Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 2, 2026
Average rent in
Urban Honolulu, HI
Average rent in
Last updated on November 2, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Urban Honolulu, HI rent rose 8.0% year over year, with a current median of $2,700/month. Renters today are paying $200 more per month on average than last year despite a recent month-over-month decline of 5.1%.
Compared to national trends
Urban Honolulu runs roughly 1.4× the $1,900/month national median, placing it among pricier coastal metros with a total of 781 rentals available across the city.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Urban Honolulu rent for about $1,850/month, 1-bedrooms for $2,300/month, and 2-bedrooms for $3,150/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $5,295/month. Apartments sit at $1,900/month while houses rent for $3,100/month, reflecting distinct price tiers.
Neighborhood spotlight
Moanalua rents fell 20.3% year over year to $2,550/month across 16 rentals, contrasting with the citywide 8.0% rise. This local cooldown shows uneven rent trends within Urban Honolulu.
Median rent
Median rent in Urban Honolulu
$2,700/mo
8%vs previous year
The average rent in Urban Honolulu is $2,700 per month as of October 2026. This is 42% above the national average rent, or $800 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Urban Honolulu
781
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Urban Honolulu rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Urban Honolulu, HI
Average rent prices in Urban Honolulu have decreased by 5% over the last month and have increased by 8% 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
Urban Honolulu, HI
Rent prices in Urban Honolulu vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Urban Honolulu is $1,900, whereas a house costs $3,100. 1-bedroom apartments in Urban Honolulu run $1,700 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,125.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,850 | 3% | 3% | |
1 bedroom | $2,300 |  2% | 6% | |
2 bedroom | $3,150 | No Change | 5% | |
3 bedroom | $3,800 | 2% | 9% | |
4 bedroom | $5,295 | No Change | 29% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Ala Moana Kakaako | $3,750 | |
Aliamanu Salt Lake Foster Village | $2,475 | |
Diamond Head Kapahulu St Louis | $3,000 | |
Downtown Honolulu | $2,695 | |
Liliha Kapalama | $2,000 | |
Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalu | $1,900 | |
Manoa | $2,412 | |
Mccully Moiliili | $2,000 | |
Nuuanu Punchbowl | $2,395 | |
Waikiki | $2,863 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,900 | No Change | 3% | |
Condos | $3,000 | No Change | 9% | |
Houses | $3,100 | 6% | 7% | |
Rooms | $950 | 14% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,850
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,300
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
6%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$3,150
Last year
5%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,800
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
9%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$5,295
Last year
29%
Waikiki
Average rent
$2,863
Ala Moana Kakaako
Average rent
$3,750
Mccully Moiliili
Average rent
$2,000
Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalu
Average rent
$1,900
Diamond Head Kapahulu St Louis
Average rent
$3,000
Manoa
Average rent
$2,412
Aliamanu Salt Lake Foster Village
Average rent
$2,475
Downtown Honolulu
Average rent
$2,695
Nuuanu Punchbowl
Average rent
$2,395
Liliha Kapalama
Average rent
$2,000
Apartments
Average rent
$1,900
Last year
3%
Condos
Average rent
$3,000
Last year
9%
Houses
Average rent
$3,100
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
7%
Rooms
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
14%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Urban 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 Urban Honolulu, HI compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Urban Honolulu and Aiea by all bedroom counts and property types.
Urban Honolulu
42%higher than the national median
37%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Urban Honolulu, HI is 4% higher than the median rent in Aiea, HI.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,600
9%$5,000
1%$3,900
11%$4,500
10%$3,870
27%$3,600
$2,900
6%$3,000
7%$2,800
$4,100
5%$1,900
12%$2,850
8%Cost of living in Urban Honolulu, HI
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 23% higher |
| Groceries | 33% higher |
| Health | 17% higher |
| Housing | 204% higher |
| Transportation | 41% higher |
| Utilities | 92% higher |
Discover rentals in Urban Honolulu, HI
7h ago
1509 S King St Apt 10g, Urban Honolulu, HI 96826
2 beds
1 bath
$700
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
Downtown Honolulu townhouse for rent in Urban Honolulu
1221 Alapai St #3, Urban Honolulu, HI 96813
1 bed
1 bath
$750
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 5
2d ago
Kaimuki house for rent in Urban Honolulu
700 16th Ave #NA, Urban Honolulu, HI 96816
1 bed
1 bath
$850
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 Oct 17
3d ago
Ala Moana - Kakaako condo for rent in Urban Honolulu
419A Atkinson Dr, Urban Honolulu, HI 96814
1 bed
1 bath
$950
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 Nov 1
5d+ ago
Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis house for rent in Urban Honolulu
4 beds
5 baths
$48,000
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
Ala Moana - Kakaako apartment for rent in Urban Honolulu
3 beds
0.5 baths
$31,500
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
5d+ ago
Ala Moana - Kakaako house for rent in Urban Honolulu
3 beds
3.5 baths
$28,000
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
Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis house for rent in Urban Honolulu
3 beds
3.5 baths
$20,000
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
22h ago
902C University Ave, Urban Honolulu, HI 96826
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,900–$2,200
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
22h ago
1568 Pensacola St, Urban Honolulu, HI 96822
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,280–$2,735
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
Verified
Mooheau Ave #Y, Urban Honolulu, HI 96815
Studio
1 bath
$2,399
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 Dec 1
20h ago
Mccully - Moiliili apartment for rent in Urban Honolulu
2633 Nakookoo St, Urban Honolulu, HI 96826
1 bed
1 bath
$1,745
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
Verified
Studio
1 bath
$2,638
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
Verified
Mooheau Ave #Y, Urban Honolulu, HI 96815
Studio
1 bath
$2,399
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 Dec 1
3d ago
1301 Lusitana St, Urban Honolulu, HI 96813
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$999–$1,589
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
19h ago
1608 Cottage Walk, Urban Honolulu, HI 96813
1 bed
1 bath
$1,450
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
22h ago
1568 Pensacola St, Urban Honolulu, HI 96822
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,280–$2,735
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
Verified
Mooheau Ave #Y, Urban Honolulu, HI 96815
Studio
1 bath
$2,399
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 Dec 1
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,822
Price dropped $2,238Fees 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
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$8,606
Price dropped $102Fees 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
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Frequently asked questions for Urban Honolulu, HI
Quick answers to common questions about the Urban Honolulu rental market.
How much is rent in Urban Honolulu?
The average rent in Urban Honolulu is $2,700 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Urban Honolulu?
Average rent prices in Urban Honolulu have decreased by 5% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
How does Urban Honolulu rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Urban Honolulu is 42% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $800 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Urban Honolulu?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Urban Honolulu are Makiki Lower Punchbowl Tantalu ($1,900/mo), Mccully Moiliili ($2,000/mo), and Liliha Kapalama ($2,000/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Urban Honolulu?
To comfortably afford rent in Urban Honolulu, you'd need to earn approximately $108,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Urban Honolulu?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, March offers the lowest rents in Urban Honolulu while December sees peak pricing, with roughly an 8% difference between the seasons. April and July are the most competitive months with higher demand relative to available inventory.
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).