Honolulu, HI Community Information

Every Honolulu neighborhood exudes unique allure about it. The Capital District is the ideal place for people wanting to enjoy current and historic buildings and events surrounding Hawaii's state government. Especially popular among tourists, the suburb of Waikiki offers great views of the Diamond Head volcanic crater. Residents can enjoy daily hikes through the rain forests of the Makiki and Manoa Valleys or enjoy a night out in the vivacious Chinatown. Downtown has the tallest building in Hawaii, the First Hawaiian Center, with the Contemporary Museum featuring local Hawaiian art on the first three floors. The Arts District also features a variety of arts and cultural institutions.

Residential districts include Nuuanu and Pauoa, and the high-end luxury home areas of Waialae and Kahala. Popular neighborhoods include, Hawaii Kai, an area located just a 15-minute drive east of Honolulu. It is a newer neighborhood with its own lifestyle built right in. Maunalua Bay at the entrance to the town is a popular area for boating and jet skiing. With its beautiful beaches, it's a hot surfing destination.

Today, Honolulu neighborhoods are prime real estate locations. The tropical climate is driving more people to move to this exotic island. The coldest temperature ever recorded was 53 degrees! The warm weather gives residents a chance to enjoy the many attractions around the city. From the infamous volcanic crater, Diamond Head, to the Honolulu Zoo, with 1,230 mammals, birds and reptiles, residents and visitors alike never run out of things to do on the island. For sports fans, Honolulu is the home of the NFL's annual Pro Bowl and the NCAA Hawaii Bowl.

With the presence of historic U.S. Naval Base Pearl Harbor and Hickam Air Force Base in Honolulu, many military families have come to call the island of Oahu home. Honolulu has a lot to offer both historically and culturally. Begin your Honolulu home search today to find the right house for you!

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