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What Does a $395,000 Condo Really Cost Per Month on Oʻahu?
A $395,000 Oʻahu condo could have a total monthly housing cost of around $2,973 per month. Learn what to look beyond the list price.
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Oʻahu Real Estate Market Update: Strong Prices, Shifting Demand
Oʻahu’s August 2026 market showed strong single-family pricing and softer condo demand as buyer caution and inventory differed by property type.
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April Oahu Market Update
Read Team Wong Hawai'i’s April 2026 O'ahu real estate market update covering single-family home and condo trends, median prices, inventory conditions, buyer demand, and what today’s housing market means for buyers and sellers across Honolulu and O'ahu.
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March Oahu Market Update
Oahu’s real estate market is shifting into a more selective phase. See the latest trends in single-family homes vs condos, pricing, buyer demand, and what it means for buyers and sellers right now.
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February Oahu Market Update
The February 2026 O'ahu real estate market update shows strong single-family demand with a median price of $1,205,000 and fast 17-day sales, while condos remain more balanced with 56 days on market and more inventory.
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January Oahu Market Update
O'ahu’s 2026 market began steady and balanced: single-family homes stayed competitive with tight 2.8 months of supply, while condos offered more flexibility with 6.0 months of supply. See this month’s key pricing, inventory, and demand trends for buyers and sellers.
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Oahu Real Estate Market Summary: 2025 in Review & Looking Ahead
Oahu Real Estate Market Update – 2025 in Review Quick Take: What Happened This Month Oʻahu’s housing market finished 2025 in a more balanced, predict…
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7161 Waioli Place, Hawaii Kai: Spacious 6-Bedroom Renovated Home in Mariner’s Valley for $1,925,000
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Walkability, Commute, and Lifestyle: How to Choose Your First Neighborhood on O‘ahu
Actionable guidance for serious buyers evaluating neighborhoods, financing, competing in tight inventory, VA and first-time buyer programs, and comparing types of homes common in Hawai‘i
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Condo vs. Townhome vs. Single-Family: What Makes the Most Sense for Your First Home?
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Rent vs. Buy in Hawai‘i: A Straightforward Guide for First-Time Buyers in Their 20s and 30s
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Is It Still Worth Buying Your First Home with Today’s Interest Rates?
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How to Buy Your First Home with Student Loans or Other Debt
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