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Entries by Malia L. Meenderman
Oahu real estate price increases in December 2015
The Oahu Real estate statistics for the month of December 2015 are released today. According to the analysis by the Honolulu real estate board, using data collected from its computerized Multiple Listing Service (MLS) system, the Island housing statistics are: Oahu (Hawaii) Single-Family Home Re-sales Number of Oahu home Sales This Month Compared To Median* Oahu Sales Price […]
Agent review: 3854 Pokapahu Place, Diamond Head, Honolulu.
Having been an agent for many years, I have seen thousands of properties. The truth is that after so many years of experience, I do see good deals. I also see overpriced properties. As I drive around to open houses, I do have my own take on what I see. No property is perfect. Therefore it […]
Park Lane condo is 75% sold – Ala Moana
Park Lane condo is 75% sold out. The low rise luxury project by Kobayashi Group and MacNaughton Group at the Ala Moana center is well underway and construction will be completed this year. These units have been in demand, much the One Ala Moana project. Buyers can enjoy luxury living, an ocean view and be […]
Vida condo is cancelled – Kakaako
Vida condo has been cancelled. This luxury condominium project in Kakaako announced that it is canceling the project and returning buyers’ deposits. Kobayashi Group and MacNaughton Group who are the developers sited that sales have fallen off in the last few months despite a strong start to sales last May. They have also cancelled the […]
Three beach houses on the Windward side of Oahu.
Everyone dreams of spending a long lingering weekend in a casual Hawaiian beach house. Enjoying the sun and gazing out on the turquoise ocean. When looking at beachfront property on Oahu, it is easy to see prices upwards of $10 million for beach homes on Diamond Head, Lanikai and Kailua beaches. However, just traveling out to […]
Top 5 Reasons to buy a Beachvillas at Ko Olina condo
Beachvillas at Ko Olina is so far the only residential high-rise that is oceanfront at the Ko Olina resort. If you have not had the privilege of getting out there, you are definitely missing out! Most people that want to live in this resort community with lovely beaches, golf courses and manicured landscaping have had to […]
A house with a view or no view in Hawaii Kai?
It is a constant dilemma to have a house with a view or without a view. Not having a view may mean being in a place that you can walk to places with ease. Perhaps you will get more house for the money, more features and more space. And to have a home with a view […]
Expired real estate listings on Oahu at lowest point in a decade
Expired real estate listings on Oahu tell their own tale of what is happening in the market. We have watched indicators like the median sales price for both homes and condos rise year after year. The Days on Market indication (Showing how long properties are on the market before they sell) hovering between 20 and […]
Oahu real estate statistics for November 2015
The Oahu Real estate statistics for the month of November 2015 are released today. According to the analysis by the Honolulu real estate board, using data collected from its computerized Multiple Listing Service (MLS) system, the Island housing statistics are: Oahu (Hawaii) Single-Family Home Re-sales Number of Oahu home Sales This Month Compared To Median* Oahu Sales Price […]
Howard Hughes is gearing up for Ae’o Condo construction – Kakaako
Howard Hughes is gearing up for Ae’o Condo construction. Office Depot, the last tenant on the parcel that will be Ae’o condo, will be out in January. This paves the way for construction to begin soon afterward. Ae’o condo is more than 70% sold now but there are some good units remaining. We are all […]
Nobu moving from Waikiki to Waiea – Kakaako
Nobu in Waikiki will be moving locations to a dramatic new space at the Waiea in late 2016. The restaurant from Nobu Masuhisa is moving from its present place at the Waikiki Parc hotel as the hotel goes under major renovations. The Waiea will have lots of room to accommodate the popular restaurant. There will […]
Getting qualified to purchase a Ke Kilohana condo
Ke Kilohana with it’s 375 reserved housing units, the Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA) outlines the legibility requirements. However, one must also be qualified to get financing on one of these units. Getting qualified to purchase a Ke Kilohana condo is simple and fairly stream lined. Understanding the process and getting everything together earlier can […]
Being eligible for reserved housing at Ke Kilohana, Kakaako
With Ke Kilohana, there are 375 Reserved Housing units and 49 market-priced units. Reserved Housing guidelines are set by the Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA). The HCDA is a state organization overseeing development in Kakaako. HCDA requires that a certain percentage of development is targeted to local residents. Therefore it is important to understand about […]
801 South avoids penalty for glass – Kakaako
801 South Building A avoided being penalized by the HCDA over its reflective glass. Because of vague rules for design, 801 South will not be fined for glass that may be too reflective. Symphony condo is another building that was considered too reflective based not eh design standards set out for Honolulu.
HCDA rejects 2 Kewalo Basin development proposals – Kakaako
The Hawaii Community Development Agency (HCDA) rejected two Kewalo Basin development proposals on one parcel of the Kewalo Basin plan. Howard Hughes corporation and Kewalo Waterfront Partners both submitted plans to redevelop the commercial and open space surrounding the harbor. HCDA approved Howard Hughes Corporation’s proposal for 2 of the lots and rejected both proposals for […]
Ke Kilohana Reserve Housing
Most of the units at Ke Kilohana condo will be qualifying for Reserve Housing. There will be 375 units that qualify for Reserve Housing. What to expect? We are expecting that the Reserve Housing regulations life will mean a lower price point for buyers in exchange for the strict standards. These Ke Kilohana reserve housing […]
Ke Kilohana condo sales start soon – Kakaako
Ke Kilohana condo at 988 Halekauwila Street in Kakaako will likely be offered for sale very soon. This new offering from Howard Hughes Corporation as a part of their Ward Village concept will be located on Ward Avenue at Halekauwila street. Most of the units in the building will be reserve housing and will be more […]
HCDA delays Kewalo Basin decision
The HCDA delayed their decision on the 2 proposals for the development of the land around Kewalo Basin. The 2 proposals will be taken into consideration at their next meeting scheduled for December 2, 2015. Howard Hughes Corp and Kewalo Waterfront Partners have plans into the governing committee.
Monterey Place home with ocean views – Maunalani Heights
With only a few ridges to choose from in Honolulu, Maunalani Heights has some amazing views. Sitting above Kaimuki is Wilhelmina Rise with Maunalani Heights on top of the mountain. At the heights the views are spectacular. It is a quiet neighborhood. Many homes have panoramic views from over Kahala, the back side of Diamond […]