Kailua Complete Streets Program - Get Involved!

​KAILUA COMPLETE STREETS PROGRAM

What are Complete Streets?

Complete Streets are part of a transportation and design approach that aims to create a comprehensive, integrated network of streets that are safe and convenient for all people. Kailua’s Complete Streets solutions are designed to accommodate people traveling by foot, bicycle, transit, or automobile, and of all ages and abilities.  Complete Streets principles move away from streets designed with a singular focus on automobiles toward a design approach that is context-sensitive, multimodal, and integrated with the community’s vision and sense of place. 

Complete streets in Kailua support healthy and sustainable communities through promoting physical activity, reducing vehicle emissions, increasing pedestrian and bicycle safety, and beautifying neighborhoods. The end result is a transportation network that provides safe travel, promotes public health, and creates stronger and more livable communities.

How Can You Get Involve in Complete Streets in Kailua?

Engineers and Planners will be available to discuss the

project with you.

Thursday, April 5 - Pop-up, Kailua Town Center, nearl Pier 1, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Wednesday, April 11 - Walking Tour, Kailua District Park, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Wednesday, April 11 - Community Meeting, Kailua District Park, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

If you have questions or require special accommodations to attend the Kailua community meeting, please contact Joanne Hiramatsu at jhiramatsu@gchdesign.com, or call (808) 846-3309 at least three (3) days prior to meeting.

Hawaii Life | Fresh Local Fish on Oahu by Local I'a

You may think it is easy to get good fresh fish on Oahu. After all, we live on an island, surrounded by the ocean for thousands of miles in every direction with, presumably, plenty of fish. However, it seems that most local grocery stores do not get great fish and often, the fish there is not local. We’ve been really disappointed at the fish available at our local grocery stores. Most of the best local fish is sold directly to restaurants by the fisherman at auction. 

So what is a fish lover to do when the “best” fish readily available on Oahu is found at Costco and imported from the mainland? Try Local I’a.  Friends just turned me on to this great source for fresh local fresh on Oahu. And it’s awesome!

What is Local ‘Ia?

Local I‘a is distribution and subscription based seafood business. They source local, in-season seafood that is caught through pono fishing practices and distributed directly to chefs and consumers. Local I’a was established to increase the awareness of where seafood comes from, highlight our hard working pono fishers, and provide healthy local seafood.

How & How Much is Local ‘Ia?

▪︎ Choose a pickup site that is close to your home or work
▪︎ Choose a subscription, minimum of 4 weeks (can be non-consecutive) 

          1. Kau Share: 4-5 servings, or 1.5 to 2 lbs. of seafood $25
          2. ʻOhana Share: 8-9 servings, 3-4 lbs. of seafood $45

▪︎ Go to your pickup site at the designated time
▪︎ Enjoy fresh, local, pono seafood!

Where is Local ‘Ia?

Pickups are currently at Kaimuki Superette, Kokua Market, Morning Brew in Kailua, Madre Chocolate (downtown location), and Punahou School (faculty and staff only). Possible Northshore and Waimanalo locations coming soon!

Check out their website at http://localiahawaii.com for more information, and even some yummy sounding fish Recipes. Enjoy!

Oahu Real Estate | Most Expensive Luxury Neighborhoods on Oahu - Top 15

The Top 15 most expensive neighborhoods on Oahu, Hawaii for 2017 single-family homes are island-wide, spanning Honolulu, Kailua, and the North Shore. Luxury homes on Oahu can be found mostly around the perimeter of Oahu, where there are beaches. Luxury homes on Oahu can also be found where there are great ocean views or mountain views. There are many luxury homes on Oahu and many expensive neighborhoods on Oahu, because beaches and views are not in short supply here! Some of Hawaii’s best homes are on Oahu, though stunning Hawaii luxury real estate can be found on all of the Hawaiian islands.

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Oahu Real Estate | Seller's Disclosures & Buyer's Due Diligence in Hawaii (Part 1)

Issues involving seller’s disclosures and buyers due diligence come up every day in Oahu Hawaii Real Estate. These matters are of utmost importance and are some of the primary issues that commonly make or break an Oahu real estate transaction. But what are the obligations and requirements for Seller’s disclosures and Buyer’s due diligence regarding the sale of real estate in Hawaii? I will discuss each separately, starting with Seller’s Disclosures in Part 1.

