The City of Honolulu, or simply “Town,” is home to more than 1 million residents on the island of Oahu. We can accommodate your government travel, military assignment, and corporate housing needs if you require a furnished rental in town for 30 nights or longer.

Honolulu Furnished Apartments

We have many years of experience providing extended stay rental housing and lodging for military and government travelers. We can accommodate individual travelers or large groups at the Hawaii military per diem rate.

If you’re relocating to Oahu for temporary work or need a place to stay for several months, a furnished apartment can help make the move a smooth one. Inventory spans everything from corporate apartments in Ala Moana and high-rise condos in Waikiki. Monthly rent prices in Honolulu can swing widely based on building amenities, parking, and how close you are to the ocean. All of our properties are in close proximity to all military installations on Oahu including Schofield Barracks, Joint Base Pearl Harbor Navy Base & Hickam AFB, or Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Kaneohe Bay.

What “Furnished” Apartment or Condo Means in Honolulu and What It Doesn’t

Furnished typically includes core furniture (such as a bed, sofa, and dining set), basic kitchenware, and linens. Premium options will consist of an in-unit washer and dryer laundry room, as well as hotel-style amenities. TDY Stay units include a washer/dryer and a full kitchen with a dishwasher.

Corporate housing and many monthly-stay offerings advertise “all-in” pricing or flat utilities, but some listings cap electricity (mostly in situations where a split A/C or window A/C is used heavily). TDY Stay includes all utilities and Internet in our furnished units.

The Current Real Estate Market: Inventory and Price Ranges

Depending on the time of year, the inventory of furnished apartments across Honolulu can fluctuate. Believe it or not, Hawaii travel season peaks in the winter (not the summer), as snow-birds seek to escape the cold winter months and seek refuge in a warm paradise by the beach. A furnished apartment in Honolulu, featuring premium amenities in a safe part of town, typically ranges from $5,000 to $10,000 per month. In contrast, many condos for sale with comparable amenities start at $500,000 to $1 million, with some newer condos in the Ward Village area listed at over $10 million for a luxury ocean-view apartment.

Neighborhoods 101: Match Your Lifestyle to the Area

Waikiki and Ala Moana. You’re steps from beaches, dining, and bus lines. High-rise condos dominate, and many units skew smaller but amenity-rich (pools, gyms, front desks). Corporate providers often target these zones because guests can walk to everything, minimizing the need for a car. Some of the well-known options in this area include the Discovery Bay Apartments and the newly renovated Windsor Apartments, both in Waikiki.

Ward Village, Kakaʻako, and Downtown. Newer towers in Ward Village and Kaka’ako are typical for this area of town. The most recent developments on this side of Honolulu include apartments and condos at Ward Village, a 60-acre master-planned community in the Kakaʻako district between downtown Honolulu and Waikiki. Ward Village features numerous mixed-use developments that cater to professionals seeking walkable urban amenities, farmers’ markets, and rooftop lounges. Expect modern finishes and higher rents per square foot, with furnished options clustered in larger managed buildings and corporate portfolios.

McCully, Mōʻiliʻili, & Mānoa. Closer to the University of Hawaii (UH) at Mānoa, the housing options in this part of town tend to be student-friendly studios and 1-bedrooms, with more modest finishes but better access to the UH campus and greener surroundings. These listings frequently appear on university portals. Many students will also seek housemates to secure a three or 4-bedroom house close to the UH Campus.

Additional Expenses: Parking, Pets, Deposits, and Amenities

The sticker price rarely tells the whole story. In Honolulu, watch for:

• Parking covered garage vs. open-air parking; $300 to $500+/mo in urban cores. Nightly parking can range from $20 to $75/night in Waikiki and parts of downtown Honolulu.
• Amenity fees for fitness rooms, swimming pools, and concierge services can also increase the monthly tab.
• Pet rent, deposits, and breed restrictions may apply in corporate housing. Additionally, it can be challenging to bring a pet to Hawaii because of quarantine restrictions. Hawaii, after all, is an island, and many regulations in place differ from those on the mainland.
• Utilities can be significant. High-rise living with frequent air conditioning use increases electricity costs; some monthly-stay listings include utilities with caps or “simple monthly pricing” that combines everything into a single rate.
• Storage space is a premium: If you plan to surf before work, look for buildings with board storage or ground-floor racks and verify rinse areas. You’ll use them daily, and not every high-rise apartment allows board storage on lanais due to safety and aesthetic concerns.

Lease Lengths & Flexibility (30-day, 90-day, and 12-month Options)

Honolulu’s furnished market encompasses everything from 30-night and longer monthly stays to corporate leases and traditional 12-month agreements. Monthly stays offer flexible move-in/move-out dates, along with single monthly pricing, which can be a good fit if your assignment dates are flexible. TDY Stay offers 30-night minimum stays with easy extensions.

Weather considerations: In Honolulu, high-rises experience dramatic variations in airflow. A unit that catches the trade winds can cut A/C usage and noise; one sheltered from wind may run hotter and rely on mechanical cooling. The direction the lanai (balcony/patio) faces and whether the afternoon sun heats the unit will affect both comfort and electric bills. Trade winds are your friend. Open cross-breezes can make high-rise living comfortable with minimal air conditioning.

Choosing the Location

Finding the right Honolulu furnished apartment is less about chasing the lowest advertised rent and more about selecting a location that best suits your needs. Neighborhood choice matters. Waikiki and Ala Moana will provide you with ocean access, steps from the beach. Ward Village and Kakaʻako primarily consist of newer towers and rooftop amenities, while McCully, Mānoa, and Mōʻiliʻili are closer to the University of Hawaii, offering a greener, campus-like atmosphere.

Ready to take the next step? Reach out to TDY Stay to check availability.

FAQs

1) What’s usually included in a furnished apartment in Honolulu?

In Honolulu, as in most metropolitan areas, a furnished apartment typically includes a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and basic kitchenware, which are considered essential for a furnished home. TDY Stay provides everything to make you feel right at home. We also have dishwashers in every kitchen, as well as an in-unit clothes washer and dryer. Say goodbye to coin-operated laundry in the basement!

2) Are monthly-stay furnished rentals really month-to-month?

Yes, our apartments have a minimum stay of 30 nights, with flexible start/end dates and convenient billing.

3) Which neighborhoods are best for car-free living? Waikiki and Ala Moana are highly walkable and well-served by buses and bike share. Kakaʻako, Ward Village, and Downtown also work well for urban commutes.