Honolulu, HI Real Estate News

By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
Wednesday, April 20, 2022 11AM – 2PM Get into the Earth Day spirit with the Waikīkī Aquarium by contributing to ocean conservation through action! We will remove litter along the Waikīkī coastline and contribute to ocean conservation through action!Check in any time between 11 AM – 1:30 PM at the front of the Aquarium to pick up a bucket and tools for cleaning up the surrounding parks and beaches. All supplies and collected rubbish must be returned to the Aquarium by 2PM.Groups of up to 15 people can register together. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Supplies such as buckets/bags and tongs will be provided. Gloves can be provided to those who do not bring their own reusable pair. Remember to bring your own water and reef-safe sunscreen!At the end of the event, we will weigh al...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
Single-Family Homes, Condos on O‘ahu Mark Record Median Sales Prices Luxury sales pull the single-family home price to $1,150,000, while condos rise to $515,500   HONOLULU – According to resales figures released this week by the Honolulu Board of REALTORS®, the first quarter of 2022 closed with new record median sales prices for both single-family homes and condos at $1,150,000 and $515,500, respectively. The March median sales price for single-family homes reflects a 21.1% increase from last year and is 2.2% above the previous record of $1,125,000 set just a month ago. The condo market’s median sales price of $515,500 represents a 14.3% hike compared to this time last year and a 1.1% increase from the prior record of $510,000 set in January 2022. In March, single-family home sales fell...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
 Hawaii International Film Festival 2022 Spring Showcase presented by Halekulani from April 6-24, 2022This hybrid festival will feature an in-theaters portion at Consolidated Theatres at the Kahala Mall, April 6-14, and then will shift to online April 15-24. The exciting spring line-up will include over 20 films from across Asia, the Pacific and North America. For more information on tickets, passes, schedules and events, go to Https://www.HIFF.ORG FILM SCHEDULE: Title Date Time EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE Wednesday 4/6/22 7:00pm SENSEI, WOULD YOU SIT BESIDE ME? Friday 4/8/22 6:00pm WHAT TO DO WITH THE DEAD KAIJU? Friday 4/8/22 8:30pm DAWN RAID Saturday 4/9/22 3:15pm IN OUR PRIME Saturday 4/9/22 5:30pm WHAT TO DO WITH THE DEAD KAIJU? Saturday 4/9/22 8:00pm FORTUNE FAVORS LADY NIKU...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
               Latest rates, based on 20 percent down, $200,000 owner-occupant mortgages. The rates and terms may vary; check with lenders for details. Rates may have changed click here to verifyWednesday, March 30, 2022  Lender Term/Type Interest Rate % Points % *APR Aloha Pacific Federal Credit Union531-3711NMLS#377314 15-YR Fixed 3.625 2.000 4.080 30-YR Fixed 4.375 1.375 4.587 5-YR ARM       American Savings Bank, F.S.B593-1226NMLS#423168 15-YR Fixed 3.250 2.000 3.642 30-YR Fixed 4.125 2.000 4.357 5-YR ARM       Bank of Hawaii877-616-2636NMLS# 15-YR Fixed 3.125 2.000 3.417 30-YR Fixed 4.000 1.875 4.157 5-YR ARM 3.000 2.250 3.096 Central Pacific Bank544-0500NMLS#416603 15-YR Fixed 3.375 2.000 3.778 30-YR Fixed 4.000 2.125 4.245 5-YR ARM 3.750 0.000 3.465 Finance Factors, Ltd.548-3300N...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