Seller’s Real Property Disclosures

In any residential real estate transaction, a Seller is required to make disclosures of “any fact, defect, or condition, past or present, that would be expected to measurably affect the value to a reasonable person of the residential real property being offered for sale.“ (Emphasis added. HRS Section 508D-1.)

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Kailua Real Estate | Olomana Pool Home with Flexible Floor Plan

SOLD - KAILUA HOME FOR SALE!

551 Uluhaku Street in Olomana
Kailua Real Estate on Oahu
Listed at: $1,050,000 FS by Yvonne Jaramillo Ahearn, RB-20262
Sold: $1,085,000    

This charming 4/2 Kailua home for sale in popular Olomana has the potential for two separate living spaces, as well as a swimming pool! 

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Homes for Sale Near the Waialae Golf Course in Kahala (Home of the Sony Open)

Luxury Real Estate for Sale Near the Waialae Golf Course in Honolulu

There are several neighborhoods of luxury homes for sale near the Waialae Golf Course which you may like to see, when in town for the Sony Open. Some of these Honolulu luxury real estate neighborhoods are Kahala, Diamond Head, Black Point, and of course, the Wailalae Golf Course area. This is a great Honolulu real estate area and there are many homes for sale here. There is the Kahala Mall nearby, with lots of shopping and dining, including a Whole Foods market. This area is just a short drive to any private schools and there are many good public schools in the area. Kahala Beach is nearby, as well as the Kahala Hotel. Other beaches are also nearby. It is an easy commute to Waikiki and downtown Honolulu. The Neighborhood where the Waialae Golf Course entrance is located is called Kahala. But many golf course homes are in the Waialae Golf Course neighborhood itself. These are the luxury real estate currently for sale in these Honolulu luxury home neighborhoods near the Waialae Golf Course, home of the Sony Open.

WAIALAE GOLF COURSE 

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SONY OPEN IN HAWAII - Oahu PGA Golf Tournament

The Sony Open in Hawaii is here again!

One of the most popular golf tournaments to occur annually on Oahu, the Sony Open, starts this coming week, January 11-14. Held at the Waialae Country Club in Kahala, every year, the Hawaii Sony Open PGA Golf Tournament is one to not miss. Tee times can be found on the Sony Open Website

The Sony Open in Honolulu, Hawaii is a professional golf tournament on the PGA Tour.  Currently, the Open is held in mid-January, following the Tournament of Champions on Maui. The front and back nines of Waialae are switched for the PGA Tour event, finishing at the dogleg ninth hole. The tournament is currently organized by Friends of Hawaii Charities.  In addition to the usual PGA Tour eligibility criteria, the Sony Open may invite up to three professional golfers from emerging markets.

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Honolulu Homes | Remodeled Diamond Head Condo at Pualei Circle

Diamond Head Terrace #33 Honolulu, HI 96815

Diamond Head Honolulu Real Estate on Oahu
SOLD FULL-PRICE: $469,000 FS by Yvonne Jaramillo Ahearn, RB-20262     

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This smashing 1BR/1BA/1PK pied-a-terre in Diamond Head’s favorite area of vintage walk-up apartments, Pualei Circle, has just been listed and probably won’t last long.

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Oahu Real Estate | Is Your Oahu Home Hurricane Safe?

HURRICANE SAFETY FOR OAHU HOMES

Oahu hurricane safety is at top of mind now, especially as we are in the midst of hurricane season, here, in Hawaii, and given the hurricane disasters we are witnessing in Houston, Florida, and the rest of the Southeast mainland. Today is also exactly 25 years from the date that Hurricane Iniki devasted the island of Kauai.

