Information About Living in Honolulu

In the Hawaiian language, Honolulu means "sheltered bay" or "place of shelter." Lying on the southern shores of Oahu and recognized by the distinctive shape of Diamond Head, Honolulu is home to 372,000 residents. As the state capitol, Honolulu is the center of commercial and social activities in the state. Most of the city’s industrial areas are located on the flat coastal plain while residential neighborhoods are placed on the numerous ridges and valleys of the Koolau Mountain Range. Although some communities lie in the flats of the valleys and some along the ridges, each community has its own distinct flair. Residents of Honolulu real estate homes or condominiums for sale are attracted to the city’s convenient location, fusion of cultures, and variety of activities and things to do.

Honolulu’s diversity of neighborhoods includes Downtown, home of Aloha Tower and the First Hawaiian Center, The Arts District, Capitol District, location of Iolani Palace and Honolulu Hale, Kakaako, an up-and-coming industrial district including Ward Shopping Centre, Waikiki, world-famous tourism central, Manoa, home to the University of Hawaii, Makiki, Nuuanu, Punchbowl, Palolo, Kaimuki, home of a recent revival of Waialae Avenue shops and boutiques, Aina Haina, Hawaii Kai, location of upscale gated communities, Kalihi, and Palama. The Honolulu International Airport is the state’s main gateway and offers non-stop flights between the islands, to the U.S. Mainland, and internationally to Canada, Japan, Taiwan, the Philippines, Fiji, Australia, Korea, New Zealand, and China.

Some Honolulu area attractions include the Honolulu Academy of Arts, Hawaii State Art Museum, Contemporary Museum, Foster Botanical Garden, Liliuokalani Botanical Garden, Waikiki Aquarium, USS Arizona Memorial, Hanauma Bay, Iolani Palace, Honolulu Zoo, and Bishop Museum. Annual events like the Great Aloha Run, Honolulu Marathon, and Honolulu Triathalon attract visitors and residents from across the globe. Entertainment for residents can be found with the Honolulu Symphony, Hawaii Operate Theatre, Hawaii Theater, Neil Blaisdell Center, Waikiki Shell, and several live theater companies and movie theaters. The extensive interstate and highway system provides Honolulu’s drivers with convenient roadways while TheBus, named America’s best transit system in 1997 and 2001, provides extensive service throughout Honolulu and Oahu.

Honolulu Foreclosures

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$1,800,000

425 South St , Honolulu

This is a one of a kind opportunity to own a castle in the sky in Honolulu. Unforgettable 360 degree view of mountain to ocean once you arrive by private elevator. Unique...

  • Beds 2
  • Baths 2.0
  • Bldg. One Waterfront Tower

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$829,900 Decreased $10,000
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1112 Makaala St , Honolulu

Bank Owned. PRICE REDUCTION !!!! Well Maintained multi unit(4/2,4/2,2/1,0/1)with great rental potential(around $7,000).Property was recently remodeled. Great property for...

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$509,900

Ahihi , Honolulu

This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. Purchase this property for as little as 3% down! This property is approved for HomePath Renovation Mortgage Financing. This proper...

  • Beds 7
  • Baths 2.5

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$429,900 Decreased $19,100
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2907 Kamanaiki St , Honolulu

With more than 2,900 sq feet of living space, this large hillside home in Kahili Uka is perfect for large & multi-generational families. This diamond in the rough has cat...

  • Beds 4
  • Baths 3.0

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$419,000

1221 Victoria St , Honolulu

Enjoy the breathtaking views from this high floor unit. This HUGE 1600+ sq ft, 2 bdrm 2 bath 2 parking unit is conveniently located near shopping, park, museum, concert h...

  • Beds 2
  • Baths 2.0
  • Bldg. Admiral Thomas Apts

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$380,000

1303 Wanaka St , Honolulu

Gorgeous views! 3 BR/1 BA Home with 1 car caport. Please note that all contracts/offers are subject to One West Sr. Mgmt approval & any offers/counter offers by IndyMac a...

  • Beds 3
  • Baths 1.0

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$274,500

1910 Ala Moana Blvd , Honolulu

This property is to be placed in an upcoming auction. Pre-Auction bids should be submitted at auction.com (void where prohibited). All auction properties are subject to a...

  • Beds 2
  • Baths 2.0
  • Bldg. Canterbury Pl

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$179,900 Decreased $9,600
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Kamoku St , Honolulu

Aggressively priced 2 bdrm unit in desirable proj. Existing built ins are in avg. condition; Interior needs TLC. Very large lanai with panoramic city views.

  • Beds 2
  • Baths 2.0
  • Bldg. Royal Iolani

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$140,900 Decreased $7,000
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1911 Kalakaua Ave , Honolulu

One bedroom, one full bath condo on 6th floor. Maintenance fee includes all utilities. Waikiki at it's best. Close to shopping and bus lines. Bank of America prequal l...

  • Beds 1
  • Baths 1.0
  • Bldg. Kalakauan

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$110,000

1909 Ala Wai Blvd , Honolulu

Clean*High Floor*2 Bedroom*1 Bath*Versatile floorplan-one bedroom could be used as a den*Located at the entrance of Waikiki across from the Landmark Building*Lanai* Swimm...

  • Beds 2
  • Baths 1.0
  • Bldg. Royal Aloha

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