Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 23, 2026
Average rent in
East Honolulu, HI
Average rent in
Last updated on October 23, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
East Honolulu, HI rent slipped 3.0% year over year to a current median of $4,800/month. Renters are paying $33 less per month on average than last year, despite a 1.7% increase month over month.
Vs. national rents
East Honolulu rents are 152.6% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it among the priciest rental markets in the country. The market has 104 total rentals, with a strong presence of houses and condos.
Price ranges
Studios in East Honolulu rent for about $1,897/month, 1-bedrooms for $2,600/month, and 2-bedrooms for $3,750/month, with 3-bedrooms at $5,000/month and 4+ bedrooms at $12,000/month. This range reflects the diverse options available across bedroom sizes.
Median rent
Median rent in East Honolulu
$4,800/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in East Honolulu is $4,800 per month as of October 2026. This is 153% above the national average rent, or $2,900 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in East Honolulu
104
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of East Honolulu rentals at each price point
Rent trends in East Honolulu, HI
Average rent prices in East Honolulu have increased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 3% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
East Honolulu, HI
Rent prices in East Honolulu vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in East Honolulu is $2,642, whereas a house costs $6,500. 1-bedroom apartments in East Honolulu run $2,375 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,800.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,897 |  34% | 8% | |
1 bedroom | $2,600 | 6% | 8% | |
2 bedroom | $3,750 | 5% | 7% | |
3 bedroom | $5,000 | 9% | 11% | |
4 bedroom | $12,000 | 7% | 8% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Hawaii Kai | $4,250 | |
Kuliouou Kalani Iki | $6,000 | |
Waialae Kahala | $6,000 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,642 | No Change | 2% | |
Condos | $3,600 | 5% | 13% | |
Houses | $6,500 | 5% | 4% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,897
Last 30 days
34%
Last year
8%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,600
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
8%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$3,750
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
7%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$5,000
Last 30 days
9%
Last year
11%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$12,000
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
8%
Hawaii Kai
Average rent
$4,250
Waialae Kahala
Average rent
$6,000
Kuliouou Kalani Iki
Average rent
$6,000
Apartments
Average rent
$2,642
Last year
2%
Condos
Average rent
$3,600
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
13%
Houses
Average rent
$6,500
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
4%
The table above reflects average rent prices in East Honolulu, HI, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in East Honolulu, HI compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in East Honolulu and Aiea by all bedroom counts and property types.
East Honolulu
153%higher than the national median
34%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in East Honolulu, HI is 88% higher than the median rent in Aiea, HI.
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7%$1,887
10%$2,700
8%$2,800
12%Discover rentals in East Honolulu, HI
5d+ ago
Waialae - Kahala apartment for rent in East Honolulu
2 beds
0 baths
$2,750
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 2
3d ago
Kuliouou - Kalani Iki house for rent in East Honolulu
5130 Kalanianaole Hwy #3, East Honolulu, HI 96821
2 beds
1 bath
$2,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 19
3d ago
Kuliouou - Kalani Iki apartment for rent in East Honolulu
3 beds
0 baths
$3,000
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 18
5d+ ago
Waialae - Kahala condo for rent in East Honolulu
2 beds
0 baths
$3,200
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Condo for rent
Available Oct 6
5d+ ago
Waialae - Kahala house for rent in East Honolulu
5 beds
5.5 baths
$100,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Kuliouou - Kalani Iki house for rent in East Honolulu
5 beds
6 baths
$60,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Waialae - Kahala house for rent in East Honolulu
4 beds
4 baths
$56,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Kuliouou - Kalani Iki house for rent in East Honolulu
5 beds
4.5 baths
$55,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Hawaii Kai house for rent in East Honolulu
5 beds
5.5 baths
$17,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
238 Portlock Rd #NA, East Honolulu, HI 96825
5 beds
4.5 baths
$10,800
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Apr 1
11h ago
Kuliouou - Kalani Iki condo for rent in East Honolulu
3 beds
2 baths
$4,125
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Condo for rent
Available Oct 22
11h ago
Kuliouou - Kalani Iki condo for rent in East Honolulu
2 beds
1 bath
$3,395
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Condo for rent
Available Oct 22
17h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$5,400
Price dropped $2,160Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
238 Portlock Rd #NA, East Honolulu, HI 96825
5 beds
4.5 baths
$10,800
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Apr 1
1d ago
7002 Hawaii Kai Dr, East Honolulu, HI 96825
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,700–$2,642
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Hawaii Kai house for rent in East Honolulu
5 beds
5.5 baths
$17,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
7002 Hawaii Kai Dr, East Honolulu, HI 96825
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,700–$2,642
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
17h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$5,400
Price dropped $2,160Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Hawaii Kai house for rent in East Honolulu
5 beds
4 baths
$13,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
3h ago
Kuliouou - Kalani Iki condo for rent in East Honolulu
123 Maunalua Ave Apt D #Apt D, East Honolulu, HI 96821
3 beds
2.5 baths
$6,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Oct 22
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Frequently asked questions for East Honolulu, HI
Quick answers to common questions about the East Honolulu rental market.
How much is rent in East Honolulu?
The average rent in East Honolulu is $4,800 per month as of October 17, 2026.
Is rent up or down in East Honolulu?
Average rent prices in East Honolulu have increased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 3% since last year.
How does East Honolulu rent compare to the national average?
Rent in East Honolulu is 153% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $2,900 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in East Honolulu?
The most affordable neighborhoods in East Honolulu are Hawaii Kai ($4,250/mo), Waialae Kahala ($6,000/mo), and Kuliouou Kalani Iki ($6,000/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in East Honolulu?
To comfortably afford rent in East Honolulu, you'd need to earn approximately $192,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in East Honolulu?
July offers the best rental deals in East Honolulu, with rents running about 18% lower than December, which sees the highest prices of the year.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).