It is not as scary as it sounds: “only three hurricanes have made landfall in the past 60 years: Hurricane Iniki (1992), Hurricane Iwa (1982), and Hurricane Dot (1959).  Recently, Tropical Storm Iselle (2014) did make landfall on the Big Island, but had been downgraded to a tropical storm before impacting,” This storm was still very costly, in terms of damage and despair to Hawaii residents. “Hurricane Iniki (a Category 4 hurricane) has remained to date the largest hurricane and natural disaster that has struck the Hawaiian Islands.”* 

Hurricanes are typically a risk during the hurricane season - June 1 until November 30 - and more so in El Nino years. However, in Hawaii, we normally experience storms of lesser degrees —- tropical storms and tropical depressions —- not hurricanes, where the wind strength increases substantially. A very serious hurricane is still possible, without much warning, so hurricane safety on Oahu and tropical storm safety, in general, should always be taken seriously.

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All information on this site is believed to be reliable but is expressly not guaranteed. Blog Posts by various authors are the opinions of the author only and do not necessarily reflect the position of Home Shoppe Hawaii or other contributors. This blog does not give legal or tax advice and readers are encouraged to check with licensed professionals for advice on any specific topic and to verify any information herein. Questions? Please contact Yvonne Jaramillo Ahearn at 808-721-8088.  

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Honolulu Real Estate | Hawaii Loa Ridge View Home in The Pointe

613 Moaniala Street Honolulu, HI 96821

Hawaii Loa Ridge Honolulu Real Estate on Oahu
Listed at: $2,650,000 FS by Yvonne Jaramillo Ahearn, RB-20262
www.hawaiiloaridgehome.com.      

UPCOMING OPEN HOUSE

Please call 808-721-8088 for access information.

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Kailua Real Estate | Lanikai Beach House with Detached Cottage

The Perfect Lanikai Beach House …

Make memories you’ll treasure in this Kama’aina-style Lanikai Beach House in Kailua, Oahu. On an enormous lot, just a few houses down from Haokea Drive’s sandy beach access, this 4/5 beach home provides plenty of room for family and friends.

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Oahu Real Estate | Laie Oahu Beach House at Bathtub Beach

55-321C Kamehameha Hwy Laie, HI

North Shore Oahu Real Estate
SOLD: $1,125,000 FS by Yvonne Jaramillo Ahearn, RB-20262

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North Shore Beach House at Bathtub Beach …

Drift off to sleep with the soothing sound of waves, watch the sun rise over the ocean, & live the Oahu, Hawaii beach house lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of. Oahu real estate like this is hard to find, with most beachfront homes and waterfront homes on Oahu far-exceeding this price point.

Down a semi-private flag lane, this oceanfront property on Oahu is a waterfront retreat at Bathtub Beach … a soft sandy beach, right next door, depending upon the tide and season.  Bathtub Beach is a unique shallow sandy pool area, perfect for sunning and swimming. Your Oahu real estate fronting this special spot is a bonus!

Keiki go crabbing & play in a calm lagoon. It’s like having a huge, infinity edge, saltwater swimming pool in your backyard!  Further out are reefs for snorkeling & surf breaks. You may even see our favorite visitor, the Hawaiian Monk seal. 

Unlike most Oahu real estate in this area, this Oahu beach house is set back on the lot, so there’s a large, grassy lawn for play. 

There’s also a large, protected, covered lanai for indoor-outdoor living & a warm outdoor shower to rinse-off. 

The kitchen has attractive concrete counters & a dishwasher, along with the standard appliances.

Wood accents, vaulted ceilings, and a skylight add style to this contemporary Oahu beach house.

One bedroom (of two) in this Hawaii beach home has an en-suite bathroom with tub.

There’s another good sized bedroom next door, and a second bathroom in the hallway.

This North Shore beach house is perfect for a weekend getaway or full-time residence.

Shopping & dining are nearby in Laie & Kahuku. Convenient also to BYU Hawaii, Polynesian Cultural Center, Laie Hawaii LDS Temple, and the Turtle Bay Resort & Golf Course.

Make your dreams of relaxed beach living come true in this North Shore Oahu beach home!

Staging by Yvonne Ahearn (B) & Ana Kuna (B). Video & Photos by Slick Pixels Real Estate Photography.

