Penthouses

Dec. 21, 2025

Victoria Place Resale Gains: How Owners Saw 15% Appreciation in Just One Year

Victoria Place Resale Performance One Year Later

It has been just over a year since owners at Victoria Place in Ward Village received their keys, and the resale numbers are now in. Despite a slower overall condo market in Kakaako, Victoria Place has emerged as one of the strongest performers …

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Aug. 12, 2025

Will Waikiki Be Underwater in Our Lifetime? The Truth Behind the Headlines

Will Waikiki Be Under Water in Our Lifetime?

Is Waikiki going to be underwater? That's a fear I get asked a lot from people looking to buy a condo here in Waikiki. What I'm going to do is start out with the worst case scenario because today we …

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July 2, 2025

How Much Do Kakaako Condos Really Cost You Monthly?

If you’re eyeing a condo in Kakaako, Honolulu’s trendiest neighborhood, prepare yourself—not just for the sticker price, but for the monthly maintenance fees. In his latest market breakdown, David Buck from Harcourts Island Real Estate reveals the surprising costs hiding behind those ocean-view windows.

Currently, there are 355 condo listings …

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March 2, 2025

One Ala Moana: 10 Years Later — Did Investors Come Out Ahead?

Can you believe it’s been 10 years since One Ala Moana welcomed its first owners? This luxury condo development, perched atop Ala Moana Shopping Center, was one of Honolulu’s most talked-about projects when it launched. But now that a decade has passed, it’s time to look back and ask: Was …

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Jan. 29, 2025

The Real Cost of Owning a Condo on Oahu: Understanding Maintenance Fees

Thinking of buying a condo in Oahu? 🌺🏝️

Before you dive into paradise living, it’s crucial to understand the hidden costs -especially maintenance fees. These fees, also known as "strata fees" in Canada and Australia, can vary significantly depending on the building, amenities, and location. In some cases, they can …

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Oct. 31, 2024

Wolverine Showcasing 5 Oahu Properties for Halloween

Hey Bub, it's Logan here, the Wolverine. Well, it's another Halloween and we're going to talk about some great property listed by Harcourts Island Real Estate in Hawaii. I'm starting to miss that warm weather. It's been about 7 years since I've been back …

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June 30, 2024

Gold Coast Walking Tour of Diamond Head Condos

Aloha! This is David Buck and today we're going to take you on a walking tour of the Gold Coast. It's something I've done countless times with my clients here at the very end of Kalakaua Ave. at Diamond Head. What we have behind me is Sans …

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March 16, 2024

One Ala Moana Penthouse - $10 Million Price Drop

A little over a month ago, we noticed a $10 million price drop for a penthouse condo at One Ala Moana.

History of One Ala Moana

For those of you that don’t know, One Ala Moana is a high end luxury condo on the back side of Ala Moana shopping …

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Jan. 9, 2024

Highest Oahu Home Sales of 2023

Can you guess which neighborhoods or areas saw the largest residential sales on Oahu in 2023? 

Highest Oahu Sales

The largest home sale on Oahu took place on Kahala Avenue. It was an oceanfront estate for $15 million. 

4505 Kahala Ave

4505 Kahala Ave. Sold for $15 Million

However it was …

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Sept. 21, 2023

7 Ritz Carlton Penthouses for Sale

If you're in the market for a Penthouse at the Ritz Carlton Waikiki, now could be a great time to be in the market as there's 7 to chose from. Prices range from just under $6 million to over $16 million. Two are resales in Tower 1, while …

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