diamond head: Top 10 Oahu Luxury Home Sales of 2025: A Record-Breaking Year
- 01/24/26 12:57 PM
Did Oahu really see a $65M home sale in 2025⌠and what does that say about the luxury market going into 2026? đ´
Oahuâs high-end real estate market turned heads in 2025, with the top 10 home sales all clearing $8M and several iconic properties trading along Kahala, Lanikai, Kailua Beachside, Diamond Head, and even the North Shore. From rare direct oceanfront estates to beach-access homes and large beachfront compounds, these sales reveal where buyers continue to place the highest value.
The biggest takeaway is clear. Location, beachfront access, and lifestyle-driven properties are still dominating pricing, with Kahala firmly holding its place as … (3 comments)
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diamond head: Why Diamond Head Is Quietly Becoming a Buyerâs Market in 2025
- 12/09/25 09:55 AM
The Diamond Head real estate market is showing rare opportunities that havenât been seen in more than a decade. While this iconic luxury neighborhood is known for its exclusivity and premium pricing, several properties are now trading at, or near, prices last seen ten years ago. For buyers who have been waiting for the right moment to enter this market, 2025 is presenting an unexpected window... Read More
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diamond head: July 2025 Oahu Real Estate Update: Surprising Shifts in Homes & Condos
- 08/27/25 10:14 AM
The July 2025 housing market in Oahu delivered a mix of surprises and dramatic shifts across neighborhoods. David Buck of Harcourts Island Real Estate shared insights from the latest Honolulu Board of Realtors report, highlighting standout performances in both homes and condos... Read More
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diamond head: 3 New Reasons to Avoid Zillow When Buying a Home in Hawaii
- 07/24/25 09:29 PM
Well it's been over 10 years since I did a blog article on why it's not good to use Zillow when you're looking for real estate here in Hawaii. My name is David Buck. I'm a full-time real estate broker. I've been practicing here since 2001 and born & raised in Hawaii. What Zillow doesn't know is what's actually going on on the ground... Read More
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diamond head: Unlocking the Hidden Wealth of VA Loans in Hawaii
- 07/05/25 07:04 PM
If you're a veteran or active-duty service member eyeing a move to Hawaii, your VA loan benefits might be your greatest asset. In a recent 4th of July real estate breakdown, expert David Buck shared key updates and insights on the VA loan landscape across Oahu.
Assumable VA Loans: A New TrendVA loans with locked-in low rates from years past are now being offered to buyers as âassumableâ loans. That means military families could inherit sub-3% mortgage ratesâa rare deal in todayâs market.
Hawaii's High BAH Rates: A Powerful Wealth-Building ToolHawaii boasts some of the nationâs highest Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) rates. When paired with 100% … (2 comments)
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diamond head: Oahu Local Real Estate Update â May 2025
- 06/19/25 06:37 PM
The Oahu housing market in May 2025 continues to show a tale of many neighborhoods â with some areas booming and others cooling. But this monthâs biggest surprise? The Windward Coast emerged as the strongest-performing region, dominating three out of four key categories in both homes and condos... Read More
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diamond head: Oahu Neighborhood Update: Local Sales Surges from Makakilo to Kahala
- 05/19/25 02:57 PM
The Oahu real estate market continues to shift in 2025 â but instead of broad island-wide trends, itâs the neighborhood-level data that reveals the most important insights. In this April 2025 update, we break down which local areas saw the biggest spikes in home and condo sales, along with notable price jumps that could impact your next real estate move... Read More
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diamond head: Gated Communities in Honolulu | Tour of Oahu's Exclusive Neighborhoods
- 04/27/25 08:15 AM
Looking for the perfect blend of security, privacy, and luxury on the island of Oahu? Gated communities in Honolulu offer a lifestyle that combines exclusivity with island beauty â whether youâre dreaming of ocean views, lush mountain valleys, or beachside bliss.
