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Two Ways to Own a One-Bedroom in Ward Village: Ke Kilohana vs. Aeʻo Ward Village offers several distinct residential experiences, but buyers searching for a one-bedroom condominium do not always need to begin with the newest—or most expensive—building. Two current resale opportunities offer very dif

Early appointments are underway as Ward Village prepares for the anticipated presale launch of its final residential tower under the original master plan. For more than a decade, Ward Village has transformed the Kakaʻako skyline with a collection of distinctive residential towers, public spaces, sho

Ke Kilohana in Ward Village: A Second Look at One of Kakaʻako’s Most Compelling Opportunities Ward Village has become one of Honolulu’s most sought-after communities, known for its thoughtfully planned neighborhoods, walkability, and vibrant urban lifestyle. However, as demand has grown, so has the

  What Is the Hale Kamaʻāina Program? For many Hawaii residents, buying a home can feel just out of reach. Rising home prices, down payment requirements, and financing challenges often create barriers—especially for first-time buyers. The Hale Kamaʻāina program, offered through the Hawaii Housing Fi

A rare window is open for local buyers—combining affordable pricing, new construction, and below-market financing at Keʻolu. If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to purchase your first home in Hawaiʻi, this may be it. Keʻolu at Koa Ridge—one of Central Oʻahu’s most anticipated affordable town

When Life Circumstances Change Reserved housing programs create incredible opportunities for local buyers to own homes in communities like Ward Village. However, these programs also include regulations designed to preserve long-term affordability.At Ulana Ward Village, those regulations include owne

Independent advisory notice for homeowners — not a developer statement Recent information shared with Ulana Ward Village homeowners, real estate professionals, and lending partners has raised concerns regarding the City & County of Honolulu real property tax assessments issued for Ulana units for th

With the final key pickups completed yesterday, Ulana Ward Village has officially welcomed all of its new homeowners — marking the close of an extraordinary journey and the beginning of a vibrant new chapter in Kakaʻako, one of Honolulu’s most desirable neighborhoods. Ulana is a truly special projec

The momentum at Kahuina continues. Following an overwhelming response to last month’s initial release, all market units at Kahuina are now officially available for Owner Occupant applicants. This marks the beginning of the project’s second and largest release to date — offering buyers an expanded op

This past Wednesday marked a major milestone for Ulana Ward Village — the very first key pickup event for homeowners! The excitement was palpable as the first group of residents officially received their keys and began the transition from buyers to proud owners. Outside the event, guests were greete

We’re excited to share that ONE Pacific Realty has partnered with Aloha Winterior, a trusted, family-owned local business known for their quality window coverings, friendly service, and affordable prices. For many of our new homeowners—especially those at Ulana Ward Village—window coverings are one

It was another exciting weekend at Ward Village as Ulana held its third bulk signing event at the IBM Building — one of the final steps before buyers officially close on their new homes. Agents Lisa Ito and Ed Chong of ONE Pacific Realty were proud to accompany their clients throughout the week and

At ONE Pacific Realty, we’re always looking for ways to make homeownership more rewarding — and that includes helping our clients turn their new condos into comfortable, beautiful spaces that feel like home. After seeing firsthand the care, professionalism, and modern island styling of Wabi Sabi Haw

Image JL Capital In a bold statement of confidence in Honolulu’s real estate market, Tim Lee’s firm JL Capital has acquired three prime parcels along Kapiʻolani Boulevard for $36 million from Crescent Heights LLC. The sites, located at 1322, 1338, and 1356 Kapiʻolani Boulevard, total approximately 1

The Deal in Brief Hawaiʻi-based private equity / real estate investor Tradewind Capital (or an affiliate) recently purchased two former Meadow Gold parcels—1302 Elm Street and 824 Sheridan Street—for $17.7 million. These parcels, situated in the Ala Moana / BMX-3 (Business Mixed-Use) corridor, are n

The Park on Keeaumoku Welcomes Its First Owners The excitement is building at The Park on Keeaumoku, where the very first owners officially received their keys on September 5th, 2025, during the highly anticipated Bulk 1 closings. This milestone marks the beginning of a series of five bulk closings

A Fresh Turn for The Block 803 In the heart of Kaka‘ako, The Block 803 at Waimanu has been a standout addition to Honolulu’s urban landscape. Offering modern studios and one-bedroom condos in a prime location near SALT at Our Kaka‘ako, Ward Village, and Ala Moana, the project was designed to deliver

✨ Ulana Ward Village: A Rare Second Chance ✨ If you thought you missed out on Ulana Ward Village, here’s some exciting news — a limited number of condos are returning to the market! Ulana is nearly complete, and for many, it’s been the dream of making Kakaʻako homeownership a reality. With this rare

Kakaʻako continues to evolve as one of Honolulu’s most dynamic urban neighborhoods — and with it comes a renewed focus on affordable housing. The Hawaiʻi Community Development Authority (HCDA) has advanced several key projects that will bring much-needed affordable rental units and an innovative for

Skip the Wait: Move Into Your New Honolulu Condo Sooner Than You Think For many homebuyers, the dream of owning a brand-new condo comes with one big trade-off: the wait. Most new construction projects in Honolulu take years to complete, meaning you may not get your keys until three or even four year