Oahu Beachfront homes - Waimanalo

Waimanalo - You don't hear about Waimanalo very often, but it has beautiful beaches and a quiet old Hawaii feel. Many of the residents have lived there for generations. Homes on the beach in Waimanalo tend to be older and cheaper, around $2-3million. The beach and the water in Waimanalo is beautiful, and buying real estate there can be a really bargain compared to other areas. You'll likely have to drive to Kailua for groceries and everything else, but that's only a 10-15 minute drive.

Life in Waimanalo is a throw back to the Hawaii of 50 years ago. The pace of life is slow, and the town is just a tiny strip of small stores that is very easy to miss as you drive by. But ocean front real estate in Waimanalo is a great option if you like the slow small town feel of it.

You can buy beachfront homes in Waimanalo for a fraction of the cost of other areas like Diamond head, and you’re only a few minutes drive into Kailua town, which is probably where you will spend most of your time.