Downtown Honolulu is the state's main business district. Not
only is it attractive for its business activity, but it also includes some of
Hawaii's most historic landmarks. In the middle of downtown Honolulu, stands
Iolani Palace, which is the only royal palace in the United States. Across the
street from the palace is the Kamehameha Statue, which is always adorned with
beautiful leis.
Although
it is the main business district on Oahu, it is just a few yards from the
magnificent turquoise waters of the Pacific Ocean. Many of the condominiums in
downtown Honolulu include a breathtaking view of the Honolulu Harbor and Aloha
Tower. Aloha Tower Marketplace is a harbor side shopping mall where you can
enjoy a relaxing sunset dinner or cruise.
The
Kakaako district is adjacent to downtown Honolulu. It is the prime location for
newer luxury condominiums and many are still currently being developed.
Restaurant Row, Ward Warehouse, and Ward Centre are all shopping centers
located in Kakaako that offer great shopping and dining.
Both
Downtown Honolulu and Kakaako offer urban condominium living. Prices range from
$800,000 for a moderate one bedroom apartment to well over $1,00,000 and up for
a luxury two bedroom or larger condominium unit. In the past decade Howard
Hugh’s has been working to redevelop 60 acres along the ocean in its flagship
master planned community, Ward Village. Units in this multi building development
range from the mid $600,000’s to over $10,000,000 for penthouse units.
Single Family Homes comprise a small percentage of this areas available housing.
