EAST HONOLULU

February 2026 Market Update
Single Family Residence 

*Neighborhoods Monitored: Portlock, Paiko Lagoon, Wailupe Area, Niu Beach, Hawaii Loa Ridge, Hawaii Kai, Waialae Iki, and Aina Haina.

MYTH: Inventory is abundant. 

FACT: East Honolulu currently has a 3.26 months supply of inventory, indicating a tighter market. 

WHAT THIS MEANS: Buyers and sellers must coordinate timing efficiently as limited inventory can impact both finding a new home and selling your current property. 

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MYTH: Prices are dropping steadily. 

FACT: The median sold price rose to $1,980,000, a 26% increase from last month. 

WHAT THIS MEANS: Sellers can capitalize on rising prices, while buyers should be prepared for potentially higher offers to secure a property. 

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MYTH: Homes linger on the market. 

FACT: Median days in RPR for sold listings dropped to 25 days, a 63% decrease from the previous month. 

WHAT THIS MEANS: A swift market requires agility in both purchasing and selling strategies to ensure timely transactions. 

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MYTH: New listings are rare. 

FACT: East Honolulu saw 48 new listings with a median list price of $1,987,500, reflecting an 8% increase in new inventory. 

WHAT THIS MEANS: While new opportunities are emerging, the market remains competitive, urging buyers and sellers to act decisively. 

Local Point of Interest: Enjoy scenic hikes at Koko Head Crater and tranquil beach days at Hanauma Bay, both local gems adding to the unique appeal of East Honolulu. 

Positioning Forward: With a dynamic market influenced by limited inventory and swift turnover, those buying and selling simultaneously in East Honolulu should strategically plan to leverage rising prices and efficient timing in transactions. 

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