We moved from California to Hawaii Kai in 2005, and it quickly became our favorite place on Oahu. Hawaii Kai is a quiet bedroom community that was the first master planned community in the state. With about 30,000 residents, it is a quiet, upscale neighborhood.
East Oahu is considered by many as the nicest area to live on Oahu, with multi-million dollar homes and master planned communities. With beautiful Hanauma Bay heading into the marina, many Hawaii Kai homes are located along the water, complete with a dock.
Here are some Hawaii Kai neighborhood descriptions that I've written over the years:
Hawaii Kai is the only community in Hawaii where you can buy a home with a boat dock on a marina. You would think that there would be dozens of communities like this, but it's actually the only one on Oahu. That's one of the things that makes Hawaii Kai real estate so valuable. With median home prices higher than just about anywhere else in the state, Hawaii Kai is a very upscale community.
Hundreds of Hawaii Kai homes have a marina lot, which means this is truly a boat owner's paradise. The marina provides a great view from just about any restaurant in town. Even the Costco in town has an ocean view! Some great restaurants on the water include the Blue Water Grill and Kona Brewing Company. You can even sit and watch the boats go by at Panda Express! The annual Hawaii Kai Boat Parade is a great benefit of living here.
If you're looking for a waterfront home in Hawaii Kai, Spinnaker Isle, Anchorage, the Peninsula, Koko Isle, Kuapa Isle, and the West Marina area are great places to live with a dock. Marina front homes in Hawaii Kai range from about $600k for a townhome to about $5 million for a large house. Buyers will also find oceanfront and beachfront houses in Hawaii Kai.
In addition to having wonderful waterfront properties, Hawaii Kai also has a number of hillside homes that feature wonderful views of the ocean and marina. Mariner's Ridge, Na Pali Haweo, Kamehame Ridge, Hahaione Valley, and Kamiloiki are some areas in Hawaii Kai where you can have sweeping views of the ocean. Note, that you usually pay about $100k extra for a grand view of the ocean.
There are also some great properties just up the street from Sandy Beach. Buyers will find golf course homes in Queens Gate or Laulimaboth of which are nice neighborhoods that have beautiful luxury homes. Many of the houses in Queens Gate or Laulima offer both golf course and ocean views, so what could be better? You can also drive a little farther inland to find Kalama Valley, which is a quiet neighborhood with about a thousand homes.
Homes in the Hawaii Kai real estate market cost about $850,000 on average. Even Hawaii Kai condos are expensive, at about $400,000 to start. However, life in this quiet town is well worth the expense if you ask me. The people here enjoy outdoor living like nowhere else. Any morning you get up, you're going to see people with kayaks and surfboards on their way to the beach.
Here are some of the major neighborhoods and condominiums in Hawaii Kai, along with the average prices found in each area. Note: some places are listed twice because they feature both houses and condos.
Hawaii Kai has some of the best schools in the state, with Koko Head Elementary and Kamiloiki consistently scoring at the top of Hawaii's school rankings. A little bit toward Honolulu, Kahala Elementary is another one of the best schools in Hawaii. With some of the highest parent involvement in the region, Hawaii Kai's schools have great support from the community.
We have three main shopping centers in Hawaii Kai: The Hawaii Kai Towne Center, The Koko Marina Center, and the Safeway Center. We also have Costco, City Mill, The Shack, Longs, Ross, Panda Express, Starbucks, Common Groundz, Jamba Juice, Blue Water Grill, Kona Brewing Company, and dozens of other great merchants. One of my favorite places is Common Grounds, where you can sit at the marina and have great coffee.
Hawaii Kai also has some wonderful hiking spots, including Makapuu Point and the lighthouse. In fact, some of Oahu's most beautiful landscapes are here in Hawaii Kai. Water-loving residents can water ski inside the Hawaii Kai Marina, which has two areas that are designated for towing things behind a boat. With several commercial boat rentals available, you can jump on a ski boat or dive boat just about any day.
Hawaii Kai has a few famous spots that are enjoyed by tourists and locals alike. Hanauma Bay is the most famous snorkeling spot on the south side of Oahu, and hosts more snorkelers than any other beach in Hawaii. Since the bay is a nature preserve and prevents fishing, there are gorgeous fish everywhere.
Hawaii Kai also has Sandy Beach with the Halona Blowhole, which is a world-class body surfing beach sometimes called "Break Necks." Each year several people are injured while body surfing at Sandy Beach because of the powerful waves. Don't be fooled by the size of the surfthe waves here can be intense.
Hawaii Kai is the only place in Oahu where you can jet ski and water ski in protected water. Maunalua Bay is a huge protected place to enjoy all kinds of water sports.
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Located in the prestigious Napali Haweo community in Hawaii Kai, this luxurious property sits on a double lot of 21,295 square feet of land with 4,073 square feet of livi...
Listing courtesy of Engel & Volkers Honolulu.
Beautiful Diamond Head, Ocean and Mountain views from spectacular custom-built home. Large living area with exquisite attention to details and privacy. An open-design kit...
Listing courtesy of Corcoran Pacific Properties.
Discover luxurious coastal living with this exquisite property boasting the largest boat slip in Marina West and breathtaking panoramic views of the tranquil marina water...
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty.
