Kailua is located 12 miles northeast of Honolulu-over Nu'uanu Pali, the tallest mountain peak in the Ko'olau mountain range. Kailua is a typical suburb bringing thousands home from their workplace in Honolulu. When you are driving out of the tunnel, a feeling overcomes you. It's the greenery, the serenity and the blueness of the ocean you see. Many small businesses and community organizations support this unique town with its beautiful, protected beaches, Kaiwainui Marsh, and Enchanted Lake. People who are attracted to Kailua are looking for that comfortable beach low key lifestyle. Kukilakila is a townhome that sits right on the Enchanted Lake in Kailua which gives a lovely serene setting to its residents. Not all the units have a lake view but the grounds offers this great feature. Th... 06/29/2012

Kailua Estates is located close to Kailua Town, as well as the famous Kailua Beach. The local elemetary, and intermediate schools are also right there for children to ride their bikes to. It is a highly regarded area for these various reasons, and is known to be an older clean and manicured neighborhood with larger lots. The houses are generally built from the 40's to the 70's, and the general price ranges it has been commanding is between 1 to 1.3 million. My client has been searching for that right home to retire in for approximately 2 years. Around 9 months ago, we learned of a property that was going to sell soon. We were afforded the opportunity to be given the address of the property so he could at least check out the street view of the property which didn't show much, but it had ... 06/22/2012

Kailua's Ultimate Beachfront Luxury at its finest!!!! This unbelievable property was just listed by Coldwell Pacific Properties for a mere $10,995,000. A fabulous, elite property for the rich & famous, or possibly a company retreat destination! It has 8 bedrooms, 8 1/2 baths sitting on almost 26,000 sf of land. The interior square footage offers a generous 6551 square feet with an additional 1489 sq feet. All furnishings included except the art displayed. Peter Vincent, a famous renowned architect designed this home in 2008. It has a large zero edge pool and a garden area with an expansive travertine deck. It offers 2 large master ocean view suites, a gourmet kitchen, a stunning dining room, theatre room, sauna, also a maids/guest quarters. What more is there to say? If you have the pot... 06/21/2012

Kailua, the largest community on the Windward side is Oahu's windsurfing capital, and Kailua Beach is one of the world's most beautiful shorelines. Slightly over 50,000 lucky people reside here. They enjoy the relaxed lifestyle in the mid-to-upper priced neighborhoods, with excellent restaurants, outdoor cafes, boutiques, parks, library, fine schools, medical centers, country clubs, and a town area full of personality and charm. In recent years Kailua has become a "secret" destination hot spot for many travelers, including famous people such as Barrack Obama. We call his vacation property "The Winter White House". These famous vacationers are looking for sun, beauty, privacy and relaxation and find it right here in Kailua. Kailua's Kalaheo Hillside is a lovely family community in Kailua... 06/13/2012

Lanikai is recognized to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. A long strip of sparkling white sand, endless sunshine and the deep turquoise water make Lanikai simply irresistable. It is considered by many local residents to be the best swimming beach on Oahu. Many people kayak to the nearby poplular Mokulua Twin Islands, both noted bird sanctuaries. It is also very popular with boaters, surfers, paddlers, and sailors. Lanikai Beach truly lives up to its translated name of "Heavenly Sea". There is a listing in Lanikai, courtesy of Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties. They're asking price is $2,599,000. It is an unusually large house for the Lanikai area. It is 5356 sf of interior space with 12020 exterior. This property would be perfect a large family that loves to entertain... 06/06/2012

  Quick Guide for Sellers - Please review this article to better understand the general process of selling your property. I am looking forward to hearing from you and help strategize a comprehensive plan to achieve your real estate goals! Mahalo, Lila   THE SELLING PROCESS Use this as a general guide of what to expect when selling a property. DECIDING TO SELL Choose a competent real estate professional that will look out for your best interest. You should feel comfortable communicating with your realtor and confident in their capabilities. It takes dedication, experience and drive to be successful. I will achieve that for you! If you are planning to sell a "owner occupied" property, and will be also finding a replacement property, you will need to strategize on how this can be executed... 06/04/2012

Lanikai is recognized to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. A long strip of sparkling white sand, endless sunshine and the deep turquoise water make Lanikai simply irresistable. It is considered by many local residents to be the best swimming beach on Oahu. Many people kayak to the nearby poplular Mokulua Twin Islands, both noted bird sanctuaries. It is also very popular with boaters, surfers, paddlers, and sailors. Lanikai Beach truly lives up to its translated name of "Heavenly Sea". Lanikai's Bluestone Townhomes sits right next to Mid Pacific Golf Course and up the block from the famous Lanikai Beach. This complex is vast in size. Over 50 acres of property that accomodates the elite. It is a gated community that has resort amenities from soup to nuts, besides the fact... 06/01/2012

