Ward Village vs other Kakaako condos for buyers

If you’re looking for a condo in Kakaʻako, you’ll quickly come across a long list of buildings, including the newer towers in Ward Village and many established and newer buildings throughout the rest of the neighborhood. One thing that …

Hawaii luxury condo property taxes for buyers

Last updated: September 2026

Property tax rates, classifications, exemptions, and assessed values can change. The examples in this article are intended for general informational purposes and are based on the 2026–2027 Honolulu property tax rates available at the time of …

Fee simple vs leasehold Hawaii condos for buyers

If you have been looking at condos for sale in Hawaiʻi, you have probably noticed two terms that can make a significant difference in the price: fee simple and leasehold. Two condos in the same neighborhood can look remarkably similar …

Best Honolulu luxury condos for second-home buyers

A second home in Hawaiʻi should feel effortless. When you are here, you want the residence and the building to enhance the experience of being on the island. When you are away, you want the confidence that the property is secure, …

Kakaako and Ward Village new construction condo pipeline

Kakaʻako continues to be one of the most active areas for new condominium development in Honolulu, and if you are considering buying here, it is important to understand what is still coming rather than looking only at the buildings that …

Koula vs Aeo vs Victoria Place condo comparison in Ward Village

Kōʻula, Aeʻo, and Victoria Place are not really three buildings competing at the same price point. They represent three different positions within Ward Village, and that distinction matters.

Aeʻo sits in the third …

What a $1M Kakaako condo budget can buy now

If you have a $1 million budget for a condo in Kakaʻako, you have a meaningful range of options, but what that budget buys you can vary dramatically from one building to another. Depending on your priorities, you …

Honolulu luxury condos with strong long-term resale potential

When buyers ask which Honolulu condos have the strongest resale potential, the answer is rarely as simple as choosing the newest building or the one with the highest price per square foot.

A condominium’s resale appeal is shaped by …

Ala Moana condo buildings with the best views, value, and amenities

Ala Moana is one of Honolulu’s most established condominium markets, but the buildings within it are remarkably different from one another. In a relatively small area, buyers can choose between classic high-rises built decades ago, established luxury …

Choosing a Kakaʻako real estate agent with true condo expertise

If you are searching for the best real estate agent in Kakaʻako, you will find plenty of Honolulu Realtors who work in the area. The more important question is whether the agent you choose actually specializes in …