3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Kapolei, HI
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Kapolei, Hawaii as of July 2026. That's +32% higher than the citywide median of $3,420 and +112% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Kapolei
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 Kapolei
Compare Kapolei'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 Kapolei.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Kapolei |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ewa Beach, HI | 4.3 mi | $4,510 | — |
| Waipahu, HI | 8.9 mi | $3,380 | $-1,130 (-25%) |
| Waianae, HI | 9.3 mi | $3,310 | $-1,200 (-27%) |
| Pearl City, HI | 10.7 mi | $3,900 | $-610 (-14%) |
| Mililani, HI | 13.2 mi | $3,870 | $-640 (-14%) |
| Aiea, HI | 13.9 mi | $3,590 | $-920 (-20%) |
| Waialua, HI | 15.6 mi | $4,190 | $-320 (-7%) |
| Wahiawa, HI | 15.6 mi | $4,260 | $-250 (-6%) |
| Honolulu, HI | 17.9 mi | $3,896 | $-614 (-14%) |
| Haleiwa, HI | 18 mi | $3,740 | $-770 (-17%) |
| Kaneohe, HI | 18.8 mi | $3,990 | $-520 (-12%) |
| Kailua, HI | 22.5 mi | $5,160 | +$650 (+14%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Kapolei — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Kapolei?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Kapolei, Hawaii is $4,510 per month. This is +32% higher than the citywide median of $3,420.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Kapolei?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $180,400 ($15,033/month gross), which works out to roughly $86.73/hour at a full-time job.
Is Kapolei expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Kapolei's 3-bedroom median of $4,510 is +112% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 98th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Kapolei rank for 3-bedroom rent in Hawaii?
Among the 21 cities in Hawaii with 3-bedroom data, Kapolei ranks #20 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Kapolei?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Waipahu ($3,380), Waianae ($3,310), Pearl City ($3,900).