Kailua, the largest community on the Windward side is Oahu's windsurfing capital, and Kailua Beach is one of the world's most beautiful shorelines. Slightly over 50,000 lucky people reside here. They enjoy the relaxed lifestyle in the mid-to-upper priced neighborhoods, with excellent restaurants, outdoor cafes, boutiques, parks, library, fine schools, medical centers, country clubs, and a town area full of personality and charm. In recent years Kailua has become a "secret" destination hot spot for many travelers, including famous people such as Barrack Obama. We call his vacation property "The Winter White House". These famous vacationers are looking for sun, beauty, privacy and relaxation and find it right here in Kailua. Kailua is located 12 miles northeast of Honolulu-over Nu'uanu Pa... 05/28/2012

Kailua Beachside is the most desirable area to live in Kailua......Over 3 miles of white sandy beach with views of the famous Mokulua Islands, and Flat Island. There is an abundance of outdoor activities that both locals and tourists enjoy here. Some include kayaking, swimming, parasailing, body boarding, surfing, sailing, biking, volleyball, having bbq's with family and friends, and of course sun tanning. There are public beach accesses to some of the private residential areas, however parking is limited to the local residents who live there and then there are several public parks where you can easily find parking as well.  There is location on Kailua Beachside and called the Kailuana area. This is a very classic area that is highly regarded amung the local residents, not to mention by... 05/16/2012

My Favorite Ocean Front Communities on Oahu: Beachside in Kailua Town Beachside is a neighborhood in Kailua that perhaps exemplifies one of the nicest luxury home and beachfront communities on all of Oahu. Most all homes are right on the beach or within a short walk of the beach. The white sandy beach itself is almost three miles in length along Kailua Bay. Within the Beachside neighborhood you’ll find the Castle Point area, Kainalu Park and small Home Owner Associations such as Dune Circle and L’Orange. Many of these offer a private beach access path for residents, however there are also several public beach access points as well. View Current Ocean Front Homes for Sale in the Beachside Community of Kailua View Other Ocean Front Communities on East Oahu TRY ADVANCED MAP SEARCH FOR Hono... 05/14/2012

Kailua Town area has a group of condo's and townhomes that is centrally located to shopping, restaurants and Kailua Beach. A great convenient way to live. No upkeep of the yard and you can come and go as you please. The variety of condos and townhomes in this area vary in amenities and price ranges.  The particular condo that I am speaking of today is one of the most affordable complexes in the area. It is called Koolau Vista and it is listed by Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties. There is a playground for the children, but minimal amenities which translates into minimal HOA fees. Lately properties have been moving pretty rapidly. To give you an idea, there are 17 active condo/townhome listings in this area, 13 are in escrow and 40 have sold within the past six months for an average of ... 05/09/2012

My Favorite Ocean Front Communities on East Oahu: Kaimalino Kaimalino is a premier Kailua neighborhood adjacent to the southeast side of Mokapu Road, surrounded by the Marine Corps Base Hawaii (MCBH) to the north, the beach to the east and the Kaelepulu Stream to the southesst. Homes here are generally larger in size, starting at 1,800 square feet and larger, with lots all over 10,00 square feet in size. Most homes were built from the mid 1950′s on. View Current Ocean Front Homes for Sale in the Kaimalino Community of Kailua Town on Oahu View Other Ocean Front Communities on East Oahu TRY ADVANCED MAP SEARCH FOR Honolulu, Diamond Head, Hawaii Kai, Kailua and all of Oahu Save Your Searches, Save Your Favorites, Emailed Alerts for New Listing Matches 05/07/2012

Kailua is located 12 miles northeast of Honolulu-over Nu'uanu Pali, the tallest mountain peak in the Ko'olau mountain range. Kailua is a typical suburb bringing thousands home from their workplace in Honolulu. When you are driving out of the tunnel, a feeling overcomes you. It's the greenery, the serenity and the blueness of the ocean you see. Kailua's Enchanted Lake community is a residential area a few miles from Kailua beach depending on your location. It has a small local theatre, strip mall with a grocery store and various restaurants, coffee shops, and other stores that service the area. In the past six months 29 properties have sold with the average amount of $822k. There are currently 13 properties in escrow, and 18 active properties on the market.  The property I present to you... 05/02/2012

