The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 96717 sells for about $885,000, or $635 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 58 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $3,200 a month.
ZIP 96717 — Hauula
The housing market in 96717 remains stable with limited inventory and moderate price growth consistent with broader Honolulu trends. High demand for single-family homes persists, though the market is not highly competitive, with homes spending nearly two months on the market. The area's rural character and distance from major employment centers continue to define its niche appeal.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quieter, rural lifestyle away from the urban density of Honolulu, provided they are comfortable with a longer commute.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 58 days on market with 9.5 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.3% · poverty 8.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 96717, Honolulu County, HI
Crime in the Hauula area is generally considered low compared to urban Honolulu, with property crime being the primary concern reported by local residents.
Public schools serving the area are part of the Hawaii Department of Education, with Hauula Elementary being the primary local anchor; performance ratings are generally moderate.
The area is subject to coastal flood risks and high-wind exposure due to its windward location, necessitating careful consideration of flood insurance and building resilience.
Economic momentum is driven by tourism and local services, with limited large-scale industrial development; the area maintains a rural, residential character.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Hawaii) — Real Property Tax: Tax is calculated by applying county-specific tax rates to the assessed value of the property. The formula is (Assessed Value - Exemptions) * Tax Rate. Exemptions include homestead exemptions for owner-occupants, which vary by county.
Commuting to Honolulu's employment core involves a long drive along the windward coast, often exceeding 60 minutes depending on traffic conditions.
The area offers significant access to outdoor amenities, including Hauula Beach Park, coastal hiking trails, and proximity to the Polynesian Cultural Center.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and high demand, with a notable presence of long-term residential rentals and some vacation-rental activity.
The local economy is primarily supported by tourism, education, and small-scale retail, with many residents commuting to larger employment hubs in Honolulu.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles via Kamehameha Highway, with limited public bus service connecting to the broader island network.
Development is strictly managed by county zoning, with a focus on preserving the rural character of the windward coast.
The City and County of Honolulu Real Property Assessment Division manages assessments annually based on market data.
Parcels are subject to standard county property tax and school district funding as part of the statewide Hawaii Department of Education system.
Property insurance premiums are elevated due to high exposure to wind, storm surge, and tsunami risks.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
- Kualoa Ranch4.74.4 mi
- The Escape Game Honolulu519.6 mi
- iTrampoline Hawaii4.215.7 mi
- Chuck E. Cheese4.217.2 mi
- Jungle Fun Island4.119.6 mi
- Polynesian Cultural Center4.75.1 mi
- Aloha Stadium Swap Meet4.514.1 mi
- Hawaii Convention Center4.419.8 mi
- Waimea Valley4.611.2 mi
- Consolidated Theatres Ward with TITAN LUXE4.319.3 mi
- Kualoa Ranch4.74.4 mi
- Dole Plantation4.29.8 mi
- Polynesian Cultural Center4.75.1 mi
- Banzai Pipeline4.812.2 mi
- Waimea Valley4.611.2 mi
- Polynesian Cultural Center4.75.1 mi
- Pearl Harbor National Memorial4.814.3 mi
- Pearl Harbor Historic Sites Visitor Center4.714.4 mi
- Iolani Palace4.618.4 mi
- Bishop Museum4.616.5 mi
- Kualoa Ranch4.74.4 mi
- Waimea Valley4.611.2 mi
- Kualoa Regional Park4.75.4 mi
- Waimea Bay Beach Park4.812 mi
- ʻAiea Loop Trailhead4.711.9 mi
- Kewalo Basin Harbor4.519.4 mi
- He'eia Kea Boat Harbor4.510.3 mi
- Waikiki Yacht Club4.619.8 mi
- Marina & Outdoor Recreation & Equipment Center4.612.3 mi
- Kaneohe Yacht Club4.713.4 mi
- Pearl At Kalauao4.312.6 mi
- Kaneohe Klipper Golf Course4.512.3 mi
- Leilehua Golf Course4.210.1 mi
- Turtle Bay Golf4.111.2 mi
- Mililani Golf Club4.211.6 mi
- Windward Mall4.411.9 mi
- Schofield Main Exchange4.312 mi
- Town Center of Mililani4.410.9 mi
- Safeway4.212.2 mi
- Ross Dress for Less4.211.1 mi
- Daniel K. Inouye International Airport3.917.5 mi
- Blue Hawaiian Helicopters4.917.2 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Public beach park offering coastal access and picnic areas.
Major regional cultural attraction located nearby in Laie.
Popular hiking trail providing scenic views of the windward coast.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.