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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Astonishing marina front home consisting of 6 Beds/4.5 Baths with easy access to boat dock. In law suite on the first level with separate entrance. An ocean lovers paradi...
Listing courtesy of Five Star Realty, Inc..
This astonishing and sophisticated home fits today’s modern lifestyle and makes a definitive statement in the highly coveted neighborhood -Koko Kai. Admire the sweeping o...
Listing courtesy of Compass.
Na Pali, Haweo, Hawaiian for "the Cliffs of Distinction,” is located on the East Oahu summit of Kamehame Ridge in Hawaii Kai. Nestled here on its rim is a luxurious two-s...
Listing courtesy of List Sotheby's Int'l Realty.
Seller is motivated and looking forward to a quick closing!!! Modern, custom designed with quality workmanship Hawaiian Villa with spectacular views of the coastline. Res...
Listing courtesy of Central Pacific Properties Inc.
Breaking Ground Soon! Crystal chandelier floating from sky-high ceiling sets an elegant foyer in this magnificent mini-mansion. The kitchen showcases a European flair, co...
Listing courtesy of Sandra Sagisi HI Realty Serv..
Welcome to paradise in Portlock! A rare opportunity to own a prestigious home with a full-size USTA tennis court. Steps from the ocean this 4-bedroom home was built with ...
Listing courtesy of Eovino & Associates, Inc..
Anchorage in Hawaii Kai. This single level 3 bedroom, 3 bath marina front home has been gutted and redesigned by one of Honolulu’s most notable designers. Features inclu...
Listing courtesy of Trinity Properties, LLC.
Must see!!! Remodeled home with 7 bedrooms, 5 and a half baths and separate 700 sq. ft. rec room. This home features beautiful sunsets, Diamond Head, ocean and mountain ...
Listing courtesy of INET Realty.
This property has been gutted and it ready for a full remodel. Bring your imagination and your contractor! Enjoy life on the water at the quiet end of the Hawaii Kai ...
Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.
"Age in place home" on a 11,461 SF level lot in the rarely available Portlock side of Hawaii Kai. Makaweli Street is the well known highly sought-after street framed wit...
Listing courtesy of Corcoran Pacific Properties.
Rare opportunity for a view home with a useable front yard and room for expansion. Wonderful one level home with ocean and sunset views...and absolutely gorgeous mountai...
Listing courtesy of Stephen Foster Williams.
A beautiful home in a prominent setting in Le'olani. Refined living in a tropical retreat with a gorgeous sparkling pool. Away from traffic, noise and congestion, yet c...
Listing courtesy of Q&A Realty.
Welcome to your own private oasis which lends itself well to formal and informal entertaining. As soon as you walk through the gated entry, the home opens up to an expans...
Listing courtesy of Hawaii Life.
You're going to love this FULLY UPGRADED, MARINA FRONTAGE, SINGLE LEVEL home located in the much sought after, and RARELY AVAILABLE Spinnaker Isle community. Located in a...
Listing courtesy of Own a Home LLP.
This 15,682 sqft. vacant lot includes a workable swimming pool and building plans for a main house and a separate ohana duelling. Adjoining oceanfront property MLS#202130...
Listing courtesy of Aloha Pacific Properties Inc.
Mariner Ridge Stunning Views from all over the house or 1350 sq ft of lanais. Well over 4000 sq ft total living area! Wake up in bed to a beautiful sunrise over Koko Crat...
Listing courtesy of OahuRE.com.
Rarely available marina home in West Marina. Large home on large lot with access to the marina. House needs an owner's creative touch to make this home shine. Double wall...
Listing courtesy of Century 21 iProperties Hawaii.
MOVE-IN READY! UPGRADED SINGLE-LEVEL HOME. Begin unwinding, entertaining, and relaxing in your new home with little upkeep in a gorgeous open floor plan. Enjoy the warm s...
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty.
Hawaii Kai-Mariner's Ridge-Great Remodeled (2011) 5 Bedroom, 3 Bath 2,659 Square Foot Home-Amazing Ocean, Koko Crater & Marina Views-Pool-Jacuzzi-Includes 2 Bedroom in La...
Listing courtesy of Hawaii Life.
A rewarding escape peacefully situated in Hawai’i Kai; 3 Bedroom, 2 full Bathrooms on a peaceful cul-de-sac. Richly-appointed spaces include large gathering areas, a brig...
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Honolulu.
Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to own in Mariner's Ridge! Situated on a rim lot, you have gorgeous views of Koko Head, Ocean, Marina & sunrises. You have plenty of...
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty.
Resort Living with so Much Style! This stunning 3-BD, 2.5-BA Penthouse Apt offers so much space & a fabulous single level floor plan w/all new sparkle from top to bottom...
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty.
Excellent opportunity to own a beautifully renovated and well maintained, much desired “Skipper” model home in the sought after community of Kalama Valley in prestigious ...
Listing courtesy of Redfin Corporation.
This fabulous and rarely available townhome in Hawaii Kai. The comfortable, spacious open floor plan, with ocean, beach, and pool views are enjoyed throughout this 3 bedr...
Listing courtesy of Aska Gateway Estates Inc.
Charming and updated Kalama Valley home! The house boasts a renovated kitchen, vaulted ceilings, split ACs, solar water heater, and a 26 panel PV system (owned). Beautifu...
Listing courtesy of BHGRE Advantage Realty.
Prestigious Mariner's Ridge For $1.475M (Ridge Average Price $1.8M)-Rare Single Level Home On Level Lot With Ocean/Koko Crater/Molokai View-Great Breezes-Cool-Brand New B...
Listing courtesy of Hawaii Life.
Beautiful Rim Lot with amazing Sunset, Ocean and Koko Head views. Great opportunity to build a custom home located in a quiet Cul-De-Sac in the Na Pali Haweo Community. S...
Listing courtesy of Hawaii Preferred Properties.
This is a beautiful lot located in one of the most desirable and prestigious neighborhoods in the State of Hawaii. Kamehame Ridge is on the east side of Oahu where it is ...
Listing courtesy of Sandra Sagisi HI Realty Serv..
Spacious Mariner's Cove, Hawaii Kai home with vaulted ceilings, Koko Head Crater views, and 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. This functional floorplan is bright, filled with ...
Listing courtesy of Compass.
Enjoy THE VIEW of Diamond Head, Ocean, Coastline, and Sunset. Situated on the west slope of Koko Crater, nestled in a quiet neighborhood sits a two-story 1500sq ft home w...
Listing courtesy of Soldier To Soldier HI Realty.
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