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5231 Makalena St, Honolulu
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Description
Aina Haina mid-century gem on a large level lot. Warm curb appeal, knotwood fencing and a custom paved driveway. Through secured side gates discover a completely fenced entertainment area with a large covered patio, pet bath, BBQ, custom ecoshade motorized louvers and trellis, a palm-tree lined yard with a sitting wall, and a Michael Phelps swim spa! The single-level home with a beachy feel has high ceilings in the living room, a custom coffee bar, split AC throughout and an ipe side deck to enjoy a morning espresso. Above the carport is an award-winning, separate 1-bed 1-bath ADU, perfect for guests, family, home office or income. There are 2 laundry centers, multiple storage closets, covered parking for 4 cars, and many more thoughtful touches. Topped off with an owned 32-panel 14kw PV system, 2 Tesla Powerwalls and a newer roof coating. Just a minute’s walk to groceries, banks, post office, yoga, pilates, library and more. This legacy property awaits.
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  • Owner, Tax & Resale History
  • Price / ft²: $993
  • Other Homes Price / ft²
  • Cash vs Financing Buyers
  • Year Remodeled: 2020
  • Zoning: 03 - R10 - Residential District
  • Flood Zone: Zone AE
  • Elementary School: Aina Haina
  • Middle School: Niu Valley
  • High School: Kalani
  • View: Mountain, Sunrise
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Amenities: Bedroom on 1st Floor, Entry, Full Bath on 1st Floor, Landscaped, Maids/Guest Qrters, Patio/Deck, Storage, Wall/Fence, Workshop
  • TMK: 1-3-6-8-5-0
  • Tax Assessed Land: $1,300,000
  • Tax Assessed Improvements: $988,900
  • Tax Assessed Total: $2,288,900
  • Courtesy: Coldwell Banker Realty / (808) 596-0456
  • MLS: 202505485
About Aina Haina
See our aerial video of Aina Haina homes.

Popular Honolulu real estate, Aina Haina is a quiet established neighborhood of around 650 homes in Honolulu located between 2 popular view ridges, Waialae Iki and Hawaii Loa Ridge. Sometimes referred to as ‘the next Kahala’, the properties offer generous, mostly level, lot sizes between 7,500 to 10,000 sq ft. Aina Haina homes for sale are typically valued in the $800K to $1.5M range.

The Homes & Neighborhood
Originally developed in the 1940’s and continued through the 1950’s and 1960’s this area has a feel of   ..... Read more.
The MLS properties are based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Hicentral MLS, Ltd. Listings last updated on April 24, 2025.Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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$2,750,000
637 Hind Iuka Dr
4 Bds | 4 Ba
3,360 ft²
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$2,650,000
5216 Hao Pl
7 Bds | 6 Ba
4,134 ft²
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$1,499,000
809 Hao St
3 Bds | 1 Ba
1,116 ft²
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$1,475,000
231 Hao St
3 Bds | 3 Ba
2,082 ft²
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Kahala
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$2,850,000
4542 Aukai Ave
4 Bds | 3 Ba
2,295 ft²
Makiki
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$2,850,000
1542 Keeaumoku St
14 Bds | 8 Ba
2,748 ft²
Diamond Head
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$2,850,000
3020 La Pietra Cir#5
2 Bds | 2.5 Ba
2,228 ft²
Waialae Iki
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$2,880,000
1772 Kumakani Lp
4 Bds | 2.5 Ba
2,968 ft²
Waialae Iki
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$2,895,000
1460 Kamole St
4 Bds | 3 Ba
2,830 ft²
Napali Haweo
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$2,800,000
1327 Kamehame Dr
4 Bds | 4.5 Ba
3,299 ft²
  • Sold 4/15/25 at $2,900,000
    (List Price: $2,850,000)
Description
Aina Haina mid-century gem on a large level lot. Warm curb appeal, knotwood fencing and a custom paved driveway. Through secured side gates discover a completely fenced entertainment area with a large covered patio, pet bath, BBQ, custom ecoshade motorized louvers and trellis, a palm-tree lined yard with a sitting wall, and a Michael Phelps swim spa! The single-level home with a beachy feel has high ceilings in the living room, a custom coffee bar, split AC throughout and an ipe side deck to enjoy a morning espresso. Above the carport is an award-winning, separate 1-bed 1-bath ADU, perfect for guests, family, home office or income. There are 2 laundry centers, multiple storage closets, covered parking for 4 cars, and many more thoughtful touches. Topped off with an owned 32-panel 14kw PV system, 2 Tesla Powerwalls and a newer roof coating. Just a minute’s walk to groceries, banks, post office, yoga, pilates, library and more. This legacy property awaits.
    The MLS properties are based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Hicentral MLS, Ltd. Listings last updated on April 24, 2025.Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
    See our aerial video of Aina Haina homes.

    Popular Honolulu real estate, Aina Haina is a quiet established neighborhood of around 650 homes in Honolulu located between 2 popular view ridges, Waialae Iki and Hawaii Loa Ridge. Sometimes referred to as ‘the next Kahala’, the properties offer generous, mostly level, lot sizes between 7,500 to 10,000 sq ft. Aina Haina homes for sale are typically valued in the $800K to $1.5M range.

    The Homes & Neighborhood
    Originally developed in the 1940’s and continued through the 1950’s and 1960’s this area has a feel of   ..... Read more.
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    $2,750,000
    637 Hind Iuka Dr
    4 Bds | 4 Ba
    3,360 ft²
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    $2,650,000
    5216 Hao Pl
    7 Bds | 6 Ba
    4,134 ft²
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    $1,499,000
    809 Hao St
    3 Bds | 1 Ba
    1,116 ft²
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    $1,475,000
    231 Hao St
    3 Bds | 3 Ba
    2,082 ft²
     
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