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157 Waokanaka Pl, Honolulu
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Description
Tucked away in a peaceful Nuuanu cul-de-sac, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-wall home offers a rare combination of residential and preservation land. Backed by lush mountainside greenery, the backyard feels like a private forest retreat—quiet, cool, and full of potential. With 912 sq ft of interior space, a one-car garage, and classic older-style charm, it’s a great starter home or project for DIY buyers. The property features fruit trees, a small garden area, and a tranquil setting just minutes from downtown Honolulu. Enjoy the serenity of nature without sacrificing convenience. A truly unique opportunity in one of Honolulu’s most desirable neighborhoods. Per Tax Records Zoning : R-10 Residential District (15,278 sq.ft.) and P-1 Restricted Preservation (19,972 sq.ft.) & State Land Use: Conversation District & Urban District.
Past Activity
  • Jun 10, 2025 Sold for $1,275,000
  • Apr 28, 2025 Under Contract
  • Apr 17, 2025 Listed at $1,200,000
More Details
  • Owner, Tax & Resale History
  • Price / ft²: $1,398
  • Other Homes Price / ft²
  • Cash vs Financing Buyers
  • Year Remodeled: 1972
  • Zoning: 03 - R10 - Residential District
  • Flood Zone: Zone X
  • Elementary School: Nuuanu
  • Middle School: Kawananakoa
  • High School: Roosevelt
  • View: Mountain
  • Furnished: Partial
  • Property Condition: Average,Fair
  • TMK: 1-1-9-3-14-0
  • Tax Assessed Land: $1,201,800
  • Tax Assessed Improvements: $3,300
  • Tax Assessed Total: $1,205,100
  • Courtesy: Stott Real Estate, Inc. / (808) 254-1515
  • MLS: 202510261
About Dowsett
See our video of Dowsett homes.

For many homebuyers, there's something irresistible about finding a place that transports you to an earlier, more elegant era. That's difficult to do these days in a heavily developed place like Oahu. Difficult, but not impossible.

Tucked away at the top of the town side of Pali Highway, the Dowsett homes and Old Pali homes have preserved the bygone Kamaaina lifestyle in the hills and valleys above downtown Honolulu.

Nestled back here, much of the views of the mountains and surrounding country due to the thick growth that is all around you. Still there   ... Read more
The MLS properties are based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Hicentral MLS, Ltd. Listings last updated on February 07, 2026.Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Other Dowsett Homes
$1,295,000
$1,299,000
381 Puiwa Rd
3 Bds | 3 Ba
2,240 ft²
$1,395,000
3003 Hoaloha Pl
3 Bds | 1 Ba
960 ft²
Other Honolulu Homes
Wilhelmina Rise
$1,200,000
4049 A Keanu St
6 Bds | 2 Ba
2,120 ft²
Palolo
$1,200,000
3279 Hoanoho Pl
3 Bds | 1.5 Ba
1,142 ft²
St. Louis Heights
$1,200,000
1505 Alencastre St
4 Bds | 2.5 Ba
3,178 ft²
Kapahulu
$1,200,000
3237 Olu St
4 Bds | 2 Ba
2,208 ft²
Alewa Heights & Kam Heights
$1,190,000
1708 Kealia Dr
4 Bds | 2 Ba
1,680 ft²
Makiki
$1,210,000
1322 Lunalilo St
5 Bds | 3 Ba
2,347 ft²
  • Sold 6/10/25 at $1,275,000
    (List Price: $1,200,000)
Description
Tucked away in a peaceful Nuuanu cul-de-sac, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-wall home offers a rare combination of residential and preservation land. Backed by lush mountainside greenery, the backyard feels like a private forest retreat—quiet, cool, and full of potential. With 912 sq ft of interior space, a one-car garage, and classic older-style charm, it’s a great starter home or project for DIY buyers. The property features fruit trees, a small garden area, and a tranquil setting just minutes from downtown Honolulu. Enjoy the serenity of nature without sacrificing convenience. A truly unique opportunity in one of Honolulu’s most desirable neighborhoods. Per Tax Records Zoning : R-10 Residential District (15,278 sq.ft.) and P-1 Restricted Preservation (19,972 sq.ft.) & State Land Use: Conversation District & Urban District.
    The MLS properties are based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Hicentral MLS, Ltd. Listings last updated on February 07, 2026.Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
    • Jun 10, 2025 Sold for $1,275,000
    • Apr 28, 2025 Under Contract
    • Apr 17, 2025 Listed at $1,200,000
    See our video of Dowsett homes.

    For many homebuyers, there's something irresistible about finding a place that transports you to an earlier, more elegant era. That's difficult to do these days in a heavily developed place like Oahu. Difficult, but not impossible.

    Tucked away at the top of the town side of Pali Highway, the Dowsett homes and Old Pali homes have preserved the bygone Kamaaina lifestyle in the hills and valleys above downtown Honolulu.

    Nestled back here, much of the views of the mountains and surrounding country due to the thick growth that is all around you. Still there   ... Read more
    Other Dowsett Homes
    $1,295,000
    $1,299,000
    381 Puiwa Rd
    3 Bds | 3 Ba
    2,240 ft²
    $1,395,000
    3003 Hoaloha Pl
    3 Bds | 1 Ba
    960 ft²
     
    You do not own the land, but have the right to use the land until an expiration year. At expiration the ownership typically reverts back to the land owner.
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