Urban Honolulu · Oahu
Kakaako
Oahu's most exciting urban core — gleaming new towers, street art, breweries, and walk-everywhere energy.
Median condo
~$800K
Region
Urban Honolulu
Best for
Urban condo living
Vibe
Urban · Walkable · New
The vibe
Kakaako is the closest thing Oahu has to a mainland city neighborhood. A wave of sleek new condo towers (Ward Village) rises among murals, craft breweries, coffee roasters, and the SALT dining district.
It's for people who want lock-and-leave, walkable, amenity-rich living — young professionals, downsizers, and investors — steps from Ala Moana Beach Park and the biggest mall in Hawaii.
Living here
- Outdoors: Ala Moana Beach Park and Kewalo Basin are a walk away.
- Dining & shopping: SALT at Our Kakaako, Ward Village, and Ala Moana Center.
- Schools: Urban core — many families opt for private schools.
- Commute: Walk or a short drive to downtown.
The homes
Almost entirely condos — from older mid-rises to brand-new luxury high-rises with pools, gyms, and concierge. New-tower median around $800K; penthouses far higher. Watch the maintenance fees.