The King's Dream - April 3, 2022Sunday, April 3rd - 2022 at 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Created and performed by Michael SchusterMusic by Rachel Saul This intimate 19th century style performance is based on the historical interactions between Hawaii’s monarch, King Kalakaua and Elias Abraham Rosenberg, an eastern European Jewish emigrant during the tumultuous years of 1886 and 1887. Rosenberg is not a well-known figure in the Hawaiian community, but in 1887 he became King Kalakaua’s official kahuna kilokilo or soothsayer. Rosenberg is described by some as a charlatan and by others as a mystic. The performance explores the connections between history, genealogy, and folklore; highlighting issues of colonialism, racism, antisemitism, and cultural identity.A unique handcrafted storytelling cabinet ...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
Jesus Christ Superstar at Diamond Head TheatreDiamond Head Theatre presents the 1970s rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar. The show opens on Friday, April 1 and will continue until Wednesday, April 20 with possibility of extension. The star-studded cast at Diamond Head Theatre includes equity guest artist Aleks Pevec as Jesus Christ. The show is directed and choreographed by John Rampage.Performance Schedule:Friday, April 01, 2022 7:30 pmSaturday, April 02, 2022 7:30 pmSunday, April 03, 2022 4:00 pmThursday, April 07, 2022 7:30 pmFriday, April 08, 2022 7:30 pm CONTACT INFO:To purchase tickets and for more information, visit https://www.DiamondHeadTheatre.com or call the box office at (808) 733-0274. TICKETS:  $15.00 to $50.00 LOCATION:Diamond Head Theatre520 Makapuu Ave.Honolulu, HI For E...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Downtown and Nu'uanu Honolulu, February 2022   Single Family Homes February Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 9 / 9  0%  19 / 17  12% Median Sales Price $1.23M / $825,000  49%   $1.230M / $1.135M  8% Percent of Original List Price Received 102.5% / 90.1%  14% 102.5% / 97.1%  6% Median Days on Market Until Sale 8 / 35  -77% 9 / 35  -74% New Listings 4 / 13  -69%   15 / 24  -38%   Pending Sales 6 / 16  -63% 15 / 26  -42% Active Inventory 12 / 13  -8% ---    Condos February Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 30 / 43  -30% 78 / 68  15% Median Sales Price $500,750 / $685,000  -27%   $503,750 / $610,000  -17%  Percent of Original List Price Received 100.0% / 98.7%  1% 100.0% / 98.2%  2% Median Days on Market...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Diamond Head & Kapahulu Honolulu, February 2022   Single Family Homes February Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 14 / 20  -30% 31 / 41  -24% Median Sales Price $1.7475M / $1.3665M  28%    $1.585M / $1.11M  43% Percent of Original List Price Received 106.0% / 98.9%  7% 100.0% / 99.6%  0% Median Days on Market Until Sale 11 / 21  -48% 18 / 18   0%   New Listings 21 / 18  17% 35 / 38  -8% Pending Sales 17 / 26  -35% 36 / 49  -27% Active Inventory 24 / 44  -45% ---    Condos February Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 12 / 11  9%  23 / 20  22%  Median Sales Price $580,000 / $707,000  -18%    $580,000 / $605,000  -4% Percent of Original List Price Received 100.0% / 97.1%  3%  100.0% / 96.2%  4%  Median Days...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
Celebrate Earth Month, April 2nd with a morning outdoors volunteering to keep Kaka'ako clean! Join Our Kakaʻako, Waterfront Plaza, and Surfrider Foundation for a  community cleanup in the nine mauka blocks of the Our Kaka‘ako neighborhood and Mother Waldron Park. Check in at The Barn at SALT at Our Kaka‘ako at 327 Keawe Street starting at 9:00 a.m. and receive a map, biodegradable trash bag, and reusable gloves. We’ll have a complimentary coffee, hot chocolate, and snack station for volunteers. After collecting trash and placing it at the designated trash drop-off location, head back to The Barn to drop off your tools and grab a beverage and something to eat.For your comfort, bring your own water in a reusable bottle, reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, and shades or protective eyewear. Also, p...