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Foster Tower #503 (Waikiki)

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  • Sold 5/5/23 at $210,000
    (List Price: $238,888)
  • Beds: 1
  • Baths: 1
  • Living: 915 ft²
  • Tenure:Leasehold ?
  • Leasehold Expiry: 04/30/34
  • Lease Rent: $ 981 / month
  • Fee Purchase: Not available
  • Built: 1962
  • Parking: 1
  • Maint. (HOA) Fees: $1,238 / month
  • Property Taxes: $196 / month ?
  • Est. Mortgage: $1,177 / mo - adjust loan
  • Time Listed for Sale: 12 days
  • Status: Sold
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2500 Kalakaua Ave #503, Honolulu

Description
Welcome to paradise! Great price for a LEASEHOLD 1 bedroom 1 bath 1 covered-secured parking at Foster Tower which is only 1 of 4 condo buildings in Waikiki located directly across the street from Waikiki Beach. Superior location to the water, surf spots, shops, restaurants, "Waikiki Mart" (brand new grocery store provided by "Foodland"), and the state's largest public park at Kapiolani Park. Quality features include laminate and ceramic tile flooring, plantation shutters in the living room, nice views of the ocean, and a large living area of 915 sqft. Foster Tower is a secure-high rise building with 24-hour security, pet-friendly (2 pets max 25lbs), and in a resort-zoned location for legal vacation rentals, and the current house rules allow min. 30-day rental rule. Building amenities include a heated saltwater pool (currently in construction), a new whirlpool, surf storage, fitness room, sauna, and storage for the residences. Outside of the building grab lunch, drinks, or pau hana at Cheeseburger & Paradise Restaurant which is attached to the building at Foster Tower.
Past Activity
  • Aug 06, 2024 Sold for $270,000
  • Jul 14, 2024 Under Contract
  • Jul 12, 2024 Listed at $297,000
  • May 24, 2024 Off Market
  • Apr 19, 2024 Back to Active
  • Apr 05, 2024 Under Contract
  • Mar 25, 2024 Listed at $275,000
  • Mar 07, 2024 Off Market
  • Mar 05, 2024 Price $275,000
  • Jan 31, 2024 Listed at $295,000
  • May 05, 2023 Sold for $210,000
  • Mar 25, 2023 Under Contract
  • Mar 13, 2023 Listed at $238,888
  • Feb 28, 2023 Off Market
  • Feb 27, 2023 Listed at $250,000
  • Aug 24, 2021 Off Market
  • Aug 24, 2020 Listed at $250,000
  • Aug 06, 2020 Off Market
  • Mar 18, 2020 Price $299,000
  • Dec 04, 2019 Listed at $310,000
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More Details
  • Owner, Tax & Resale History
  • HOA Fees / ft²: $1.35
  • Price / ft²: $230
  • Other Condos Price / ft²
  • Cash vs Financing Buyers
  • HOA Fees Include: Cable TV, Hot Water, Internet Service, Other Common Expenses, Sewer, Water
  • Zoning: X6 - Resort Mixed Use Precinct
  • Flood Zone: Zone VE
  • View: City, Coastline, Ocean, Sunset
  • Furnished: Negotiable
  • Property Condition: Above Average,Average
  • Owner Occupancy: 60%
  • Management Company: Touchstone
  • Security Features: Key, Security Patrol, Video
  • Amenities: Community Laundry, Exercise Room, Heated Pool, Meeting Room, Patio/Deck, Pool on Property, Recreation Area, Resident Manager, Restaurant, Sauna, Security Guard, Storage, Trash Chute, Whirlpool
  • TMK: 1-2-6-26-14-22
  • Tax Assessed Land: $34,700
  • Tax Assessed Improvements: $750,900
  • Tax Assessed Total: $785,600
  • Courtesy: Coldwell Banker Realty / (808) 596-0456
  • MLS: 202306102
Good to Know
  • Address: 2500 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815.
     
  • Built: 1962, 133 Units on 25 Floors, Studio & 1 to 2BR Floor plans, Pets: OK (verify).
     
  • Amenities: Heated Pool, Fitness Center, Sauna, 24-Hour Security.
     
  • Fun Fact: 1st residential condo, over 16 stories tall, built in Waikiki.

