Can you help us find a long-term rental on Oahu?
Sorry; we are not a rental finding agency. We can only rent properties we manage. If you do not see any rentals listed on our rentals page
or rentals that fit your criteria, please check the website weekly. In
most cases, we will know about a property becoming available 28-45 days
in advance. If you need a place 2-3 months in advance we probably cannot
help that much in advance.
Other rental resources to try: (Just beware of scams. Do not send money via a wire, Western Union, PayPal, etc...)
- Craigslist - Probably the most popular rental resource
- HiCentral - Used by Realtors in Hawaii to post rentals
- Zillow, Trulia, or HotPads
What is the application process?
Please email Info@HawaiiProperty.com with your name, number, and the property address of rental you are interested in. If you need a rental for less than 6 months, please see our Waikiki vacation rentals.
Is there an application fee?
No.
Unlike many rental agencies, we do not charge an application fee, but we
do ask that you print out or email us a copy of your credit report with
a 3 digit credit score along with your completed rental application.
How can I get a copy of my credit report with a 3 digit credit score?
You can receive your free credit report once a year at www.annualcreditreport.com, but you will have to pay a small fee to receive your 3 digit credit score with your credit report. You may also try www.freecreditreport.com.
How much is the security deposit?
The
security deposit is equal to one month's rent. In Hawaii, a landlord
cannot charge more than one month's rent for the deposit unless there is
an additional pet deposit (not to exceed one month's rent).
Can I use my security deposit for the last month's rent?
No,
the security deposit is for any damages that may have been caused and
cannot be used towards the last month's rent. Some places on the continental
US charge 1st and last month's rent, plus a security deposit. In
Hawaii, we cannot legally collect more than one month's rent for the
deposit, in addition to 1st month's rent unless there is an additional
pet deposit.
When is rent due?
Rent is due on the 1st of each month; if the 1st is a Saturday or a Sunday plan to pay by the Friday before the 1st.
In most cases, if rent is not received by the 3rd day of the month, an 8% late charge will apply.
Are utilities included in my rental?
Some
apartments or condos include utilities in their maintenance fees so utilities (such as electricity and water) may be included in the
rent. Completely read the rental
advertisement, and when unsure, ask the property manager or rental agent.
If renting a house, most likely utilities will not be included.
Can my rent be increased?
If
you are on a fixed-term lease, the rent cannot increase during the
stated lease dates. All our rental leases require a fixed 6 month to a 1-year term and rent cannot be increased during the time stated on the
lease.
Can I renew my lease?
Talk with your property manager 45 days prior to your lease expiring to see if the property is available for re-renting.
Can I make changes to the property such as painting and other improvements?
Changes
can only be made with the approval of your property manager, as the
property manager would have to talk directly to the owner. Rentals are
expected to be returned to their original condition as they were from the day the renter
first occupied the property.
Do you allow pets in your rentals?
Some rentals do allow pets, but others may not because: The
rental is in an apartment or condo and the building's House Rules may
not allow pets or there may be restrictions on the type, size, and the number
of pets allowed. The owner will not allow us to accept pets.
If
you plan on moving to Oahu and renting, it's best to have a friend or
relative on the mainland take care of your pet until you can find a
place that allows pets.
Also, Hawaii has very strict laws when bringing a pet to Hawaii, see more information at
http://hdoa.hawaii.gov/ai/aqs/animal-quarantine-information-page/
Hawaii Landlord-Tenant Code
