Tenth in a series The design concept of the developer of Koolani was to create a luxury highrise, in-town, condominium residence incorporating the recreation options, amenities, and conveniences that attract buyers to Hawaii’s resort/residential communities. Location of such a project was also a consideration. The developer, Miami-based Crescent Heights, selected a 3.54-acre site within walking […]

By Lisa Lee For many people, a condominium is the first home that they own. It becomes a springboard that builds equity and enables them to move into something larger, like a single-family home. If you’ve never bought a home before, doing smart research with the help of your REALTOR will ensure your first condo […]

Construction continues at The Residence at Makiki, a midrise condominium at 1310 Pensacola St. that was originally introduced as Pensacola Chelsea in 2007. Despite brisk sales when units were first offered, the project stalled with permits, but is now moving toward completion in the summer of 2016. A development of a limited partnership that includes […]

Distinctive Homes Hawaii has acquired six undeveloped oceanfront lots in Makaha and announced a new marketing plan for the properties. Principal Broker Patrick O’Neill said all six lots, which are fee simple, can be purchased together or in packages of three. “The price for all six lots, which total 45,035 square feet, is $2,780,000, putting […]

Eighth in a series Koloa-Poipu is a unique dual neighborhood consisting of a historic town and resort destination that together occupy approximately 2.8 square miles of the southwestern corner of Kauai. The site of Hawaii’s fi rst commercial sugar plantation, Koloa retains remnants of the mill and restored buildings that add a sense of history […]