360 Lehua St
360 Lehua St,
Hilo, HI 96720
$3,000
3 Beds
Hilo
Hilo, HI
Area Guide
Enjoy a small-town atmosphere in a stunning environment
Coastal
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Picturesque
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Tropical
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Peaceful
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Active
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Mountain Views
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Situated on the island of Hawaii’s eastern coast, Hilo is a charming community rich with natural beauty and cultural delights. Hilo’s daily rain maintains its lush greenery, keeping its rainforests fertile and its gardens in bloom. Hilo is home to the only rainforest zoo in the United States, Panaewa Rainforest Zoo, which boasts an extensive collection of exotic plants and animals.
Hilo is also home to a welcoming community, which often gathers in the many art galleries, museums, restaurants, and shops of walkable Downtown Hilo, in addition to the Hilo Farmers Market. The University of Hawaii at Hilo also fosters a sense of community, touting a variety of cultural and educational opportunities.
Outdoor recreation is, naturally, a big part of life in Hilo. Richardson Ocean Park, Liliʻuokalani Park and Gardens, Kaumana Caves, Wailuku River State Park, and Rainbow Falls are among Hilo’s most popular outdoor destinations. Hilo is also within easy driving distance of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
Hilo’s laidback vibe and tropical locale continue to draw residents to the community. Commuting and traveling from Hilo is a breeze with access to Mamalahoa Highway and Hilo International Airport.
Explore the City
Explore lush vegetation at Wailuku River State Park.
There are plenty of local restaurants to satisfy anyone.
Watch the sunset from the shore of Hilo.
Rent Trends
As of September 2025, the average apartment rent in Hilo, HI is $1,136 for a studio, $1,261 for one bedroom, $849 for two bedrooms, and $1,970 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hilo has increased by 0.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,261/month
492 Sq Ft
House
$4,175/month
1,908 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,607/month
720 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Hilo, HI is 45.9% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Hilo is 47.7% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $849 - $1,970. You can expect to pay 48.6% more for groceries, 119.4% more for utilities, and 45.5% more for transportation.
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Transportation
44
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
39
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Ernest Bowen Desilva Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-6
486 Students
Public
Grades PK-6
240 Students
Waiakeawaena Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
684 Students
Public
Grades PK-6
422 Students
Public
Grades PK-6
166 Students
Public
Grades 7-8
473 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
774 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,297 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,317 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge
- Imiloa Astronomy Center of Hawaii
- Wailuku River State Park
- Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo
- Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden
Airports
- Hilo International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2025.