Market Insights

Oʻahu Real Estate Insights

Understanding the Oʻahu real estate market takes more than looking at a single number. Market conditions can vary by neighborhood, property type, price range, and even from one property to another. Here you'll find current Oʻahu market information, neighborhood insights, and practical guidance to help you better understand what may be happening in the market and what it could mean for your real estate decisions.

Market Update

Latest Oʻahu Real Estate Market Update

August 2026

Single-Family Homes

Median Sales Price $1,240,000
Closed Sales 264
Median Days on Market 17 days
New Listings 364
Active Inventory 794

Condos & Townhomes

Median Sales Price $510,000
Closed Sales 365
Median Days on Market 37 days
New Listings 684
Active Inventory 2,512

What does this mean for buyers?

August's numbers show why property type matters when buying on Oʻahu. Single-family homes that sold moved relatively quickly, with a median of 17 days on market. Condos and townhomes had substantially more active inventory and a longer median time on market at 37 days. For buyers, that may mean more choices in the condo market, but the amount of negotiating room can still vary significantly by neighborhood, building, price range, and individual property.

What does this mean for sellers?

August's market continues to show different conditions for single-family homes and condos. Single-family homes had a median sales price of $1,240,000 and a median of 17 days on market, while condos and townhomes had more inventory and took longer to sell. For sellers, pricing and positioning should be based on the property's specific neighborhood, property type, condition, and current competition rather than relying on Oʻahu-wide numbers alone.
Source: Honolulu Board of REALTORS® | HiCentralMLS
Last Updated: September 2026

Neighborhood Spotlight

Oʻahu Neighborhood Spotlight

Neighborhood / Market Area

North Shore – Single-Family Homes

Month and Year

August 2026

Key Statistics

Median sales price: $1,277,500, up 11% year-over-year; 12 closed sales.

Market Observations

North Shore single-family home prices were higher year-over-year in August, with a median sales price of $1,277,500. Because the area recorded only 12 closed sales during the month, individual transactions can have a meaningful effect on the median, so the statistics should be viewed together with property-specific and neighborhood-level conditions.

What buyers or sellers should know

North Shore real estate can vary considerably by community, property type, condition, lot characteristics, and proximity to the ocean. Island-wide statistics alone may not reflect the conditions affecting a particular North Shore property. Buyers and sellers should evaluate recent comparable sales and current competition in the specific area they are considering.
Source: Honolulu Board of REALTORS® | HiCentralMLS
Last Updated: September 2026

Beyond the Headlines

Oʻahu Is Not One Real Estate Market

Island-wide statistics provide helpful perspective, but they don't tell the whole story. Conditions can be very different from one neighborhood to another and between single-family homes, condominiums, price ranges, and individual properties. That's why understanding your specific market matters. Whether you're considering buying, selling, or simply planning ahead, understanding the market at the neighborhood and property level can help you make a more informed decision.

Insights

Buyer & Seller Insights

For Oʻahu Buyers

  • Buying strategy
  • Financing
  • Condominiums
  • Inspections and due diligence
  • Negotiations
  • Market conditions

For Oʻahu Sellers

  • Pricing
  • Preparing a home
  • Staging
  • Marketing
  • Timing
  • Evaluating offers
  • Neighborhood conditions

Wondering What Today's Oʻahu Market Means for You?

Real estate decisions are personal, and market statistics are only part of the picture. If you're considering buying or selling on Oʻahu, let's look at your specific situation, your neighborhood, and your goals.

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