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Oahu Real Estate | Lanikai Beach Homes for Sale

Aloha ~ I realized that I haven’t written lately about what is going on in my own backyard.

Lanikai!

There are a lot of gorgeous Lanikai homes for sale right now, at various price ranges. There are grand Lanikai beach homes that could be called even mansions. There are also Lanikai Beach homes that are more like beach cottages. One of the great things about Lanikai homes for sale is that there is a lot of variety.

Lanikai recently had the most expensive sale on the island of Oahu.  This was not a Lanikai Beach home, but rather, was a hillside Lanikai home with the MOST extraordiary views. The home did have its own beach, but that was down a large hill. Lanikai real estate is still in high demand, as it is one of the most beautiful locations in all of Oahu. Whether you choose a beachfront home or waterfront home in Lanikai, of a Lanikai view home, you will be pleased, as all homes in Lankai are not too far from the white sandy beach and turquoise waters we all lovel

HERE ARE THE HOMES FOR SALE IN LANIKAI NOW - especially check out 142 Haokea Drive - “The Perfect Lanikai Beach Home”

Follow Your Path to Paradise ...

This one leads to Lanikai Beach in Kailua :)

Kailua real estate is hotter than ever. Contact Home Shoppe Hawaii to learn what’s available now in Lanikai, Kailua.

~ Aloha

Kaneohe Real Estate | Charming Waikalua Cottage - Video!

Kaneohe Real Estate | Well-Kept Waikalua Cottage, Steps to the Ocean

Home Shoppe Hawaii’s newest listing is this charming 3/2 Oahu beach cottage, just a few houses from Kaneohe Bay! Priced at $750,000 FS, this a is great value and on the affordable side of Windward Oahu real estate! This Kaneohe home for sale is in central Kaneohe, in the Waikalua area, near Kaneohe Beach Park. It is conveniently located, near shopping, schools, and major freeways.

This Kaneohe home is truly special. Not only do you have an ocean view from your dining area, but you have stunning mountain views from the back sunroom, all on a good sized lot of 5,575 sq ft. This home features maple laminate flooring throughout, and new paint inside and out. 

 Lush greenery surrounds the home, but the yard is still a blank canvas, for your special touches.

The living room, dining area and kitchen are spacious and well-laid out. All rooms have newer vinyl windows, which let in lots of natural light and capture the gentle ocean breezes. Many of the windows also have blinds.

The kitchen features solid surface countertops and lots charming original cabinetry, a cooktop, and wall oven.

There are three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, not counting the huge sunroom.

The hall bath is still in original condition, but is good-sized, with a tiled stall shower, and has fresh paint.

Enclosed lanai/sunroom is off the back two bedrooms, shown below. Each bedroom has a slider to the sunroom.

The second bathroom is spacious and fully tiled. There’s plenty of room to add a bathtub or other amenities, if you wish.

The sunroom and second bathrom were later additions to this 1959 Kaneohe home. I am told that the sunroom was originally built to be a lanai, but was instead enclosed. There are no permits found for the sunroom and large second bathroom. 

The sunroom has a separate entrance and small patio to the back yard. There are many interesting possibiities with this space and layout.

Behind the carport and adjacent to the kitchen area is a large covered laundry and work area. The 1-car carport also has a lockable storage shed.

To schedule a private viewing of this adorable Kaneohe home for sale, please call listor, Yvonne Jaramillo Ahearn (B) at 808-721-8088 or come to our Open House on Sunday 4/2/17 from 2-5pm.

~ Aloha

Ka Malanai - New Condos in Kailua - Buildings 7 and 8

Today, I visited Ka Malanai with a client who put down a deposit for a new condomimum home in Kailua. Yay! Home Shoppe Hawaii is proud to say we have assisted many buyers with their purchase in this new Kailua condominium development. Ka Malanai is the first new condo building in Kailua in over 20 years. Ka Malanai is also on the VA list (VA financing is approved). The floor plans of these new Kailua condominiums are great and there are 1, 2 and 3 bedroom models from which to choose. The prices for 1 BR at Ka Malanai start in the low 600’s. 3 BR are in the upper 800 and 900’s, which is less than the median price of a single-family home in Kailua.

