Black Point

July 9, 2025

Black Point's Real Estate Drought: Why Nothing Is for Sale in One of Oahu’s Most Exclusive Neighborhoods

What’s Going On in Black Point?
Black Point, a secluded and prestigious community nestled between Diamond Head and Kahala on Oahu’s southeastern shore, is making headlines for an unusual reason—there isn’t a single home for sale right now.

The “We Need Inventory” Spotlight
David Buck of Harcourts Island Real …

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April 24, 2025

Gated Communities in Honolulu: The Ultimate Guide to Oahu’s Most Exclusive Neighborhoods

Looking for the perfect blend of security, privacy, and luxury on the island of Oahu? Gated communities in Honolulu offer a lifestyle that combines exclusivity with island beauty — whether you’re dreaming of ocean views, lush mountain valleys, or beachside bliss.

In this blog, we’ll take you through some of …

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Feb. 4, 2025

Black Point, Diamond Head, and Kahala Tour: Exploring Honolulu’s Most Luxurious Homes

Aloha! 🌺 If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a luxury home in Honolulu, the neighborhoods of Black Point, Diamond Head, and Kahala are among the most prestigious addresses in Hawaii. With breathtaking oceanfront views, private gated communities, and multimillion-dollar estates, these areas represent the pinnacle of Oahu’s luxury real estate …

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Aug. 23, 2024

Statehood in Hawaii 65 Years Later

65 Years as the 50th State

I can't believe a week ago, August 16th, 2024 marked 65 years of Hawaii being the 50th State in the United States, which is officially called "Admissions Day". Here we are 65 years later and I thought it would be fun to talk …

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May 20, 2023

Waialae-Kahala Home Price up 116% in April

Can you believe that Waialae-Kahala home prices were up 116% last month? This is David Buck with Harcourts Island Real Estate here to give you the local market update for April of 2023. We're going to jump into Waialae-Kahala in a second, but first we're going to start …

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May 20, 2020

Some History of Waialae Kahala

Some History of Waialae-Kahala by Mark E. Buck, Realtor

Historic Kahala Home on Aukai built in 1939

Historic Home in Kahala (MLS # 202010716) Built in 1939

Waialae Kahala today encompasses what once was old Kahala, the makai area of Kahala Avenue up to Farmer’s Road and bordered by Kealaolu Ave, Hunakai Street, and Black Point.  The older …

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Posted in Black Point, Kahala, Luxury
Jan. 24, 2014

2013 Oahu Luxury Housing Market Recap

Luxury Home Sales in 2013

2013 witnessed the rebound of the luxury real estate market on Oahu. At the bottom of the market in 2009, the record home sale on Oahu was just $8,750,00. In 2012, the record sale was $10,950,000. This past year, 7 homes …

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Jan. 23, 2012

Black Point Home Sales in 2011

In 2011, there were only three homes that sold in Black Point, only one of which was in the gated community part*

  1. 4371 Kahala Ave. Sold for $2,250,000 on 9/29/2011
  2. 4080 Black Point Road Sold for $2,210,000 on 2/22/2011*
  3. 4291 Kahala Ave …
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May 12, 2011

Two New Ossipoff Listings For Sale in Honolulu

There are two new homes designed by Vladimir Ossipoff that hit the market this past week.

4329 Kaikoo Place Back on Market

1. This Ossipoff home in Diamond Head (MLS# 1105746) is listed for $4,495,000

Although this is a “new” listing, the home was last previously listed for half a million more at $4 …

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