Entries by Malia L. Meenderman

Hawaii Housing market strength in October 2016

Hawaii Housing Statistics show the supply shortage is pushing Real Estate prices on Oahu higher in October 2016. The Oahu real estate statistics for the month of October 2016 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 Oahu Hawaii island […]

New mixed use condo project on Keeaumoku – Honolulu

Chinese developers are moving forward with a new mixed-use condo project on Keeaumoku across from Walmart.  Prospac holdings is an entity of Chinese developers looking to build at least 2 new mixed-use projects.  The other being on the other side of Walmart on Makaloa street.   UPDATED: April 17, 2017 Califonia Investment Regional Center LLC […]

Aalii condo the next Howard Hughes development

Howard Hughes proposed the latest devlopement within its 60 acre project. The Aalii was presented before the Hawaii Community Developement Authority (HCDA) which oversees development in the Kakaako neighborhood. The propsoal outlines it’s 42 story 751 unit mixed use project. Located ajacent to Aeo which is under construction and along the Halekauwila rail transit cooridor. […]

Ward Warehouse demo permit secured, Gateway Towers Honolulu condo

Honolulu’s Gateway Towers condo building is coming. Yes, it is finally happening! Back in June, Howard Hughes corporation ($hhc) applied for a demolition permit for Ward Warehouse, the iconic shopping center in Kakaako. The shopping center which opened in 1975 has been the home of many small businesses over the years. The original plan for […]

Kailua Beachside housing demand is increasing – Oahu

Kailua Beachside on Oahu is one of the more affluent areas in Kailua along Kailua beach. One of the things that we carefully watched last year is median sales price which was a little over $2.2 million and so far this year in 2016 it is actually $2.975 million for this small neighborhood that stretches  […]

Honolulu real estate demand continues in September 2016

Honolulu real estate demand continues. The latest Housing Statistics show the supply shortage is pushing Honolulu Real Estate prices higher in September 2016. The Oahu real estate statistics for the month of September 2016 are released today. According to the analysis by the Honolulu real estate board, using data collected from its computerized Multiple Listing Service (MLS) […]

Hawaii vacation homes for sale with Caretaker’s cottages

Many buyers come from outside of the state to buy vacation homes here in Hawaii. And who wouldn’t want a vacation here with our beautiful weather and beaches? It’s no wonder that we attract thousands of people every year to buy vacation homes. With the purchase of a vacation home, a big concern is that […]

Supply shortage pushes Real Estate prices higher on Oahu

Housing Statistics show the supply shortage is pushing Real Estate prices on Oahu higher in August 2016. The Oahu real estate statistics for the month of August 2016 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 Oahu Hawaii island housing […]

Hokua condo update on pricing and sales – Honolulu

We follow the Hawaii luxury real estate market and we keep a close eye on certain condominiums such as the Hokua at 1288 Ala Moana Boulevard in Honolulu. Currently, there are quite a few units on the market. At the Hokua condo there are 19 units on the market right now five of which are […]

Howard Hughes $20mil plan to upgrade Kewalo Basin approved

Howard Hughes’ $20mil plan to upgrade Kewalo Basin Harbor approved by the HCDA. Kewalo Basin Harbor sits adjacent to their 60 acres development project known as Ward Village. The Kewalo Basin project is a further enhancement of the community. The harbor has been in much need of been repaired and upgraded. There are 2 phases […]

Top 3 beachfront homes on the East Side of Oahu.

One of the most desirable areas to live on Oahu is on the east side from Diamond Head to Hawaii Kai all along that area because of the climate. It’s sunny and usually a bit dryer and it’s fairly easy to drive into Honolulu. One of the things that people do look for in buying […]

Homes still in short supply – June 2016 Oahu Statistics

Oahu Statistics show that properties sell faster in June 2016. The Oahu real estate statistics for the month of June 2016 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 Oahu Hawaii island housing statistics are: Oahu (Hawaii) Single-Family […]

New affordable project by SamKoo starts next month

New affordable project by SamKoo starts next month. The project is located near Atkinson Drive and Kapiolani Blvd. The Korean Developer plans a 45-story building with 484 units. A total of 60% of the units will be considered affordable.  The units will include studio, one bedrooms, two bedrooms, and three bedrooms ranging in size from 460 […]

Major changes could be coming to Kakaako housing requirements

Major changes could be coming to Kakaako housing requirements.  The changes are being considered by the Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA). The changes surround the parameters for affordable housing. A committee is recommending changes. Some of the charges are lowering the maximum sale price on affordable units. Other changes are allowing the HCDA to buy back […]

The Collection condo has been topped – Kakaako

The Collection condo has been topped. The Collection condominium at South Street and Ala Moana Boulevard in Kakaako has reach the top of the their construction at the 43rd floor.  The tower section of the condominium is sold out. There are town home units remaining. The townhouse have their own garages and entrances separate from the […]