Information About Living in Lihue

The largest city on the island of Kauai, Lihue serves as the main transportation hub for the island. Nawiliwili Bay serves as the main seaport for the island and receives cargo and cruise ships daily. The Lihue Airport also receives service from various airlines with flights to the neighbor islands as well as the U.S. Mainland through Los Angeles, Phoenix, San Francisco, and Seattle. With a population of just over 6,000 residents, Lihue is also home to the island’s largest shopping mall, the Kukui Grove Center that includes big-box retailers like Macys, Kmart, Costco, Home Depot, and Wal-Mart. An exceptional selection of car dealerships and restaurants also lines the streets of downtown Lihue.

Residents of Lihue real estate homes or condominiums for sale in Lihue appreciate the convenience of living in a populated area while having secluded getaways spots just moments away. Lihue also hosts the annual The Kauai Music Festival, Kauai Mokihana Festival, and Malama Ola Festival in town. Lihue features a recently installed narrow gauge tourist railroad with vintage diesel locomotives as well as horse-drawn carriage tours around the area. One of the favorite destinations in the area is the beautiful Kalapaki Beach that is perfect for swimming and sunning. The nearby Kauai Lagoons create a wonderful backdrop for two Jack Nicklaus-designed 18-hole golf courses and provide 40 acres of freshwater lagoons and a wildlife sanctuary.

Other attractions in Lihue include the Grove Farm Homestead Museum, Huleia National Wildlife Refuge, Kaua'i Museum, Menehune (Alekoko) Fishpond, Ninini Beach, Niumalu Beach Park, and Niumalu Harbor. Lihue also serves as the island’s main educational hub with the University of Hawaii’s Kauai Community College providing the only on-island campus for higher education.

Lihue Real Estate Listings

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$3,200,000

3257 Kalapaki Cir , Lihue

Gorgeous home on the cliff overlooking Kalapaki Bay. Great location, centrally located in Lihue with resort amenities and ever changing views of the bay. This one has it ...

  • Beds 4
  • Baths 4.0
  • Bldg. KAHALEKAI

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$3,000,000

2914 Kalena St , Lihue

R-20 zoned multi-family development land entitled for 56 condo/apartment units situated on a bluff property in Lihue. Close to everything! Schools, shopping, restaurants,...

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$2,900,000 Decreased $390,000
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3225 Kalapaki Cir , Lihue

Kalapaki Circle is a unique residential/resort neighborhood associated with the Kauai Marriott Resort. Perched on the cliff above stunning Kalapaki Bay this 6 bedroom, 3...

  • Beds 6
  • Baths 5.01

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$2,599,000 Decreased $151,000
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2311 Hulemalu Rd , Lihue

This beautiful home overlooks Nawiliwili Harbor and Kalapaki Bay. The endless possibilities of oceanviews, ambiance, entertaining and pristine landscaping are just a fe...

  • Beds 3
  • Baths 3.01
  • Bldg. Ewa Estates

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$1,950,000

4370 Kukui Grove St , Lihue

The building enclosing The Kauai Athletic Center is for sale. Please note that this listing does not include the club itself. While built as an athletic center, this "ope...

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  • Bldg. KUKUI EXECUTIVE CENTER

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$1,500,000

4203 Malama St , Lihue

Zoned General Commercial (retail,industrial,office). Perfectly situated in Lihue and close to everything! Schools, shopping, restaurants, golf and government buildings.

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$1,350,000 Decreased $145,000
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2924 Mokoi St , Lihue

The best of both worlds...Two homes on over a half acre in the heart of Lihue. Conveniently located close to everything, yet tucked away in a quiet neighborhood with stun...

  • Beds 5
  • Baths 4.01

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$1,245,000

2232 Makaa St , Lihue

Every once in awhile a rare Beauty appears. All the ingredients of elegance and quality exist in this wonderful golf course home. The best materials and an incredible loc...

  • Beds 3
  • Baths 3.01

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$1,200,000

Niumalu , Lihue

This property is located across the street from Nawiliwili yacht harbor. Go down Niumalu valley dirt road almost to the end. The property is next to the last house on th...

  • Beds 5
  • Baths 2.01

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$1,199,000 Decreased $50,000
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3234 Unahe , Lihue

Ocean and mountain views!These two recently built, beautiful homes, with pride of ownership throughout are perfectly situated to catch Kauai's soothing trade winds.CPR po...

  • Beds 5
  • Baths 6.0
  • Bldg. Molokoa Subdivision 3

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