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Highlights
- Utilities included
- No smoking
- Street parking
Location
251 Keawe Street, Hilo, Hawaii 96720, United States
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Property Overview
Keawe Apartments features impressive amenities, scoring a perfect 10, and enjoys an excellent location with a 9 out of 10 rating, offering easy access to schools and local attractions. The property is competitively priced with an 8 out of 10 value rating, while the trustworthiness rating of 7 emphasizes its transparent and detailed presentation. Additionally, the community is vibrant, catering well to social engagement and remote work lifestyles, making it an appealing choice for a variety of renters.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “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- Elementary school nearby
- High school nearby
Great for
Work-from-home
Social life
Floor plans
| 0BR/1.0BA | Studio | 1 bath | 140 sqft | $800 /mo | 1 unit available | This charming 2nd-floor studio apartment offers a comfortable and convenient living space. The apartment features a single bathroom with a shower, providing all the necessary amenities for your daily needs. The location of the Keawe Apartments is truly unbeatable, as it is situated in the vibrant downtown area of Hilo. Residents will have easy access to a wide range of dining, shopping, and entertainment options, all within walking distance. The studio apartment offers a peaceful retreat from the bustling city, allowing you to relax and unwind after a long day. Tenant pays: telephone, internet, and cable. Street parking available only. | |
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 375 sqft | $1,100 /mo | 1 unit available | This cozy 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit in downtown Hilo offers all utilities included. Featuring a refrigerator and range, tenants will cover telephone, cable, and internet. No pets or smoking, with street parking only. Please visit www greensandsms com to put in a Rental Application. An approved application will be needed to see the unit. |
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Amenities for Keawe Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| 2nd Floor | All Utilities Included |
| Upstairs Unit |
Appliances
| Electric Range & Refrigerator | Refrigerator & Range |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Other
| Studio | Water, Sewer, & Garbage |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 4 |
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About Keawe Apartments
This charming 2nd-floor studio apartment offers a comfortable and convenient living space. The apartment features a single bathroom with a shower, providing all the necessary amenities for your daily needs. The location of the Keawe Apartments is truly unbeatable, as it is situated in the vibrant downtown area of Hilo. Residents will have easy access to a wide range of dining, shopping, and entertainment options, all within walking distance. The studio apartment offers a peaceful retreat from the bustling city, allowing you to relax and unwind after a long day. Tenant pays: telephone, internet, and cable. Street parking available only.
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.
8.2
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, Keawe Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Keawe Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Keawe Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·10A 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.
Keawe Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Keawe Apartments 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 Keawe Apartments 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.
Keawe Apartments 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.
Keawe Apartments is great 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 Keawe Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
Considerations
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- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Hilo
Studio apartments at Keawe Apartments cost about 37% less than the average rent price for studios in Hilo.
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 27% lower than 1-bedrooms in Hilo.
Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Hilo
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,238 |
| January 2024 | $1,238 |
| February 2024 | $1,226 |
| March 2024 | $1,296 |
| April 2024 | $1,600 |
| May 2024 | $1,433 |
| June 2024 | $1,597 |
| July 2024 | $1,556 |
| August 2024 | $1,480 |
| September 2024 | $1,109 |
| October 2024 | $1,294 |
| November 2024 | $998 |
| December 2024 | $1,391 |
| January 2025 | $1,625 |
| February 2025 | $995 |
| March 2025 | $1,407 |
| April 2025 | $1,515 |
| May 2025 | $1,450 |
| June 2025 | $1,303 |
| July 2025 | $1,297 |
| August 2025 | $1,280 |
| September 2025 | $1,465 |
| October 2025 | $1,350 |
| November 2025 | $1,275 |
| December 2025 | $1,275 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 251 Keawe Street?
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$32,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $32,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $800.
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Schools near Keawe Apartments
Hilo Union Elementary School
506 waianuenue ave
hilo, HI, 96720
PK, K-6Public
B-
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Internet available near Keawe Apartments
Getting around Hilo near 251 Keawe Street
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Points of interest for 251 Keawe Street, Hilo
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
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
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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