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Luxury Properties on Oahu

Luxury Properties on Oahu
Every region has its top-drawer neighborhoods. Since Oahu is paradise, its luxury properties are the equivalent of seventh heaven. It’s simply a matter of choosing between a mansion on the beach or life in an idyllic rainforest. Tough choices, but somebody has to make’em.

Diamond Head
Only about 650 homes exist in Diamond Head proper, making it one of the most exclusive neighborhoods on the island. If geography is destiny, it’s easy to see why Diamond Head merits this honor. Roughly 10 percent of these homes are directly on the ocean, perched above the white sand beaches. Other top properties boast Diamond Head or mountain views. Modest dwellings sell for about $2 million, while estates might top the $22 million mark. It is where Honolulu’s elite – the most influential and affluent – tend to call home.

Black Point
Not far from Diamond Head, Black Point has a reputation as a celebrity homebuyer magnet. That’s partly because it offers both fabulous ocean views and seclusion, with terraced, hilly properties. Tom Selleck has a home here, and Johnny Depp sightings are fairly frequent. Heiress Doris Duke’s estate “Shangri-La” is now an art museum. The most prestigious section of this upscale community, the ocean side of Black Point Road is gated, and homes rarely come on the market. Smaller homes outside the gated half of the community start in the $2 million range, with the occasional home available within the gates beginning at about $10 million.

Kahala
Dubbed the “Beverly Hills of Hawaii,” Kahala boasts some of the priciest real estate on a very expensive island. Like its Los Angeles counterpart, Kahala lures moguls and movie stars, although primarily for vacation homes. Another LA syndrome is affecting Kahala – the teardown of homes built in the ‘50s and ‘60s for much larger, modern structures. A small lot alone is worth over $1.5 million, and oceanfront properties reach the $20 million mark. Actual oceanfront properties are fairly rare, but Kalala lots are comparatively large and density is low.

Tantalus
If you desire privacy and love nature, no other neighborhood compares with Tantalus. The land – a tropical rainforest – is so lush that viewing a home from the road is difficult. Behind those thick green curtains lie 120 homes, and most homeowners can’t even see their neighbor’s dwelling. The fragrant air, cooler temperatures and incredible foliage make Tantalus an extraordinary place to live. Home prices range from $1.2 to $3.2 million. One caveat: There is no public water or sewer. Homeowners rely on catch basins to collect rainwater and septic systems.

Makiki Heights
Bordered on the north by Tantalus, the luxury homes of Makiki Heights include spectacular views of the ocean, Diamond Head and Honolulu. It’s almost as private as Tantalus. Houses in the estate area range from $2 million to $18 million and up.

Hawaii Loa Ridge
On an island with no shortage of gated communities, Hawaii Loa Ridge is considered the crème de la crème. Residents enjoy panoramic views of eastern Oahu and the ocean. Amenities include tennis courts, a park, a community center, controlled access private roads and 24-hour mobile security. The most recent median home sale price in Hawaii Loa Ridge was $2.2 million.

These are just a few of Oahu’s finest neighborhoods. Whether you prefer sandy beaches, world-class golf courses, breathtaking views or feeling at one with nature, we will help you find the ideal property to fulfill your desires.

 

Luxury Properties on Oahu