Author Archives: Sara R. Layne Pedro
Hawaii Island Real Estate Market Update: October 2020
READ THE MARKET REPORT HERE As we head into the fall season, the market continues to move at an incredibly fast pace, just like it did in August. When compared to August, single family homes continued to increase in number of sales but decreased slightly in days on the market and for median sales price.... Read More
Oahu Real Estate Market Report: October 2020
READ THE MARKET REPORT HERE New records were set last month in the Oahu single-family home market. For median sales price, there is a new record high of $880,000. Last month, the median sales price was $839,000. There is also a new record for average days on the market, with single family homes staying on... Read More
Hawai’i Island Events: October 2020
Typically in October, the Big Island’s tourist season is just beginning to ramp up starting with the influx of visitors for the Ironman World Championship. This year, things are different and October will be a very unique month. An October, where Ali’I Drive is not bustling with triathletes or we aren’t celebrating the Fall Season... Read More
Neighborhood Video Digest: Hali’i Kai
Hali’I Kai is a gated oceanfront condominium community with 24 buildings spread out over 17 acres in Waikoloa on the Kohala Coast. Outside of the resort, residents and visitors enjoy the two golf courses, two premier shopping centers, some of the best restaurants on the Kohala Coast, a luxury cinema, and stunning beach access at... Read More
Neighborhood Video Digest: The Pines at Kailua-Kona
The Pines neighborhood consists of free standing, single-story condominiums located in Kailua-Kona, just a short distance from town. The neighborhood is well-maintained, and the condos give residents the benefits of living in a single-story home, like privacy and space, in addition to the benefits of condo living. 2020 Median Sales Price: $498,000 2020 Median HOA... Read More
Neighborhood Video Digest: Kona Vistas
Kona Vistas is an upscale subdivision located just minutes from the heart of Kailua-Kona. There are over 200 homes and lots in Kona Vistas, many of which offer stunning ocean and sunset views because of the neighborhood’s location on the slopes of Hualalai Mountain at about 600 feet in elevation. In addition to Kona Vista’s... Read More
Oahu Real Estate Market Report: September 2020
READ THE MARKET REPORT HERE Even amidst a pandemic, home prices on Oahu continue to rise. The most notable statistic this month is the new record high for single family homes, which rose 6.2% since last year at this time to $839,000. The limited inventory and historically low interest rates are creating steep competition for... Read More
Neighborhood Video Digest: Hualalai Colony
Hualalai Colony is a gated community situated on the hillsides of the Kona Coast. The neighborhood boasts custom single-family homes, and at an elevation of 600 feet offers a cool mountain breeze and stunning ocean views. Residents enjoy a short drive to Kailua-Kona town’s shopping, beaches, and restaurants. 2020 Median Sales Price: $1,060,000 2020 Median... Read More
Agent Spotlight: Micah Markley
Growing up, everything was a competition to Micah. Any kind of sport, board game, video game, academics, you name it, he did it and always wanted to win. In high school he excelled in every sport he played, and went on to play collegiate football at Wheaton College in Chicago. Through his experience as a... Read More
Oahu Real Estate Market Report: August 2020
Confidence is returning to the Hawaii Real Estate Industry for both buyers and sellers. Record low interest rates and people returning to work are driving demand and pushing buyers back into the market which is in turn pushing sellers to put their properties on the market. While sales are still below what they were at... Read More