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Makiki & Moili'ili Honolulu, February 2022   Single Family Homes February Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 8 / 13  -38% 15 / 24  -38% Median Sales Price $1.5625M / $1.725M  -9%   $1.64M / $1.4M  17%   Percent of Original List Price Received 102.2% / 98.6%  4% 100.8% / 99.3%  2% Median Days on Market Until Sale 26 / 14  86% 22 / 13  69% New Listings 14 / 19  -26% 20 / 30  -33% Pending Sales 9 / 17  -47% 14 / 27  -48% Active Inventory 24 / 37  -35% ---    Condos February Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 56 / 47  19%  110 / 79  39%  Median Sales Price $402,500 / $375,000  7%   $398,750 / $385,000  4% Percent of Original List Price Received 99.7% / 97.2%  3% 99.1% / 96.9%  2% Median Days on Market Until...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
The great foodie convention will converge in Honolulu from March 26 & 27, 2022 in the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall.Come by for your food samples and new and exciting restaurants and food trucks. In addition, shop in our Spring Expo for new items you cannot find in the stores but here in the show!For more info, call us at 808-732-6037 or email at sales@pacificexpos.com.Don't forget to bring your appetite. TICKETS:General Admission $4.00 CONTACT:Pacific ExposJas Pascuajpascua@pacificexpos.com808-216-5718
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Ala Moana & Kaka'ako Honolulu, February 2022   Single Family Homes February Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 0 / 1   -100%  1 / 1   0% Median Sales Price $0.0 / $1.11M  0%   $1.205M / $1.11  9% Percent of Original List Price Received 0% / 100.9%  0% 96.5% / 100.9%  -4% Median Days on Market Until Sale 0 / 3   0% 36 / 3   1100% New Listings 2 / 1  100% 3 / 8  -63% Pending Sales 0 / 4  -100% 1 / 5  -80% Active Inventory 3 / 6  -50% ---    Condos February Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 58 / 38  53%  123 / 66  86% Median Sales Price $750,000 / $440,000  70%   $790,000 / $530,000  49% Percent of Original List Price Received 96.3% / 95.1%  1% 97.2% / 95.3%  2% Median Days on Market Until Sale 52 / 60  -...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Waikiki Honolulu, February 2022   Single Family Homes February Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 0 / 0  0%  0 / 0. 0%   Median Sales Price $0.0 / $0.00  0%   $0.0 / $0.00  0% Percent of Original List Price Received 0.0% / 0.0%  0% 0.0% / 0.0%  0% Median Days on Market Until Sale 0 / 0  0% 0 / 0  0% New Listings 0 / 0  0% 0 / 0  0% Pending Sales 0 / 0  0% 0 / 0  0% Active Inventory 0 / 1  -100% ---    Condos February Year to Date 2022 / 2021cChange% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 100 / 61  64%  201 / 121  66% Median Sales Price $382,500 / $380,000  1%   $403,00 / $380,000  6% Percent of Original List Price Received 98.2% / 95.8%  3% 97.9% / 95.5%  3% Median Days on Market Until Sale 19 / 55  -65% 27/ 54  -50% New Listings 170 / 162...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
Kaimuki Kau Kau Stop & ShopAli'iolani Elementary School1470 7th Avenue in KaimukiWho wants to cook after a night out on St Patricks Day?  On Friday March 18th and every third Friday of the month, STOP & SHOP for your dinner pau hana and support local businesses at the Kaimuki Kaukau Stop & Shop! Proceeds benefit Ali'iolani Elementary School. * FREE ADMISSION * Ample Parking * FREE Keiki ID * ATM on Site CONTACT:808-689-9091islandcraftfairs@gmail.com PARTICIPATING VENDORS:    •    Leah's Shave Ice & Treats​    •    Humble Food Design    •    Chibi Confectionery    •    Sama Sama For Expert Real Estate Sales & Pet Friendly Real Estate in Honolulu, Hawai'iCONTACT HI Pro REALTY TODAY! 
