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2281 Ala Wai Blvd
2281 Ala Wai Blvd, Urban Honolulu, HI 96815, USA

Apartment for rent
Monthly rent
$2,500–$2,800
Beds2–3
Baths1
Sqft609–801
modified
Listed 5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

2281 Ala Wai Blvd blends practical amenities with strong area conveniences, including a dishwasher, modern cabinetry, portable island, boutique building feel, and convenient card-operated laundry facilities. It also stands out for value for money, nearby school access, and a large set of local options for pets, remote work, dining, and community activities.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life
  • Work-from-home

Highlights

  • dishwasher
  • convenient laundry facilities
  • boutique building
  • modern cabinetry
  • card-operated laundry
  • portable island

Units

2281 Ala Wai Blvd Urban Honolulu, HI

New Listing

402

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,500

Listed on 07/26/2026
Listed by 524JUN
Days on market: 7

Available

404

3 Beds

1 Bath

$2,800

Listed on 06/10/2026
Listed by PET FRIENDLY 3 Bed, 1 Bath, 1 parking ELECTRIC INCLUDED
Days on market: 53
Newly renovated corner unit with 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 lanais and 1 covered parking stall. Very efficient floor plan . Partial view of Ala Wai Canal, Golf course, and mountains. Boutique building with cool breezes. Conveniently located in the Heart of Waikiki. Close to International Market, Hotels, Restaurants, and World famous Waikiki Beach, etc. SECTION 8 WELCOME! PET FRIENDLY TENANT PAYS: - cable -internet Utilities included in rent: -water -sewer -Electric COMMUNITY FEATURES -Card-operated Laundry -Secured entry -1 reserved spot located 2 buildings down the street at 2211 Ala Wai. MUST MEET INCOME REQUIREMENTS: --Monthly gross income must be 3 times the rent amount --Credit score of 650 or higher --Steady Employment (provide paystubs for most recent 2 months of work) --Excellent landlord references --Criminal Background Check --1 year lease term -- you must see unit in person before approval. Listed by: Locations LLC 614 Kapahulu Ave. Honolulu, HI 96815 For showings email: **** or 808-738-3122

Occupied Units

Occupied

Room, 1 Bath

Room

1 Bath

$800

Listed by Tina Matias
Days on market: 1138
ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED (Room comes unfurnished) Able to schedule virtual & in person showings. Current roommates are Justine & I. Both 25 year old working professionals. Looking for a nice, neat, & respectful tenant. Preferably long term, but the lease is month to month. If the add is still up, it’s available. -conveniently located near bus routes, restaurants, & banks -5 min walk to the beach -free WiFi -2 lanais (1 with a day bed) -secured entry in building -apartment is located on the 2nd floor -water filtration system in kitchen Please tell me a little about yourself before we begin! Mahalo💞

Occupied

902

2 Beds

1 Bath

$3,950

Days on market: 93
This well maintained 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom unit is conveniently located on Ala Wai Blvd and offers great mountain and canal views. The kitchen/living room area flows seamlessly onto one of your lanais, where you can unwind while taking in the lush, green mountain backdrop. The full kitchen overlooks the living room area and features modern cabinetry that offers plenty of storage, a dishwasher, and a portable island that has seating for two people. Both bedrooms have ceiling fans and portable a/c units to help keep you cool and serve as peaceful retreats for when you want to relax. The building offers secured entry, an on-site resident manager, and convenient laundry facilities. Situated just a short distance from world famous Waikiki Beach, the International Market Place, Kapiolani Park, and numerous dining options, this location is ideal for anyone who wants to live in the Waikiki area of Honolulu but be somewhat away from the main tourist area. This unit includes one assigned parking stall, providing the convenience of a dedicated space exclusively for your use. Having reserved parking in Waikiki is a valuable amenity that helps make daily commuting and exploring the island much more convenient.

