Honolulu metro, HI relocation guide
Moving to Waimanalo, HI
$799,200Median home value
Honolulu CountyArea
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About Waimanalo
Waimanalo is a laid-back beach town on O'ahu's windward coast, known for its long white-sand beach and rural, country feel. About 6,000 people live here among farms, nurseries and beach houses, with the Ko'olau mountains as a backdrop.
Home prices in Waimanalo
The median home value in Waimanalo is $799,200.
Top places in Waimanalo
- Waimanalo Bay Beach Park — nearly 4 miles of white sand, a locals' favorite.
- Bellows Air Force Station beach — public-access beach on weekends and holidays.
- Sea Life Park Hawai'i — marine park at Makapu'u Point.
- Makapu'u Point Lighthouse Trail — whale watching in winter.
- Waimanalo Country Farms — sunflower fields and farm tours.
Commuting from Waimanalo
- ~30 min to downtown Honolulu via Kalaniana'ole Highway.
- Kailua town center is ~10 min north.
- TheBus connects Waimanalo to Kailua and Honolulu.
Schools in Waimanalo
Public schools: Hawai'i Department of Education. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Waimanalo FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Waimanalo, HI?
The median home value in Waimanalo is $799,200. Median home value, 2020–2024 American Community Survey (owner-estimated) - How is the commute from Waimanalo, HI?
~30 min to downtown Honolulu via Kalaniana'ole Highway. - Which school district serves Waimanalo, HI?
Waimanalo is served by Hawai'i Department of Education. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.