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
 2022 Hawaii Kidney WalkSaturday, March 12, 20228:00 AM - 12:00 PMKapiolani Bandstand Walk-ins welcome on the day of the event.  Stretch those calve muscles and join the 2022 Hawaii Kidney Walk, presented by The Queen’s Health Systems in partnership with Horizon Therapeutics and U.S. Renal Care. Organized by the National Kidney Foundation of Hawaii, the 2022 Hawaii Kidney Walk includes a 1.7-mile walk around the park and a festival for the community.Arrive anytime after 8:00 a.m. to check in or register, then set off on a 1.7-mile walk through the park at 9:00 a.m. or enjoy the festival! The festival will include a cooking demonstration by Chef Sam Choy, as well as, free wellness screenings, shaved ice, balloon art, photo stations, and keiki yard games. Guests will also be entertained b...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
Hawaiʻi Triennial 2022 Exhibit at the State Art MuseumNow until May 8th, 2022 - 10:00 am to 4:00 pm PACIFIC CENTURY – E HO‘OMAU NO MOANANUIĀKEAHawai‘i Triennial 2022 (HT22) will be framed around the fluid concept of Pacific Century - E Ho‘omau no Moananuiākea, interweaving themes of history, place, and identity within the context of Hawaiʻi’s unique location at the confluence of Asia-Pacific and Oceania.  HT22’s 43 artists and collectives feature over 60 participants including internationally renowned cultural figures exhibiting alongside multiple generations of Hawai‘i-based artists, as well as others making their U.S. institutional debut. The citywide exhibition will take place at: Bishop Museum, Foster Botanical Garden, Hawaii Theatre Center, Hawai‘i State Art Museum, Iolani Palace, ...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
Condos Outperform Single-Family Home Sales Following Seasonal Lull Sparse inventory, sustained demand drives new recordsingle-family home median price at $1,125,00    HONOLULU – According to resales figures released this week by the Honolulu Board of REALTORS®, The single-family home market continues to lag behind condos in sales, with single-family home sales falling 7.3% compared to last February, while condo sales were up 9.0% year-over-year. Sparse inventory and sustained demand drove the median single-family home price to a new record high of $1,125,000, up 22.6% from this time last year and 7.1% higher than the previous record of $1,050,000 set in August 2021. The condo market saw a modest bump in the median sales price of $497,000, rising 8.6% from one year earlier.   Using data ...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
               Latest rates, based on 20 percent down, $200,000 owner-occupant mortgages. The rates and terms may vary; check with lenders for details. Rates may have changed click here to verifyWednesday, March 2, 2022 Lender Term/Type Interest Rate % Points % *APR Acclaim Capital Mortgage383-5931NMLS#304090 15-YR Fixed 2.375 2.098 2.754 30-YR Fixed 3.375 2.101 3.591 5-YR ARM       Aloha Pacific Federal Credit Union531-3711NMLS#377314 15-YR Fixed 3.000 1.750 3.406 30-YR Fixed 3.625 1.750 3.857 5-YR ARM 2.500 0.500 3.191 American Savings Bank, F.S.B593-1226NMLS#423168 15-YR Fixed 2.500 2.125 2.895 30-YR Fixed 3.375 2.250 3.613 5-YR ARM       Bank of Hawaii877-616-2636NMLS# 15-YR Fixed 2.500 2.250 2.824 30-YR Fixed 3.375 2.125 3.547 5-YR ARM 2.000 2.000 2.650 Central Pacific Bank544-0500...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Downtown and Nu'uanu Honolulu, January 2022   Single Family Homes January Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 10 / 8  25%  10 / 8  25% Median Sales Price $1.2375M / $1.1795M  5%   $1.2375M / $1.1795M  5% Percent of Original List Price Received 101.4% / 98.6%  3% 101.4% / 98.6%  3% Median Days on Market Until Sale 11 / 14  -21% 11 / 14  -21% New Listings 11 / 11  0%   11 / 11  0%   Pending Sales 9 / 10  -10% 9 / 10  -10% Active Inventory 13 / 16  -19% ---    Condos January Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 48 / 25  92% 48 / 25  92% Median Sales Price $505,000 / $575,000  -12%   $505,000 / $575,000  -12%  Percent of Original List Price Received 98.7% / 97.5%  1% 98.7% / 97.5%  1% Median Days on Market Unt...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Diamond Head & Kapahulu Honolulu, January 2022   Single Family Homes January Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 17 / 21  -19% 17 / 21  -19% Median Sales Price $1.55M / $1.02M  52%    $1.55M / $1.02M  52% Percent of Original List Price Received 96.8% / 100.0%  -3% 96.8% / 100.0%  -3% Median Days on Market Until Sale 37 / 16  131% 37 / 16  131% New Listings 14 / 20  -30% 14 / 20  -30% Pending Sales 19 / 23  -17% 19 / 23  -17% Active Inventory 23 / 56  -59% ---    Condos January Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 11 / 9  22%  11 / 9  22%  Median Sales Price $580,000 / $580,000  0%    $580,000 / $580,000  0% Percent of Original List Price Received 99.2% / 94.8%  5%  99.2% / 94.8%  5%  Median Days on Market ...
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