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Makiki Plaza

1561 Pensacola St, Honolulu, HI 96822

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Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Tennis Court
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Elevator
  • Balcony

Pricing & Floor Plans

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
Studio Studio 0 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 408 SF Not Available
1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 607 SF Not Available
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba 840 SF Not Available

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

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Property Information

  • Built in 1980
  • 131 units/25 stories

About Makiki Plaza

Find your home at Makiki Plaza in Honolulu, HI. Come by to see the current floorplan options. The leasing staff is waiting to show you all that this community has in store. Makiki Plaza offers a variety of amenities including: smoke free options and high-speed internet access. Drop by the leasing office to schedule your tour.

Makiki Plaza is an apartment community located in Honolulu County and the 96822 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Hawaii Department Of Education attendance zone.

Community Amenities

Pool

Elevator

Conference Rooms

24 Hour Access

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Online Services
  • Elevator
  • Conference Rooms
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Tennis Court

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

High Speed Internet Access

Microwave

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free
  • Tub/Shower
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Balcony
Location
1561 Pensacola St, Honolulu,
HI 96822
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Neighborhood

Boasting the picturesque Punchbowl tuff cone and the Tantalus Lookout Puu Ualakaa State Park, Makiki-Lower Punchbowl-Tantalus is a scenic neighborhood about three miles northeast of Downtown Honolulu. Makiki houses a close-knit community that celebrates and honors Hawaiian culture, but the neighborhood is also a hotspot for tourism, especially with its proximity to Waialae-Kahala and Ala Moana-Kakaako, two popular neighborhoods and commercial hubs. The neighborhood consists predominantly of endearing older homes, small apartment buildings full of charm, and private abodes. Locals love the nearby amenities and access to great schools, parks, a library, a marketplace, and a community center. Residents also enjoy hiking trails and the gorgeous, year-round, sunny weather, shaping their own piece of paradise.

Learn more about living in Makiki-Lower Punchbowl-Tantalu 
Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Makiki-Lower Punchbowl-Tantalu Honolulu, HI
Studio $1,498 $1,552
1 Bedroom $1,310 $1,738
2 Bedrooms $1,597 $2,332
3 Bedrooms $1,770 $3,638

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 378 Sq Ft $1,400 $1,932 $3,300
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 542 Sq Ft $900 $2,283 $4,200
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 822-824 Sq Ft $1,708 $3,478 $6,900
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1426 Sq Ft $1,050 $4,111 $7,000
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1200 Sq Ft $1,025 $3,762 $6,500
Amenities
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Online Services
  • Elevator
  • Conference Rooms
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Tennis Court
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free
  • Tub/Shower
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Balcony
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Hawaii Pacific Univ, Downtown
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Drive: 8 min 2.3 mi
Honolulu Community College
Drive: 5 min 2.8 mi
Chaminade Univ. of Honolulu
Drive: 8 min 3.4 mi
Makiki Plaza is within 4 minutes or 1.7 miles from Hawaii Pacific Univ, Downtown. It is also near University of Hawaii at Manoa and Honolulu Community College.
Schools
Queen Kaahumanu Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
430 Students
Attendance Zone
Grades 6-8
576 Students
Nearby
Grades 9-12
1,433 Students
Nearby
Hawaiian Mission Academy K-8
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
66 Students
Nearby
Montessori Community School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
195 Students
Nearby
Hawaiian Mission Academy
Private High School
Grades 9-12
70 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Honolulu include Halawa Aloha Stadium Station, located 9.2 miles from Makiki Plaza. Makiki Plaza is near Daniel K Inouye International, located 6.9 miles or 13 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Halawa Aloha Stadium Station
Drive: 14 min 9.2 mi
Kalauao Pearlridge Station
Drive: 16 min 10.6 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Daniel K Inouye International
 Drive: 13 min 6.9 mi

Walkability Near Makiki Plaza

Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60 / 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Makiki Plaza.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
1411 - 1413 S King St
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Sam Sung Plaza
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Central Plaza
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Makiki Plaza has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Hawaii Nature Center-Oahu
 Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Foster Botanical Garden
 Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Iolani Palace State Monument
 Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Lili'uokalani Botanical Garden
 Drive: 4 min 2.0 mi
Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Wayside
 Drive: 11 min 4.0 mi
Makiki Plaza has 5 parks within 4.0 miles, including Hawaii Nature Center-Oahu, Iolani Palace State Monument, and Foster Botanical Garden.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Straub Clinic and Hospital
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Kapi'olani Medical Center for Women & Children
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Shriners Hospital for Children
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Makiki Plaza has 3 hospitals within 1.1 miles, the nearest is Straub Clinic and Hospital which is 1.1 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Fort Derussey
Drive: 7 min 2.4 mi
Fort Shafter
Drive: 17 min 5.8 mi
Camp H M Smith
Drive: 16 min 8.9 mi
Makiki Plaza has 3 military bases within 8.9 miles, the nearest is Fort Derussey which is 2.4 miles away and a 7 minute drive.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Makiki Plaza have in-unit laundry?

Makiki Plaza has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.

What utilities are included in rent at Makiki Plaza?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at Makiki Plaza?

Parking is available at Makiki Plaza. Contact this property for details.

Is Makiki Plaza pet-friendly?

Makiki Plaza does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does Makiki Plaza have move-in specials?

Makiki Plaza is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

Does Makiki Plaza offer Matterport 3D tours?

While Makiki Plaza does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.

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