4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Makawao, HI
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Makawao, Hawaii as of July 2026. That's +8% lower than the citywide median of $3,808 and +40% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Makawao
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 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Makawao
Compare Makawao's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in Hawaii
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Keaau | $2,570 |
| 2 | Hilo | $2,910 |
| 3 | Wailuku | $3,210 |
| 4 | Makawao (this page) | $3,520 |
| 5 | Kailua Kona | $3,560 |
| 6 | Waikoloa | $3,860 |
| 7 | Lahaina | $3,910 |
| 8 | Waianae | $3,960 |
| 9 | Waipahu | $4,050 |
| 10 | Kihei | $4,110 |
| 11 | Aiea | $4,300 |
| 12 | Haleiwa | $4,480 |
| 13 | Mililani | $4,630 |
| 14 | Honolulu | $4,669 |
| 15 | Pearl City | $4,670 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in Hawaii
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Makawao.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Makawao |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kihei, HI | 12.8 mi | $4,110 | +$590 (+17%) |
| Wailuku, HI | 16.6 mi | $3,210 | $-310 (-9%) |
| Lahaina, HI | 22.2 mi | $3,910 | +$390 (+11%) |
| Waikoloa, HI | 74.6 mi | $3,860 | +$340 (+10%) |
| Kailua Kona, HI | 78.7 mi | $3,560 | +$40 (+1%) |
| Kailua, HI | 108 mi | $6,180 | +$2,660 (+76%) |
| Hilo, HI | 109.3 mi | $2,910 | $-610 (-17%) |
| Honolulu, HI | 110.6 mi | $4,669 | +$1,149 (+33%) |
| Kaneohe, HI | 113.7 mi | $4,790 | +$1,270 (+36%) |
| Aiea, HI | 116.4 mi | $4,300 | +$780 (+22%) |
| Pearl City, HI | 120.1 mi | $4,670 | +$1,150 (+33%) |
| Mililani, HI | 121.5 mi | $4,630 | +$1,110 (+32%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Makawao — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Makawao?
As of July 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Makawao, Hawaii is $3,520 per month. This is +8% below the citywide median of $3,808.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Makawao?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $140,800 ($11,733/month gross), which works out to roughly $67.69/hour at a full-time job.
Is Makawao expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Makawao's 4+ bedroom median of $3,520 is +40% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520. It ranks in the 82th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Makawao rank for 4+ bedroom rent in Hawaii?
Among the 21 cities in Hawaii with 4+ bedroom data, Makawao ranks #4 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Makawao?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Wailuku ($3,210), Hilo ($2,910).