Hale Kaloko
73-1301 Onaona Dr,
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
Studio | $1,600 - $1,800
Rental Market Trends in Kailua Kona, HI
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Kailua Kona, HI is $1,120/month.
Rent in Kailua Kona is 33% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,120/month
Average Rent
453 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.3%
Change / Year
50
Available Apartments
Kailua Kona rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Kailua Kona average $1,713 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Kailua Kona average $1,120 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Kailua Kona average $891 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Kailua Kona average or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Kailua Kona, HI?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.3%, which averages out to $15 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Kailua Kona, HI
July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
17%
$700 - $1,000/month
67%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
17%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
0%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Kailua Kona, HI?
Because the average rent in Kailua Kona is $1,120, you’ll want to make about $3,733 per month or $44,796 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Kailua Kona, HI compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Kailua Kona, HI to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Kailua Kona?
The average rent in Kailua Kona is $1,120 per month, which is 32.7% lower than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Kailua Kona?
The average rent for a house in Kailua Kona, HI is $4,518 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Kailua Kona?
Rents in Kailua Kona, HI are increasing, with prices up 1.3% year-over-year and $15 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Kailua Kona?
In Kailua Kona, HI, 67% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.