All Ka Malanai units feature beautiful finishes and upgrades, central air conditioning, and are single-level, with elevators in each building. No other Kailua condominium offers these features. 2 and 3 BR units also offer two deeded parking spaces. Kitchens and bathrooms are spacious and beautiful. The hallways are wide. These new Kailua condos feel more like a single-family home than a condominium. The Kailua location also cannot be beat, just a short distance from Kailua Beach and in the center of Kailua Town. They are over 75% owner-occupied, but also make a great investment.

3 BR - Living Room, Floor Plan B

Buildings 1-6 have completely sold out. There are very occasional resales in these buildings. Building 7 was released in November 2016 and Building 8 was released early this month. They are currently under construction, to be finished in July or August 2017. There is still some time to choose your own finishes. With sales of only a few months, out of these 60 new Ka Malanai units (buildings 7 and 8), only 20 remain. Hurry and act quickly, if you are interested in Ka Malanai, because these are going fast. There are still a few of each floor plan available, as of this writing.

Home Shoppe Hawaii represents BUYERS of Ka Malanai condominiums in Kailua, which is still being sold by DR Horton, the developer. The developer has on-site sales people to help you, but you will not be represented, as a client, if you go there without an agent. If you would like exclusive agent representation for this important transaction, please call Home Shoppe Hawaii LLC, Prinicipal Broker, Yvonne Ahearn at 808-721-8088. We can give you more information about which units are available, the prices, and take you on a tour of the property. ~ Aloha

Enjoy Kailua Beach, less than a mile away.

Honolulu Real Estate | Vintage Gem with Rental Opportunity in Kaimuki

Honolulu Real Estate - 1009 2d Ave in Kaimuki
$1,298,000 FS
FIRST PUBLIC OPEN: SUNDAY 11/6, 2-5pm

With Honolulu real estate at such high prices, who wouldn’t love to have help paying the mortgage? With this remodeled 5BR/5BA Kaimuki home, you have a great opportunity for either multi-generational living or tenant income.

This Honolulu home for sale can stand as one large single-family residence, or may be used in two or three different areas, as needed, offering flexibility. Current rent for the upstairs 2/2 with wet bar is $2875 (incl. utilities - one electric meter), though this is no guarantee of future rent. The entire downstairs is currently vacant and ready to move-in.

This original, vintage Honolulu home for sale has been renovated top to bottom with new electrical, plumbing, bathrooms, flooring, and roof and in 2014. And at this time, a new addition was completed with more than 1600 additional square feet. Designed in a tasteful manner, the home retains its original Kaimuki charm, but provides ample multi-generational living space. All 5 bedrooms in this home have ceiling fans and split AC units for comfort. There are 5 off-street parking spots.

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The front of the home features a charming front porch, high ceilings and 1934 cottage detail, such a beadboard celings, crown molding, and wainscoting/chair rail detail. The original double-hung windows are still functional too, and add to the charm! Existing wood laminate flooring is over original wood floor, which could be refurbished.

This vintage Kaimuki home in Honolulu has a full kitchen here, in front, with gas stove and original, vintage stainless steel counter. Some of the original vintage cabinetry is also intact with beautiful glass knobs.

At the end of the kitchen area is a small storage area that leads to the laundry and lanai.

The vintage portion of this Kaimuki cottage for sale also has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, in addition to the living area and full kitchen, shown above. 

Bedroom 1 has en-suite bathroom and door to front porch.

Bedroom 1 has its own Bath.

The above bedroom suite may also be accessed from the front porch by a separate entrance.

There is also a second bedroom and second full bathroom off the same hall area.

Bedroom #2

Hall Bath

The NEW Addition! The back portion of the home, including the upstairs, was newly constructed in 2014 and is over 1600 square feet of living space. The downstairs - connected from the kitchen area - features a giant family room with a snack area, and a bedroom and full bathroom. The family room also accesses the large lanai by sliding door.

