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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Quartz counter tops
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Modern white cabinets
  • Hardwood-inspired flooring
  • Newly renovated units
  • Tiled shower

Location

1649 Mott-Smith Dr, Honolulu, HI 96822, USA|Makiki - Lower Punchbowl - Tantalu
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Management

Waimalu Hale LLC

Leasing office

(917) 915-5263

Property Overview

1649 Mott Smith presents a blend of luxury and modern convenience with newly renovated units, featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and luxury finishes complemented by hardwood-inspired flooring and modern white cabinets. While its distance from public transport is approximately 2.5 miles, the property's overall quality and design make it an appealing choice for those seeking upscale living. Noteworthy features further enhance its attractiveness, ensuring a refined lifestyle.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 1649 Mott Smith is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1649 Mott Smith has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Pet friendly

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,750 /mo1 unit availableWelcome home to the Mott Smith Gardens, a residential community featuring one-bedroom apartments centrally located in convenient Makiki. Here, you will enjoy a comfortable lifestyle surrounded by amenities, modern finishes, beautiful landscaping, and one of the most convenient locations in the city. And, pets are allowed! Our units are newly renovated with luxury finishes and feature spacious layouts, quartz counter tops, stainless steel appliances, community laundry and dedicated parking stalls. Security doors for the property are at the building’s entrances. Our 1-bedroom units feature: Newly renovated units Quartz counter tops Stainless steel microwave, range, oven, and refrigerator Modern white cabinets Hardwood-inspired flooring Tiled shower Community laundry area Building security doors 1 designated parking stall Water/Sewer/Trash INCLUDED 1 Bedroom Units - $1,750/mo (includes water/sewer/trash) Tenant pays electricity, internet, cable Lease Term: 12 months Security Deposit: One (1) month’s rent Application Fee: $25.00 (non-refundable) per applicant PET POLICY Pets - Max of 2 pets per apartment. Weight limit of 25 lbs each. There is a $25 monthly pet rent per pet. We require a non-refundable pet fee at move in of $150 per apartment. Breed Restrictions- Akitas, Alaskan Malamutes, Bull Mastiffs, Chows, Doberman Pinschers, German Shepherds, Pit Bulls, Presa Canarios, Rottweilers, Shar Peis, Siberian Huskies, Staffordshire Terriers, Wolf Hybrids or any variation or mixes of these breeds. No fish tanks allowed.

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Amenities for 1649 Mott Smith

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Property details

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About 1649 Mott Smith

HomeApartments in Urban HonoluluMakiki - Lower Punchbowl - Tantalu 1649 Mott Smith

Welcome home to the Mott Smith Gardens, a residential community featuring one-bedroom apartments centrally located in convenient Makiki. Here, you will enjoy a comfortable lifestyle surrounded by amenities, modern finishes, beautiful landscaping, and one of the most convenient locations in the city. And, pets are allowed! Our units are newly renovated with luxury finishes and feature spacious layouts, quartz counter tops, stainless steel appliances, community laundry and dedicated parking stalls. Security doors for the property are at the building’s entrances. Our 1-bedroom units feature: Newly renovated units Quartz counter tops Stainless steel microwave, range, oven, and refrigerator Modern white cabinets Hardwood-inspired flooring Tiled shower Community laundry area Building security doors 1 designated parking stall Water/Sewer/Trash INCLUDED 1 Bedroom Units - $1,750/mo (includes water/sewer/trash) Tenant pays electricity, internet, cable Lease Term: 12 months Security Deposit: One (1) month’s rent Application Fee: $25.00 (non-refundable) per applicant PET POLICY Pets - Max of 2 pets per apartment. Weight limit of 25 lbs each. There is a $25 monthly pet rent per pet. We require a non-refundable pet fee at move in of $150 per apartment. Breed Restrictions- Akitas, Alaskan Malamutes, Bull Mastiffs, Chows, Doberman Pinschers, German Shepherds, Pit Bulls, Presa Canarios, Rottweilers, Shar Peis, Siberian Huskies, Staffordshire Terriers, Wolf Hybrids or any variation or mixes of these breeds. No fish tanks allowed.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 1649 Mott Smith is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1649 Mott Smith has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1649 Mott Smith
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1649 Mott Smith stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1649 Mott Smith is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1649 Mott Smith is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1649 Mott Smith does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 1649 Mott Smith compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

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Rent trends in Makiki - Lower Punchbowl - Tantalu

1-bedroom apartments at 1649 Mott Smith cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Makiki - Lower Punchbowl - Tantalu.

Median rents as of Jan 10 2026.
Makiki - Lower Punchbowl - Tantalu
Urban Honolulu
A table of studio rental data trends in Urban Honolulu
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,650
March 2024$1,670
April 2024$1,737
May 2024$1,633
June 2024$1,734
July 2024$1,668
August 2024$1,695
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$1,800
A table of studio rental data trends in Makiki - Lower Punchbowl - Tantalu
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,585
March 2024$1,466
April 2024$1,548
May 2024$1,346
June 2024$1,405
July 2024$1,500
August 2024$1,487
September 2024$1,506
October 2024$1,500
November 2024$1,464
December 2024$1,450
January 2025$1,412
February 2025$1,250
March 2025$1,385
April 2025$1,437
May 2025$1,530
June 2025$1,600
July 2025$1,565
August 2025$1,506
September 2025$1,453
October 2025$1,501
November 2025$1,597
December 2025$1,680
January 2026$1,675

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 1649 Mott Smith

President Abraham Lincoln Elementary School

615 auwaiolimu st

honolulu, HI, 96813

PK, K-5Public
A-

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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Neighborhood

Makiki - Lower Punchbowl - Tantalu | Urban Honolulu, HI

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Honolulu near 1649 Mott-Smith Dr

Walking

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

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1649 Mott-Smith Dr, Honolulu

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

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

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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