Amenities for 2281 Ala Wai Blvd

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Dogs Ok
  • Cats Ok
  • Elevator
  • On-Site Laundry
  • On-Site Management
  • Controlled Access
  • Storage
Unit Amenities
  • Oven
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Balcony
  • Hardwood Floor
  • Air Conditioning
  • In-Unit Laundry
  • Dishwasher
  • Cable
  • Furnished
  • Microwave

Policies at 2281 Ala Wai Blvd

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 2281 Ala Wai Blvd

HomeApartments in Urban HonoluluWaikiki 2281 Ala Wai Blvd #402, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA

Check out this boutique building in the heart of Waikiki, located at 2281 Ala Wai Blvd, Urban Honolulu, HI 96815, USA. This intimate property consists of 4 units, offering 2-3 bedroom options ranging in size from 609 to 801 square feet. Enjoy modern cabinetry, convenient laundry facilities, and utilities included - water, sewer, and electric. Take advantage of amenities like a balcony patio, elevator, high-speed internet, oven, storage, and waste recycling composting. Plus, each unit comes furnished for added convenience. With its prime location and long-term rentals, this property is perfect for those looking for a comfortable and hassle-free living experience. One of the standout features of this property is its utilities-included policy, making budgeting a breeze.

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Address details

Units4
Units available2
Neighborhood
City
Zip code96815

2281 Ala Wai Blvd #402 is great for:

Pet owners

  • No breed or pet restrictions
  • 5 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property

Social life

  • 638 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 39 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 814 mixed-use spaces nearby

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • 2 internet service provider options nearby
  • 3 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 2281 Ala Wai Blvd, Urban Honolulu, HI 96815, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Pet friendly
Rentals at this address allow pets

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Urban Honolulu

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 2281 Ala Wai Blvd #402 to be 23% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Waikiki.

3-bedroom apartments at 2281 Ala Wai Blvd #402 cost about 41% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Waikiki.

Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
Waikiki
Urban Honolulu
A table of studio rental data trends in Urban Honolulu
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,700
September 2024$1,744
October 2024$1,711
November 2024$1,694
December 2024$1,668
January 2025$1,680
February 2025$1,662
March 2025$1,650
April 2025$1,662
May 2025$1,664
June 2025$1,687
July 2025$1,700
August 2025$1,665
September 2025$1,660
October 2025$1,761
November 2025$1,762
December 2025$1,822
January 2026$1,807
February 2026$1,757
March 2026$1,762
April 2026$1,737
May 2026$1,720
June 2026$1,774
July 2026$1,812
August 2026$1,800
A table of studio rental data trends in Waikiki
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$2,046
September 2024$2,073
October 2024$2,012
November 2024$2,040
December 2024$2,025
January 2025$2,186
February 2025$2,049
March 2025$1,855
April 2025$1,851
May 2025$1,893
June 2025$1,918
July 2025$1,825
August 2025$1,753
September 2025$1,861
October 2025$1,903
November 2025$1,909
December 2025$1,950
January 2026$1,906
February 2026$1,821
March 2026$1,891
April 2026$1,899
May 2026$1,790
June 2026$1,900
July 2026$1,918
August 2026$1,925

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$100,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $100,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,500.
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 2281 Ala Wai Blvd, Urban Honolulu, HI.
2 months ago$3,9502 bed1 bath
1 year ago$2,8003 bed1 bath
1 year ago$2,5002 bed1 bath

Schools near 2281 Ala Wai Blvd #402

President Thomas Jefferson Elementary School

324 kapahulu ave

honolulu, HI, 96815

PK, K-5Public
B

Hawaii School for the Deaf & Blind

3440 leahi ave

honolulu, HI, 96815

PK, K-12Public

Anuenue School

2528 10th ave

honolulu, HI, 96816

PK, K-12Public
B-
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Getting around Urban Honolulu near 2281 Ala Wai Blvd

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 2281 Ala Wai Blvd, Urban Honolulu

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

8/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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