There is also an interior staircase, in the family room, leading to the top floor which has a 2BR/2BA with wet bar area. This upstairs area also has an outdoor entrance from the front side of the house, is currently tenant-occupied, and is not shown in these photos. It has its own separate laundry area and small zen yard space, also not shown. Finishes on the upstairs unit include carbonized stranded bamboo hardwood floors and granite and ceramic tile in the bathrooms. Bedrooms have AC and there is a view deck from the living space.

A back lanai from the family room provides a great space for eating or relaxation. The trex-style decking provides durability and easy care. The entire property is also fenced and has privacy gates between front and back. Shown above is the lanai for the upstairs area.

Lanai off the family room


More lanai and downstairs laundry area below.

This property is located on the border of Kaimuki and Kapahulu and is close to both shopping and dining areas, such as Kapahulu Safeway and Leonard’s Bakery for malasadas! There is also easy access to the freeway and beaches. If you have questions about this great property, please call Listing Broker, Yvonne Jaramillo Ahearn (PB) at 808-721-8088.

~Aloha 

Staging by Home Shoppe Hawaii LLC, Photos by Tron Van Tran, Hawaii Real Estate Photography. 

Honolulu Real Estate | Kapahulu Multi-Family Home, New Construction!

Honolulu Real Estate in Kapahulu - 3148 Hayden Street, Honolulu 96815
Listed at $1,850,000 FS

It’s difficult to find tastefully built, new construction Honolulu Real Estate in popular beachside areas such as Kapahulu. This Honolulu home for sale is quite unique, as it affords a great Oahu location in Kapahulu, Honolulu, near both Kapahulu and Monsarrat shopping/dining/business districts, as well as a just a short distance to Kapiolani Park, Waikiki Shell, Diamond Head State Park, the Zoo, the Aquarium, and Waikiki Beach.

It is also large enough to accomodate extended family or possibly tenants, for rental income. This home has a very flexible configuration.

This Kapahulu Oahu home has 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, along with a family room and rumpus room with a wet bar. When all areas of this home have been rented, with long term rentals, income has approached $10,000 a month. This lovely Honolulu home can be configured to work with many living situations, and could even work as a care home. Check out the floor plan below.

 This Kapahulu home was built new, from the ground-up, in 2014, and has great features such as a 20-panel owned PV system, gas appliances, cement-fiber siding, and a low maintenance yard. The design of the house is non-obtrusive and fits with the older cottage style homes in the area. 

There is high quality, durable wood laminate flooring throughout. Upstairs portions of the home have city light and Diamond Head views. And did I mention, this is a fantastic location?

All living areas have ceiling fans and there is split air in the front portion of the home. Kitchen and bath counters are all quartz and these areas feature wood cabinetry and stainless steel finish/gas appliances. The area shown in these photos is the upstairs Rumpus Room.

All windows have plantation style blinds. This Kapahulu home also features recessed lighting and wide hallways. Bathrooms are spacious and use beautiful finishes, such as quartz counters and marble tile tub surrounds.

This is truly a home which must be seen to fully appreciate the value. All areas except the Rumpus Room areas, shown in these photos, are currently tenant occupied, so require 48 hours notice to show.

Please call Listing Broker, Yvonne Jaramillo Ahearn (PB), at 808-721-8088, with questions or for a private showing. 

~ Aloha

Staging by Home Shoppe Hawaii LLC, Photos by Tron Van Tran, Hawaii Real Estate Photography.

Ewa Beach Real Estate | Affordable Cottage in Ewa Villages

OAHU REAL ESTATE - JUST LISTED IN EWA BEACH! $450,000 FS - SALE PENDING!

91-1668 Elemakule Place Ewa Beach  - FIRST OPEN Sunday October 16, 2016 2-5pm
2 BR - 2 BA - 919 sq ft, 3,569 sq ft lot. 

This adorable and affordable Ewa Beach cottage is not to be missed! Located in historic Ewa Villages, this is a newer construction home (built in 1996) but follows the same charming design standards. This Ewa Beach home has a fenced yard with many flowering plants.

 This home is in a small cul-de-sac and is very near several large parks. Shopping, schools, and many golf courses are also nearby. Ewa Beach Park is a 5 mile drive.  Koolina beaches and resorts are 8 miles away. 

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