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Oahu and its Neighborhoods
The island of Oahu offers an abundant variety of locations in which to live. City lovers flock to the bright lights and bustle of Waikiki, while the tranquil turquoise waters of Kailua lures beach lovers. No matter how you’re tastes run, you’ll find the ideal piece of Oahu real estate in Hawaii.
Popular central Oahu neighborhoods include Mililani and Wahiawa. While Mililani is the less expensive of the two, starter homes in the area can be snatched up for as little as $350,000. The top price in both areas is over 1 million dollars. Condos in these central Oahu neighborhoods start at $120,000.
Oahu’s Metro region makes up the most populated part of the island. Well-known communities include Ala Moana, Kalihi Valley, Manoa and Waikiki. Homes and condos in this area range in price from $220,000 to almost $10 million. Pricier communities include portions of Kalihi Valley, Makiki Heights, parts of Manoa Valley and Waikiki.
The Diamond Head region includes some of the priciest property on Oahu. Kahala, Black Point and Hawaii Loa Ridge feature gated estates and prices up to almost 17 million dollars. More affordable homes in this region can be found in Aina Haina, Kaimuki and Kapahulu.
The Hawaii Kai area offers luxury homes, some with private boat docks. Hawaii Kai real estate sells for between $510,000 and $23 million. The highest priced homes are in the Portlock area, along the coast. While Oahu real estate is far from inexpensive in this region, the lowest priced homes can be found in Kalama Valley and Koko Head Terrace.
The Ewa Plain is located on Oahu’s western shore. Here you’ll find communities with houses on both ends of the price spectrum. Homes in the area range from old to new, in master-planned communities, on the water and up mauka.
Some of the popular communities in the Ewa Plain region include the exclusive Ko Olina, Kapolei, Ewa Beach and Ewa Villages.
The Kailua region of Oahu offers a wide range of home styles, locations and prices. Single-family homes start at a bit under $500,000. The high end of the Kailua real estate market is $36 million. Best neighborhoods for the first time buyer on budget include Waimanalo and Enchanted Lake. The most popular luxury home area in this region is Lanikai.
The Kaneohe area is another ideal region for the first time buyer, with prices under $300,000 in Kaawa and a bit over that in Halekauwila and Ahuimanu. Luxury residences in the Kaneohe region are located primarily in Nohanani Tract.
Makaha, Nanakuli and Waianae are three popular communities in what the local Multiple Listing Service calls the Leeward region. Of the three, Nanakule and Waianae are the most affordable for first time buyers. While there are plenty of lower-end properties from which to choose in Makaha, there are luxury homes as well.
The big waves and laid-back lifestyle of Oahu’s North Shore area beckon many. Luxury homebuyers may want to visit the Mokuleia area while first-time buyers or those with a smaller budget will find their new home in the Laie and Kahuku communities.
Some other communities to consider for the first time buyer include Waipahu and Pearl City.
The best part of purchasing Oahu real estate is that no matter which community you choose, you’ll find friendly folks and an amazing Hawaiian lifestyle. Search our site for Oahu, and other area's in on the Island.
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