Kailua Kona — Single Family Homes
Kohala & Kona Coast
Sun-drenched shores, lava-kissed coastlines, and Hawaii’s last great luxury frontier
Kailua-Kona anchors the Big Island’s sunny western coast, where single-family homes sit on lava-rock slopes climbing from turquoise bays into green upcountry. The historic village along Kailua Bay blends royal Hawaiian heritage with an unhurried resort rhythm, while neighborhoods like Kaloko, Holualoa, and Keauhou offer the quiet, land-rich lifestyle that draws buyers away from busier Hawaiian markets. Most Kona residents live on the mauka slopes above town, where mornings can dip into the upper 60s to low 70s in summer before warming into the 80s under the leeward-coast sun.
What sets Kona apart from Oahu or Maui is space, light, and price leverage. Single-family buyers here find generous lots, indoor-outdoor floor plans, and oceanfront possibilities at price points that would be impossible in Wailea or Kailua-Oahu. The 2025-2026 market has softened enough to create real negotiating room for well-qualified buyers, while ultra-luxury demand from California, Washington, and Canadian buyers keeps the top of the market firm and enduring.
Market Snapshot
Kailua Kona — Single Family Homes — 2026
Median Price
YTD $1.225M
Price Range
$650K entry homes to $20M+ oceanfront estates
Price / Sq Ft
Down ~1% YoY
Avg Days on Market
See KE Team Big Island market update
YoY Change
-6.1% median / +18% pending sales YoY
Inventory Trend
Balanced — 5.4 months supply, active listings +19% YoY
Property Types
Plantation-style homes, contemporary pool homes, upcountry ranch estates, oceanfront estates
KE Team Hawaii Kailua-Kona 2026 mid-year market report
Lifestyle
What it's like to live in Kailua Kona — Single Family Homes
Dining
- Kona Inn Restaurant — historic oceanfront dining with a famous koa-wood bar and sunset mai tais
- Don the Beachcomber — beachfront Polynesian classics with live Hawaiian music on Alii Drive
- The Fish Hopper — landmark seafood house with panoramic Kailua Bay views
- Papa Kona Restaurant & Bar — wrap-around lanai dining above Oneo Bay in downtown Kona
Outdoors
- Kahalu‘u Beach Park — premier snorkeling with sea turtles and vibrant reef
- Magic Sands (La‘aloa) — iconic bodyboarding and bodysurfing beach
- Kailua Pier — family swim spot and jumping-off point for sunset sails
- Kekaha Kai State Park — secluded white-sand beaches and coastal hiking
Culture & Heritage
- Hulihe‘e Palace — historic royal summer residence on Kailua Bay
- Moku‘aikaua Church — oldest Christian church in the Hawaiian Islands (1820)
- Kailua Village Historic District — the heart of old Kona along Alii Drive
Shopping & Transit
Alii Drive’s seaside village blends boutique surf shops, Hawaiian craft galleries, Coconut Grove, and the twice-weekly Kona Farmers Market spilling with tropical fruit, Kona coffee, and island-made goods.
Car-dependent island lifestyle with limited Hele-On bus service; Kona International Airport (KOA) sits 10 minutes north with daily nonstops to West Coast hubs.
Housing Stock
What you can buy in Kailua Kona — Single Family Homes
Kona’s single-family inventory runs from classic plantation-style cottages with wraparound lanais to contemporary pool homes designed for indoor-outdoor living and full-on oceanfront estates built around panoramic lava-coast views. Upcountry neighborhoods like Kaloko and Holualoa favor ranch-style homes on acreage with coffee-country views, while coastal subdivisions deliver beach-access properties and luxury gated communities.
Entry Point
Around $650K–$850K gets you a 3-bedroom upcountry home in Kaloko Mauka or a starter ranch home in Kailua View Estates — often with partial ocean views and room for a lanai garden.
Luxury Tier
$3M–$8M buys architectural oceanfront estates with private pools, guest hales, and direct lava-coast frontage; $10M+ unlocks trophy compounds in Kukio and the exclusive oceanfront enclaves north of town.
Typical buyer: Kona’s single-family buyers are predominantly mainland relocators and retirees from California, Washington, Oregon, and western Canada seeking sunshine, space, and a genuine Hawaiian lifestyle without Oahu or Maui pricing. A strong second tier is second-home buyers and UHNW families assembling legacy compounds, often balancing Kona with primary residences on the West Coast.
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Nearby Areas
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Kailua Kona Condominiums
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View Area →Oceanfront
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Frequently Asked
Kailua Kona — Single Family Homes — questions we hear
- What is the average home price for Kailua-Kona single family homes?
- Year-to-date 2026 mid-year median single-family price in Kailua-Kona is $1.225M — down 6.1% year-over-year, though price per square foot is only down about 1%, so home values have stayed relatively stable. Active listings are up ~19% YoY, months of supply sits at 5.4 (a balanced market), and pending sales are actually up 18% YoY. Buyers have more choice; well-priced homes still move. See KE Team Hawaii’s Kailua-Kona 2026 mid-year market report for the full breakdown.
- Is Kailua-Kona a good place to live?
- For many buyers, yes — Kailua-Kona offers the Big Island’s driest sunshine, authentic Hawaiian culture, and significantly more land and value than Oahu or Maui. It suits retirees, remote professionals, and families who prioritize ocean access, outdoor living, and a slower pace over big-city convenience.
- What are the best neighborhoods for families in Kailua-Kona?
- Family-friendly favorites include Kaloko Mauka for cooler upcountry air and larger lots, Keauhou for resort-style living with golf and beach parks, and Holualoa Coffee Country for acreage, quiet, and elevated ocean views. Each area offers different trade-offs between price, elevation, and daily lifestyle.
- How is the weather in Kailua-Kona year round?
- Kona’s climate is sunny and remarkably stable, but morning temperatures vary by elevation because most Kona residents live on the mauka slopes above town. Summer mornings on the slopes often start in the upper 60s to low 70s before warming into the 80s. Ocean temperatures stay swim-ready year-round, and the leeward coast sees far less rain than windward Hilo.
- How does the Kailua-Kona real estate market compare to Mauna Lani or Mauna Kea?
- Kailua-Kona offers a broader single-family price spectrum, from $650K entry homes to $20M+ estates, with an authentic town center and everyday amenities. Mauna Lani and the Mauna Kea Resort corridor trade that everyday fabric for gated resort living, private beach clubs, and a steeper entry point — typically $3M+ for quality single-family product, with ultra-luxury buyers dominating.
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