in Honolulu, HI range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments priced over > $2,000 represent 41% of apartments. Around 11% of Oahu’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 3% of apartments are priced between $701-$1,000.

Honolulu, HI rent trends

Check out the average rent prices in Honolulu by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,718, the average rent in Honolulu, HI is $2,112.

Getting around in Honolulu, HI

1 /100

Car-Dependent

19 /100

Minimal Transit

12 /100

Somewhat Bikeable

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

Frequently asked questions

What type of rental buildings are in Honolulu, HI?

In Honolulu, 49% of the residents are renting compared to 51% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 31% of Honolulu’s rentals, 54% are small-scale complexes with under 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?

Studio apartments in Honolulu are around 20% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 37% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 30% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more 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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