🏡✨ ARE YOU READY? Home inspections for the Ulana Ward Village buyers begin this week! What an exciting time as you get ready to settle into your brand-new home in trendy Kakaʻako. 🌿As you prepare for your walkthrough, here are a few helpful tips to make the most of this visit:🔍 You may choose t

  April brought more good news for homebuyers on Oʻahu. While overall sales remain lower than last year, inventory is up, competition is down, and homes are staying on the market longer — all signs of a market that favors buyers. According to the Honolulu Board of Realtors, 241 single-family homes a

The Hawaiʻi Housing Finance and Development Corporation (HHFDC) has introduced the Dwelling Unit Revolving Fund Equity Pilot (DEP) Program to enhance homeownership opportunities for qualified residents, particularly those in professions experiencing critical shortages, such as healthcare workers, ed

Exciting developments are underway at The Park on Keeaumoku, a premier residential project in Honolulu's vibrant Midtown Ala Moana neighborhood. Buyers eagerly anticipating their new homes have recently received pre-closing notices from the developer, outlining essential steps leading up to the firs

    Hawaii’s lawmakers are taking significant steps to increase funding for the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) in an effort to provide more homesteads for Native Hawaiian beneficiaries. Following a historic $600 million allocation in 2023, legislators are now considering additional funding

  Hawaii is testing an innovative approach to address its housing crisis by developing a high-rise condominium project with 99-year leasehold units, designed to provide more affordable homeownership options for local residents. The proposed $200 million tower in Honolulu would offer 360 units, with

Exciting times are ahead for future homeowners at Ulana Ward Village! After three years of anticipation, buyers who secured their reserved housing units through the initial lottery process are now just steps away from becoming proud owners in the vibrant heart of Kaka‘ako. Ulana Ward Village, a stun

Photo Courtesy of Keeaumoku Development Owner LLC. Leasing has officially begun for the commercial spaces within The Park on Keeaumoku, an expansive mixed-use development spanning approximately 3.5 acres in Honolulu’s Ala Moana neighborhood. Situated along Keeaumoku Street between Liona and Rycroft

Kaka’ako is set to welcome another exciting development! Kamehameha Schools, of the master planned neighborhood Our Kaka’ako, has selected Koa Partners and Castle & Cooke Hawai'i to develop Waiakoa, a mixed-use project on a 4.2-acre parcel at 756 Auahi Street know as Block D. What can we expect from

A new initiative from the Hawai‘i Housing Finance and Development Corporation (HHFDC) aims to support essential workers in Hawai‘i, such as healthcare professionals, educators, law enforcement officers, and agricultural workers, in purchasing their own homes. The DURF Equity Pilot (DEP) Program, a f

📸 Ikenakea Development At ONE Pacific Realty, we are thrilled to share the latest development news from the heart of Kapolei. Local developer Ikenakea Development has announced plans for Leiwili Kapolei, a vibrant new 900-unit affordable housing complex that is set to transform the community. Affor

Photo Arete Collective - Andy Stenz Arete Collective, a renowned Utah-based developer, has announced plans to develop residential units at the iconic Turtle Bay property on Oahu’s North Shore. The company recently acquired 65 acres from the prestigious Turtle Bay Resort, setting the stage for a tran

As a result of the recent NAR settlement, buyers must execute a Buyer Representation Contract prior to touring homes with a Realtor. Why am I being asked to sign this? If you’re a homebuyer working with an agent who is a REALTOR®, it means you are working with a professional ethically obligated to w

  Exciting News for Homebuyers! Ka'ulu by Gentry is thrilled to announce the release of Phases 9 and 10, offering a mix of Market and Reserved townhomes, as well as single-family homes. These highly anticipated new homes are set to be offered through a lottery system, providing equal opportunities f

The Ililani Condominium in Kaka'ako, a much-anticipated condominium development spearheaded by developer Ken Chang, has finally opened its doors after years of setbacks. On Friday Governor Josh Green, City officials, the developer's team and guests attending the blessing and official openning. This

Updated 11/20/24: Exciting news for home buyers in the beautiful Manoa neighborhood! A new residential project called Aria Lane Manoa is in the works, and it's set to bring a fresh wave of real estate opportunities to this sought-after area. Spearheaded by local developer Christine Camp of Avalon Gr

  Living in Kakaako, Honolulu's hottest neighborhood, might seem like a pipe dream. But Ililani, a brand new fee-simple condominium development, is shattering that illusion. This 42-story high-rise consisting of both 1 and 2 bedrooms boasts not only stunning views and a vibrant community, but also o

Looking to buy an affordable condo at The Flats At Sky Ala Moana or The Park on Keeaumoku but worried about the qualifying ratios? We have some fantastic news! Effective April 1st, 2024, the Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) is eliminating the 33% Debt-to-Income (DTI) requirement for these

Excitement is brewing in Kakaako as the much-anticipated Ililani condo development welcomes its first residents! This innovative project, offering both affordable and market-priced units, is poised to transform the Honolulu skyline while providing a diverse range of housing options. Punchlist Progre

Exciting times are ahead, and the first step towards turning that dream into reality is often the most intimidating—getting pre-qualified. Many shy away due to the fear of rejection, concerns about not qualifying, or worries about a less-than-ideal credit score. In this blog post, we'll break down w