3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Kailua, HI
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Kailua, Hawaii as of July 2026. That's +29% higher than the citywide median of $4,006 and +142% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Kailua
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 Kailua
Compare Kailua's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Hawaii
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Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Kailua.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Kailua |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaneohe, HI | 6 mi | $3,990 | $-1,170 (-23%) |
| Honolulu, HI | 7.4 mi | $3,896 | $-1,264 (-24%) |
| Aiea, HI | 8.8 mi | $3,590 | $-1,570 (-30%) |
| Pearl City, HI | 12.4 mi | $3,900 | $-1,260 (-24%) |
| Mililani, HI | 13.6 mi | $3,870 | $-1,290 (-25%) |
| Waipahu, HI | 15 mi | $3,380 | $-1,780 (-34%) |
| Ewa Beach, HI | 18.6 mi | $4,510 | $-650 (-13%) |
| Wahiawa, HI | 19.2 mi | $4,260 | $-900 (-17%) |
| Kapolei, HI | 22.5 mi | $4,510 | $-650 (-13%) |
| Haleiwa, HI | 25.4 mi | $3,740 | $-1,420 (-28%) |
| Waianae, HI | 28.7 mi | $3,310 | $-1,850 (-36%) |
| Waialua, HI | 31.7 mi | $4,190 | $-970 (-19%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Kailua — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Kailua?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Kailua, Hawaii is $5,160 per month. This is +29% higher than the citywide median of $4,006.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Kailua?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $206,400 ($17,200/month gross), which works out to roughly $99.23/hour at a full-time job.
Is Kailua expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Kailua's 3-bedroom median of $5,160 is +142% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 100th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Kailua rank for 3-bedroom rent in Hawaii?
Among the 21 cities in Hawaii with 3-bedroom data, Kailua ranks #21 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Kailua?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Kaneohe ($3,990), Honolulu ($3,896), Aiea ($3,590).