Rent pulse
Typical asking rent$2,129a month in Hilo
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
4 property managers in Hilo
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Green Sands Management & Sales
190 Keawe St Ste 27, Hilo, HI 96720
Green Sands Management & Sales is a home-grown Hilo group that provides long-term management of apartments, condos, townhomes, single-family homes and commercial space on the Big Island, and also handles real estate sales.
In their words: “We secure qualified tenants quickly, maintain relationships, collect rent, and care for properties that exceed expectations.”
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HBR Property Management
Serves the Hilo area · no public office address, so no map pin
HBR Property Management serves the Hilo area, offering long-term rentals of homes and cottages in Honomu, Pahoa, Keaau and Hilo, with online rental applications.
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Equity Hawaii Property Management
Hilo, HI
Equity Hawaii Property Management is a property management company with an office in Hilo, Hawaii, that manages rental homes for owners, with reviews also mentioning rentals on Maui.
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Day-Lum Hawai'i, established in 1984 in Hilo, manages residential rentals, including homes, apartments and condominiums, plus association and commercial properties across East Hawaiʻi, while Day-Lum Realty handles property sales.
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Hilo rental market
Get the latest rental and real estate data on the Hilo market. We update these charts with the latest data on the 22nd of each month.
Rent over time
Hilo
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rent in nearby cities
| City | Typical rent | 1 year | Managers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilo | $2,129 | 4 | |
| Kihei | $3,092 | +4.8% | 7 |
| Lahaina | $3,292 | +11.2% | 3 |
| Kailua | $3,753 | +5.8% | 4 |
| Honolulu | $2,715 | +4.2% | 28 |
| Kaneohe | $3,645 | +3.6% | 0 |
| Aiea | $2,814 | +1.8% | 5 |
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, data through September 2026. Managers listed: our directory, October 2026.
More local facts for owners
Renters and vacancy
33.9%of homes in Hilo are rented (6,014 households)
- Rental vacancy rate
- 6.5%
- County vacancy rate
- 10.6%
- Median rent paid
- $1,427
- Median home value
- $483,000
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024.
HUD Fair Market Rents
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fair Market Rents for fiscal year 2027, Hawaii County, HI. Used to set Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) limits.
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Property management in Hilo
Compare the 4 property management companies in Hilo, Hawaii County. Tick up to 3 to see them side by side, then request free quotes from all of them in one step. Highly rated managers based nearby, in Keaau, are listed below the local companies.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Hilo is $2,129 (September 2026). About 33.9% of homes in Hilo are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 6.5% (Census, 2020-2024).
Hilo property management FAQ
How many property management companies are in Hilo?
We list 4 property management companies in Hilo, HI: 3 with an office in the city and 1 that serve the area from elsewhere or without a public office address.
What is the typical rent in Hilo?
Zillow's typical asking rent in Hilo was $2,129 a month in September 2026.
How much do property managers charge in Hilo?
Fees depend on the company, the property and the services you need, and few companies publish them. Ask for a written quote that lists the monthly fee, leasing fee and any other charges. You can request quotes from up to 3 managers at once on this page.
How do you rank the companies?
The default order, Best match, uses each company's Google rating adjusted for how many reviews it has, so a 4.8 rating from 100 reviews ranks above a 5.0 from 2. No company can pay for its position.
Is it free to request quotes?
Yes. Requesting quotes is free for property owners and there is no obligation to hire anyone.