I wanted to share with you Ka Malanai. This is a NEW condominium complex that is in the process of being built in Kailua. It has just broke ground about a month ago. I've known about this news of a new condominium complex building for several years now. I have a laundry list of buyers who would like the opportunity to purchase these units. Why is it in such a large demand? Well Kailua is a small town that has hardly any vacant land available to build beyond a house or two here and there, no less a NEW condominium complex such as this. The location is right in Kailua town, just blocks away from Kailua Beach. The location is prime! Estimated price range that has been revealed to us realtors in various regional meetings will be units starting at $400,000 to $800,000. They say that there wi... 04/30/2012

Kailua Beachside on Oahu is known to be the most desirable area to purchase properties because of its location. If you can afford to live either on the beach or on the block where you have access to the beach, you are very lucky and fortunate! Kailua Beach is one of the most photographed and desired beaches in the world noted by many magazines. Just Google Kailua Beach and see! President Obama is known to vacation here with his family. The property he stays at is in the Kailua Beachside area known as Kailuana. We have named the house he frequently visits as the "Winter White House". The property I present to you today is a RARE Kailua Beachside property listed by Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties. A 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom house with interior of 4914 square feet and exterior of 36,999 sq... 04/26/2012

Today is the annual "I Love Kailua" Kailua Town Party and here are the details: Sponsored by the Lani-Kailua Outdoor Circle, an organization that helps keep Kailua beautiful by planting, landscaping and maintaining many public areas in Kailua. On Kailua Road between Whole Foods and down to Fat Boys. Street will be closed off. Try to ride or walk, if possible. Lots of food: including Bob's Pizzeria, Buzz's Original Steakhouse, Moke's Bread & Breakfast, Formaggio Grill, Whole Foods, Pinky's, Cup of Tea, Agnes' Portuguese Bake Shop and more ... Lots of fun (including keiki activities, sponsored by Kama'aina Kids) and entertainment! Also, crafts, original art, and unique plants for sale. Community health information and FREE health screenings by Castle Medical Center. For $3 you can purchas... 04/22/2012

Kailua Beachside is the most desirable area to live in Kailua......Over 3 miles of white sandy beach with views of the famous Mokulua Islands, and Flat Island. There is an abundance of outdoor activities that both locals and tourists enjoy here. Some include kayaking, swimming, parasailing, body boarding, surfing, sailing, biking, volleyball, having bbq's with family and friends, and of course sun tanning. There are public beach accesses to some of the private residential areas, however parking is limited to the local residents who live there and then there are several public parks where you can easily find parking as well.  Eight Kailua Beachside properties has sold in the past six months which ranged from an 800 sf Beachside cottage for $875,000, to a 6 bedroom/8 bath luxury beachfron... 04/20/2012

Food Trucks Arise!!  After the lawmakers finally adjusted the law the food trucks are back without fear of fines that would put them out of business, the  Eat Out Kailua is back.  It will be held in Enchanted Lake Elementary's parking lot this Saturday from 4 to 8pm.  Foodies can enjoy street eats from Soul Patrol, Chicago Eatz, Cooking Fresh for You, and Shogunai Tacos.  Eat Out Kailua happens on the third Saturday each month. It's time again for the 'I Love Kailua' town party sponsored by the Lanikai Outdoor Circle, starts at 11am on Sunday and ends around 4pm.  It's the 20th anniversary and the center of town will be filled with local merchant booths as well as dozens of eateries.  At the least come try out Pinky's Pupus, Tat's shaved ice, goodies form the new Whole Foods market, Bas... 04/19/2012

Kailua is a small beach town on Oahu with approximately 50,000 residents living there. The average single family home lot is probably in the neighborhood of 6000-7000 square feet with interiors on average about 1500 sf. However there is a small exclusive community tucked away in Kailua called "Norfolk" Gov/Tag. Its zoning is AG2 which is General Agricultural District. Very exclusive, private, and lots of lush land to enjoy. Usually properties here are 2 acres or more. The great thing about this location is that Kailua town is still at your fingertips where you have restaurants, stores, and the fabulous Kailua Beach. So you have the best of both worlds. The reason why I am mentioning this is because of this featured property listed by Coldwell Banker Pacific Property. This property has o... 04/19/2012

My Favorite Ocean Front Communities: Lanikai For those who dream of white sandy beaches, Lanikai is the place to own an ocean front home. Lanikai is exclusive, primarily residential and a fairly small neighborhood. Almost all of Lanikai is a very short walk to the beach. Whether you own a beach front home or one on the hillside, almost every home will have amazing ocean views. Many will have views of the small, uninhabited islands just offshore called the Mokoluas, a bird sanctuary. Lanikai may be unquestionably one of the most gorgeous beaches on all of Oahu and offers some of the very best beachfront luxury homes in all of Hawaii. As a result, it is one of the most desired and most expensive areas of Kailua. Architectural style here is varied. You can find multi-million dollar mansion... 04/18/2012