3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Waialua, HI
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Waialua, Hawaii as of July 2026. That's +23% higher than the citywide median of $3,407 and +97% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Waialua
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 Waialua
Compare Waialua's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Hawaii
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Hawaii
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Waialua.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Waialua |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waianae, HI | 6.7 mi | $3,310 | $-880 (-21%) |
| Haleiwa, HI | 10.3 mi | $3,740 | $-450 (-11%) |
| Wahiawa, HI | 14.2 mi | $4,260 | +$70 (+2%) |
| Kapolei, HI | 15.6 mi | $4,510 | +$320 (+8%) |
| Waipahu, HI | 17.3 mi | $3,380 | $-810 (-19%) |
| Mililani, HI | 18.2 mi | $3,870 | $-320 (-8%) |
| Ewa Beach, HI | 18.8 mi | $4,510 | +$320 (+8%) |
| Pearl City, HI | 19.9 mi | $3,900 | $-290 (-7%) |
| Aiea, HI | 23.4 mi | $3,590 | $-600 (-14%) |
| Kaneohe, HI | 26.1 mi | $3,990 | $-200 (-5%) |
| Honolulu, HI | 30.2 mi | $3,896 | $-294 (-7%) |
| Kailua, HI | 31.7 mi | $5,160 | +$970 (+23%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Waialua — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Waialua?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Waialua, Hawaii is $4,190 per month. This is +23% higher than the citywide median of $3,407.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Waialua?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $167,600 ($13,967/month gross), which works out to roughly $80.58/hour at a full-time job.
Is Waialua expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Waialua's 3-bedroom median of $4,190 is +97% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 97th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Waialua rank for 3-bedroom rent in Hawaii?
Among the 21 cities in Hawaii with 3-bedroom data, Waialua ranks #17 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Waialua?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Waianae ($3,310), Haleiwa ($3,740), Waipahu ($3,380).