In this blog, weâll take you through some of the most sought-after gated communities in Honolulu, from Nuuanu to Hawaii Kai, where youâll find everything from classic kamaĘťÄina estates to modern custom-built masterpieces... Read More
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diamond head: Deal: Diamond Headâs Gold Coast - Oceanfront for 14% Less Than 2015
- 03/01/25 09:49 PM
Can you imagine owning a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom oceanfront condo on Diamond Headâs iconic Gold Coast for 14% LESS than what it sold for 10 years ago? It sounds too good to be true â but itâs real! Read More
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diamond head: The Real Cost of Owning a Condo in Oahu: Understanding Maint. Fees
- 01/31/25 10:29 PM
Thinking of buying a condo in Oahu?  Before you dive into paradise living, itâs crucial to understand the hidden costsâespecially maintenance fees. These fees, also known as "strata fees" in Canada and Australia, can vary significantly depending on the building, amenities, and location... Read More
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diamond head: Highest Oahu Home and Condo Sales of 2024
- 01/20/25 10:16 PM
Aloha! This is David Buck with Harcourts Island Real Estate and today we're going to report on the luxury market recap for 2024... Read More
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diamond head: Legal Short Term Rentals in Diamond Head
- 12/16/24 11:12 AM
So often when we're selling real estate here in Diamond Head, people ask me "I'd like to buy something short term and legally vacation rental". Here we are at the Diamond Head Beach Hotel and this is literally going to be the only condominium here on the Gold Coast that you can actually do a legal vacation rental... Read More
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diamond head: Leasehold Ownership in Honolulu
- 12/14/24 11:59 AM
Aloha! Today weâre going to talk about the difference between fee simple and leasehold ownership in Hawaii... Read More
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diamond head: Owning a Co-op vs. a Condo in Honolulu
- 12/08/24 01:36 PM
Aloha, this is David Buck and weâre down at the Gold Coast at Diamond Head and weâre going to talk about the difference between condo and co-op ownership in Hawaii. What most people donât know is this is the highest concentration and the reason weâre filming down here is this is the highest concentration of co-ops on Oahu. We do have some condos as well...Read More
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diamond head: Spalling and Painting - Maintaining Oceanfront Condos on Oahu
- 12/01/24 11:00 PM
Aloha, this is David Buck with Harcourts Island Real Estate and today we're down at the Gold Coast at Diamond Head. What we're going to talk about today is how some of these buildings being on the oceanfront here at Diamond Head need a lot of TLC and maintenance. In particular, spalling and painting... Read More
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diamond head: Waialae-Kahala Home Sales up 200% in October
- 11/23/24 07:01 PM
Can you believe that home sales in Waialae - Kahala were up 200% last month? This is David Buck with Harcourts Island Real Estate and today we're going to talk about the local market update for Oahu in October of 2024...Read More
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diamond head: North Shore Condo Price up 155%
- 10/17/24 09:48 PM
As we talk about every month, every market is different. Whether it be a specific condo project or neighborhood here on Oahu, everything is dynamic and shifting constantly. To learn more about what's going on in your neighborhood, feel free to contact us for more information... Read More
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diamond head: Makiki to Moiliili Home Sales Up 333%
- 09/21/24 12:58 PM
Aloha! This is David Buck with Harcourts Island Real Estate and today we're going to talk about the local market update for August of 2024.
Local Update for HomesFirst off, we're going to dive into single family home sales and there we saw Makiki-Moiliili with the largest increase in sales year over year, which was up 333%. That was going from 3 transaction in August of 2023 to 13 transactions this past month. Meanwhile, across the board of the 21 major neighborhoods that the Honolulu Board of Realtors tracks, eight of those neighborhoods were actually up in sales, 6 were flat and 7 were slumped … (1 comments)
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diamond head: 1959 Homes on Oahu - 65 Years After Statehood
- 08/24/24 03:31 PM
I did an article 5 years ago on the 50th Anniversary of Hawaii being a state. However, now that we're in the year 2024 celebrating 65 years, let's talk about 13 listings that are here on Oahu that are available (there are several more that are under contract)... Read More
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diamond head: $3 Million Price Drop on Diamond Head Estate
- 08/07/24 02:27 PM
Well, I'm not sure if that $3 million price reduction got your attention? 3239 Noela Drive in Diamond Head just reduced by $3,000,000 earlier this month. This is the 2nd $3 million price reduction (the last of which took place in June) since it's been on the market... Read More
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