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Highlights

  • Modern kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • In-unit combo washer/dryer
  • Brand new flooring and painting
  • No smoking
  • New flooring

Location

509 Kawainui St, Kailua, HI 96734, USA|Kailua
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Management

Estates Royal Limited

Leasing office

(808) 522-0322

Property Overview

509 Kawainui offers a well-rounded living experience with a solid Zumper Expert Rating that reflects its overall quality and value. Residents can appreciate its notable features and practical pros, which together highlight comfort, convenience, and appealing on-site or nearby amenities.

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

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 509 Kawainui is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 509 Kawainui 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
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Images Available

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath339 sqft$2,200 /mo1 unit availableBeautifully remodeled studio unit in the heart of Kailua Town, located on the second floor of a mixed-use building. This updated studio features new flooring, fresh paint, and a modern kitchen and bathroom designed for comfort and convenience. Equipped with an in-unit combo washer/dryer, refrigerator, and cooktop, the space offers easy, efficient living. Residents to utilize street parking. Tenant is responsible for electricity, cable, and internet. No smoking and no pets allowed. Minimum lease term is 6 months (1-year preferred). Income requirement is 2.5x the monthly rent. Renter’s insurance is required.
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath433 sqft$2,500 /mo1 unit availableA tastefully remodeled 1-bedroom/1-bathroom unit on the second floor of a mixed-use building in Kailua Town. Enjoy brand new flooring and painting, a stylish bathroom and kitchen, combo washer/dryer, refrigerator and cooktop. Street parking only for residents. Tenant pays electricity, cable and internet. No smoking and no pets allowed. Minimum lease term is for 6-months; 1-year is preferred. Minimum income qualification is 2.5 times monthly rent. Renters insurance is required.

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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 509 Kawainui

HomeApartments in KailuaKailua 509 Kawainui

A tastefully remodeled 1-bedroom/1-bathroom unit on the second floor of a mixed-use building in Kailua Town. Enjoy brand new flooring and painting, a stylish bathroom and kitchen, combo washer/dryer, refrigerator and cooktop. Street parking only for residents. Tenant pays electricity, cable and internet. No smoking and no pets allowed. Minimum lease term is for 6-months; 1-year is preferred. Minimum income qualification is 2.5 times monthly rent. Renters insurance is required.


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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 509 Kawainui is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 509 Kawainui 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 509 Kawainui
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.
509 Kawainui 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, 509 Kawainui 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.
509 Kawainui 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 509 Kawainui does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
509 Kawainui provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

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 509 Kawainui compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available

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Rent trends in Kailua

Studio apartments at 509 Kawainui cost about 26% more than the average rent price for studios in Kailua.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 2% higher than 1-bedrooms in Kailua.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Kailua
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,050
June 2024$1,995
July 2024$1,965
August 2024$1,800
September 2024$1,869
October 2024$1,787
November 2024$1,765
December 2024$1,787
January 2025$1,818
February 2025$2,318
March 2025$2,280
April 2025$1,750
May 2025$2,200
June 2025$2,093
July 2025$2,190
August 2025$1,975
September 2025$2,185
October 2025$2,295
November 2025$1,677
December 2025$1,575
January 2026$1,622
February 2026$1,748
March 2026$2,090
April 2026$1,710
May 2026$1,748
A table of studio rental data trends in Kailua
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,050
June 2024$1,995
July 2024$1,965
August 2024$1,850
September 2024$1,800
October 2024$1,800
November 2024$1,762
December 2024$1,787
January 2025$1,818
February 2025$2,318
March 2025$2,500
April 2025$1,750
August 2025$1,975
September 2025$2,185
October 2025$2,191
November 2025$1,677
December 2025$1,575
January 2026$1,631
February 2026$1,748
March 2026$2,090
April 2026$1,710
May 2026$1,748

Affordability calculator

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$88,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $88,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $2,200.
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Schools near 509 Kawainui

Kailua Elementary School

315 kuulei rd

kailua, HI, 96734

PK, K-6Public
B-

Anuenue School

2528 10th ave

honolulu, HI, 96816

PK, K-12Public
B-

Hawaii School for the Deaf & Blind

3440 leahi ave

honolulu, HI, 96815

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Kailua near 509 Kawainui St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 509 Kawainui St, Kailua

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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