Prime location on Kalakaua Ave, right across the street from a central part of Waikiki Beach. Residential buildings in Waikiki rarely sit this close to the beach; most are built a bit further inland and prime spots closer to the ocean are generally 'reserved' for hot  .....
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The MLS properties are based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Hicentral MLS, Ltd. Listings last updated on December 22, 2024.Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Leasehold
$190,000
Foster Tower #1505
Studio | 1 Ba
529 ft²
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$520,000
Foster Tower #1606
Studio | 1 Ba
441 ft²
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$550,000
Foster Tower #1906
Studio | 1 Ba
441 ft²
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$580,000
Foster Tower #2306
Studio | 1 Ba
441 ft²
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$239,000
Kuhio Village #203
Studio | 1 Ba
254 ft²
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$249,000
Rosalei #401
Studio | 1 Ba
407 ft²
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$223,000
Ainahau Gardens #311
Studio | 1 Ba
300 ft²
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$265,000
Waikiki Marina Condominium #1601
Studio | 1 Ba
365 ft²
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$285,000
Bamboo #905
Studio | 1 Ba
240 ft²
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$295,000
Seaside Suites #409
Studio | 1 Ba
309 ft²
  • Sold 5/5/23 at $210,000
    (List Price: $238,888)
Description
Welcome to paradise! Great price for a LEASEHOLD 1 bedroom 1 bath 1 covered-secured parking at Foster Tower which is only 1 of 4 condo buildings in Waikiki located directly across the street from Waikiki Beach. Superior location to the water, surf spots, shops, restaurants, "Waikiki Mart" (brand new grocery store provided by "Foodland"), and the state's largest public park at Kapiolani Park. Quality features include laminate and ceramic tile flooring, plantation shutters in the living room, nice views of the ocean, and a large living area of 915 sqft. Foster Tower is a secure-high rise building with 24-hour security, pet-friendly (2 pets max 25lbs), and in a resort-zoned location for legal vacation rentals, and the current house rules allow min. 30-day rental rule. Building amenities include a heated saltwater pool (currently in construction), a new whirlpool, surf storage, fitness room, sauna, and storage for the residences. Outside of the building grab lunch, drinks, or pau hana at Cheeseburger & Paradise Restaurant which is attached to the building at Foster Tower.
    The MLS properties are based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Hicentral MLS, Ltd. Listings last updated on December 22, 2024.Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
    • Aug 06, 2024 Sold for $270,000
    • Jul 14, 2024 Under Contract
    • Jul 12, 2024 Listed at $297,000
    • May 24, 2024 Off Market
    • Apr 19, 2024 Back to Active
    • Apr 05, 2024 Under Contract
    • Mar 25, 2024 Listed at $275,000
    • Mar 07, 2024 Off Market
    • Mar 05, 2024 Price $275,000
    • Jan 31, 2024 Listed at $295,000
    • May 05, 2023 Sold for $210,000
    • Mar 25, 2023 Under Contract
    • Mar 13, 2023 Listed at $238,888
    • Feb 28, 2023 Off Market
    • Feb 27, 2023 Listed at $250,000
    • Aug 24, 2021 Off Market
    • Aug 24, 2020 Listed at $250,000
    • Aug 06, 2020 Off Market
    • Mar 18, 2020 Price $299,000
    • Dec 04, 2019 Listed at $310,000
    • Address: 2500 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815.
       
    • Built: 1962, 133 Units on 25 Floors, Studio & 1 to 2BR Floor plans, Pets: OK (verify).
       
    • Amenities: Heated Pool, Fitness Center, Sauna, 24-Hour Security.
       
    • Fun Fact: 1st residential condo, over 16 stories tall, built in Waikiki.

    Prime location on Kalakaua Ave, right across the street from a central part of Waikiki Beach. Residential buildings in Waikiki rarely sit this close to the beach; most are built a bit further inland and prime spots closer to the ocean are generally 'reserved' for hot  .....
    Read more.




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    Leasehold
    $190,000
    Foster Tower #1505
    Studio | 1 Ba
    529 ft²
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    $520,000
    Foster Tower #1606
    Studio | 1 Ba
    441 ft²
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    $550,000
    Foster Tower #1906
    Studio | 1 Ba
    441 ft²
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    $580,000
    Foster Tower #2306
    Studio | 1 Ba
    441 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.
    Leasehold Expiry: 04/30/34
    Buyer and Seller have reached an agreement and are under contract. However, the sale is still subject to one or more contingencies.
    We have handled many transactions for clients who purchase Hawaii real estate without visiting. By request, we can prepare thorough property videos to ensure you are familiar with every detail necessary. All documents can be signed remotely.
    Buyer and Seller have reached an agreement and are under contract. The sale is expected to close / record soon.
    We will be happy to work with you as a Buyer's agent. Call us to learn more: 808-943-9000.
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