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  Today marked the pre-sale release of owner-occupant luxury homes at Launiu Ward Village in Kaka'ako! With studios, 1, 2 & 3 bedrooms being offered on a first come basis, Launiu is the last new development in Ward Village featuring homes on the front row of Ala Moana Boulevard starting under $1M!!!

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

First Launiu Ward Village Homeowners Make Their Picks On February 7th, history was made in Honolulu's vibrant Kakaako district. The highly anticipated Launiu Ward Village, a beacon of luxury living nestled amongst the city's pulse, opened up the first 50% of it's inventory for the first unrestricted

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

Wishing you and your Ohana the very best this holiday season 🎁 and into the new year!💥 From all of us at ONE Pacific Realty🧡#Christmas2023 #NewYear2024 #HappyHolidays #AtHomeInTheIslands #LuckyWeLiveHi #OnePacificRealty

  The new Ka'ulu by Gentry in Kalaeloa is set to have it's first lottery for the Reserved Housing 2 & 3 bedroom townhomes on January 6th, 2024.   The deadline for applications is December 21st at 12:00pm.    Qualifications to Purchase a Reserved Housing Unit: Developer will offer Reserved Housing Un

    Gentry Homes, a leading developer of new homes in Hawaii, is excited to announce the grand opening of the sales center and models for Kaulu at Gentry, a new community of single family and townhomes located in Kalaleloa, Oahu.   The sales center will be open to the public starting November 18th. 

A number of our agents at ONE Pacific Realty toured the new model homes at Nahele At Ho'opili and were excited to see the spacious layouts, quality finishes and modern touches! DR Horton is definitely on the cutting edge of what Hawaii families are looking for in new home in the amazing planned comm

  🔥JUST LISTED•FIRST OPEN🔥 Sunday, October 8th from 2-5pm 98-731 Moanalua Loop #226 $439,500 Fee Simple MLS 202321987   3 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 1 Parking Low Maintenance Fee Pet Friendly VA Approved Location • Location • Location Shopping, Dining, Activities, & Rail! Perfect for Owners or Investors!

🏄🏽O’AHU, HAWAII: O‘ahu Home Sales Rise Month-to-Month, Remain Down Year-Over-Year Year-to-date, median sales prices dip for single-family 🏡 and condos🏢. Closed sales of single-family homes and condos declined year-over-year, dropping 19.7% and 16.9%, respectively; however, compared to a month ag

HOME EXEMPTION  The first home exemption law was enacted in 1896 by the Republic of Hawaii to provide some tax relief, encourage home ownership and the settlement of land. In 1896, the home exemption amount was $300. Beginning tax year 2024-2025, the home exemption will be $120,000 for homeowners un

🏖️ O‘AHU, Hawaii Inventory and days on market increase as sales volume continues to decline.Both single-family homes and condos experienced a slump in sales as elevated borrowing costs continued to dampen summer buying activity. Single-family home sales fell by 28.2%, and condo sales dropped by 18.

A state judge has given final approval to a $328 million settlement for Native Hawaiians who have spent decades on the homestead waitlist. The settlement, which was reached in April 2022, is the largest known legal settlement in Hawaii history. The lawsuit was filed in 1999 by 2,800 Native Hawaiians

The definition of workforce housing in Hawaii varies from island to island. In general, workforce housing is considered to be affordable housing for households with earned income that is insufficient to secure quality housing in reasonable proximity to the workplace. In Honolulu, workforce housing i

  The Davies Pacific Center in downtown Honolulu is being converted into a mixed-use building with residential and commercial space. The developer, Avalon Group, plans to convert 17 floors of the 22-story building into 442 apartment units, 26 per floor. The first five floors will remain as office co

Ward Village, a master-planned mixed-use development in Kaka'ako, has unveiled plans for two new mixed-use residences that will replace the Ward Centre shopping complex. The first residence, will be located on the corner of Ala Moana Boulevard and Kamakee Street. It will feature 242 homes on 35 floo

The Howard Hughes Corporation recently announced the upcoming development of Mahana, a new luxury condominium tower in Ward Village, Honolulu, Hawaiʻi. Mahana will be the 12th residential tower in the master-planned community, and it is sure to set a new standard for luxury living in the Pacific. Th

Becoming a new homeowner can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Here are the steps a first-time homebuyer should consider: Determine your budget: Evaluate your financial situation and determine how much you can afford to spend on a home. Consider your income, expenses, savings, and any existin

HOME EXEMPTION  Beginning tax year 2020-2021, the home exemption will be $100,000 for homeowners under the age of 65 as well as for homeowners who do not have their birthdate on file. This means that $100,000 is deducted from the assessed value of the property and the homeowner is taxed on the balan