Wide corner lot with sweeping ocean to mountain views. Great sunsets. This house is great for the Buyer that would like to make it their own home with their own renovat...
Listing courtesy of Takasaki R. E. Services, Inc..
Discover this brand new spacious duplex nestled in the charming Kamiloiki neighborhood in Hawaii Kai! Recently completed in November 2023, the front house boasts a large ...
Listing courtesy of West Oahu Realty, Inc..
Welcome to Hawaiian House Beautiful, a single level 3 bedroom, 3 bath home featuring a complete remodel and numerous upgrades, located in the sought after Triangle neighb...
Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HmSvc HI RE.
Beautifully Remodeled Marina Home with a dock! This gorgeous property has a great Location at the quiet end of the Hawaii Kai Marina in Mariner's Cove. Quiet uncongested ...
Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.
Waterfront living can now be yours in this scarce and valuable 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family Executive Residence in the beautifully designed, gated Peninsula at Hawaii ...
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty.
Waterfront living can now be yours in this scarce and valuable 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family Executive Residence in the beautifully designed, gated Peninsula at Hawaii ...
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty.
Brand new development CPR in Hahaione.Permits approved. Projected pouring of slab 3/20. Completion June/July. Buy it now before it's built. Ocean/mountain views. Per buil...
Listing courtesy of Soldier to Soldier HI Realty.
Beautiful, large, modern retreat with adaptable open living plan. Ideal layout for multi-generational living, work from home, entertaining, or just hanging out with famil...
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty.
This remarkable home is nestled in the prestigious Maunalua Triangle area. The property sits on an upslope lot, providing an elevated vantage point that provides views of...
Listing courtesy of Hawaii Homes & Estates LLC.
Discover your dream coastal retreat in the heart of Hawaii Kai Marina! Secure gated community, rarely available marina-front property. Wake up to breathtaking views over ...
Listing courtesy of Jack Tyrrell & Company.
BIA Grand Award Winner for residential design! This property would be especially appealing to a buyer looking for a 'turn key' home where all of the challenges of design ...
Listing courtesy of Compass.
Welcome to this tastefully remodeled property in the heart of Kealaula Kai in Hawaii Kai! Property features 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and plenty of parking in the gara...
Listing courtesy of Five Star Realty, Inc..
Welcome to this stunning home nestled in the serene beauty of Honolulu’s Koko Head area. This exquisite property boasts breathtaking views of the ocean, marina, mountains...
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty.
This exquisitely renovated 4-bed 4-bath Haha’ione hillside hale boasts of panoramic mauka to makai views. The main living area is built for both indoor and protected outd...
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Island Prop.
Unique marina front opportunity that beckons the adventurous spirit of boating enthusiasts and visionaries alike! Excellent West Marina location with extra wide, prime ma...
Listing courtesy of Compass.
Rare Hawaii Kai (Koko Head Terrace) single-family home with ocean, marina, and mountain views. Enjoy sunsets into Diamond Head. Perfectly located on a quiet cul-de-sac,...
Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.
RARE WATERFRONT home in Mariner's Cove. This fixer-upper in Hawaii Kai offers a unique opportunity to create your dream waterfront oasis. This property boasts spacious ...
Listing courtesy of HI Roots Realty LLC.
Rare Hawaii Kai (Koko Head Terrace) single-family home with ocean, marina, and mountain views. Enjoy sunsets into Diamond Head. Perfectly located on a quiet cul-de-sac,...
Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.
Welcome to your private and secluded oasis! This single-level gem boasts 3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths, offering the perfect blend of comfort and luxury. With 2,150 square f...
Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.
Here's your opportunity to live and own in the beautiful and highly desirable gated community known as the Peninsula at Hawaii Kai. This spacious, quiet and private 4-be...
Listing courtesy of Locations LLC.
Hawaii Kai: 4 bedroom, 2 bath Single Family Home. This home has so much to offer! Besides recent exterior and interior painting, new epoxy painted side of house and dri...
Listing courtesy of Help-U-Sell Honolulu Prop..
Welcome to this charming home with a vaulted ceiling located in the highly desirable neighborhood of Kalama Valley. This location is perfect as it is close to shopping ce...
Listing courtesy of HomeSmart Island Homes.
Come home to an amazing Koko Head view and this completely renovated (2022) home in Hawaii Kai. As you enter through the privacy gate and new front door, you will find a ...
Listing courtesy of BHGRE Advantage Realty.
Experience the pinnacle of island living with this captivating single-family home tucked away in the esteemed Hahaione Valley. Perfectly situated on an expansive 9,240 sq...
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Honolulu.
Welcome to your future dream home! This immaculately cared for 4-bedroom, 3-bath beauty is nestled in the charming neighborhood of Kamiloiki. Enjoy the comfort of split A...
Listing courtesy of Hawaii Americana Realty.
Single level, “Midcentury Cool” 4/2 home in desirable Koko Head Terrace. Sparkling pool, 27 photovoltaic panels (2013) and solar water (2017). Well kept, original inter...
Listing courtesy of Hawaii Life.
Welcome to your perfect slice of paradise in the iconic neighborhood of Hahahione in Hawaii Kai! This incredible home offers exceptional value with its spacious layout an...
Listing courtesy of Real Broker, LLC.
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