3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Aiea, HI
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Aiea, Hawaii as of July 2026. That's +32% higher than the citywide median of $2,718 and +69% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Aiea
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 3-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Aiea
Compare Aiea's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Hawaii
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Keaau | $2,330 |
| 2 | Hilo | $2,610 |
| 3 | Wailuku | $2,780 |
| 4 | Makawao | $3,050 |
| 5 | Kailua Kona | $3,180 |
| 6 | Waianae | $3,310 |
| 7 | Waipahu | $3,380 |
| 8 | Lahaina | $3,390 |
| 9 | Waikoloa | $3,450 |
| 10 | Kihei | $3,560 |
| 11 | Aiea (this page) | $3,590 |
| 12 | Haleiwa | $3,740 |
| 13 | Mililani | $3,870 |
| 14 | Honolulu | $3,896 |
| 15 | Pearl City | $3,900 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Hawaii
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Aiea.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Aiea |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pearl City, HI | 3.7 mi | $3,900 | +$310 (+9%) |
| Kaneohe, HI | 5.2 mi | $3,990 | +$400 (+11%) |
| Waipahu, HI | 6.3 mi | $3,380 | $-210 (-6%) |
| Mililani, HI | 6.4 mi | $3,870 | +$280 (+8%) |
| Honolulu, HI | 7.6 mi | $3,896 | +$306 (+9%) |
| Kailua, HI | 8.8 mi | $5,160 | +$1,570 (+44%) |
| Ewa Beach, HI | 10.4 mi | $4,510 | +$920 (+26%) |
| Wahiawa, HI | 12.7 mi | $4,260 | +$670 (+19%) |
| Kapolei, HI | 13.9 mi | $4,510 | +$920 (+26%) |
| Haleiwa, HI | 18.6 mi | $3,740 | +$150 (+4%) |
| Waianae, HI | 19.9 mi | $3,310 | $-280 (-8%) |
| Waialua, HI | 23.4 mi | $4,190 | +$600 (+17%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Aiea — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Aiea?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Aiea, Hawaii is $3,590 per month. This is +32% higher than the citywide median of $2,718.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Aiea?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $143,600 ($11,967/month gross), which works out to roughly $69.04/hour at a full-time job.
Is Aiea expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Aiea's 3-bedroom median of $3,590 is +69% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 91th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Aiea rank for 3-bedroom rent in Hawaii?
Among the 21 cities in Hawaii with 3-bedroom data, Aiea ranks #11 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Aiea?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Waipahu ($3,380), Waianae ($3,310).