Arlene K Kim-Kawamoto
Point of Sail Realty
(866) 624-7153
28 Total Sales
1 in North Shore
$885,000 Price
North Shore
$1,686,378
Average Value
In a north-facing coastal area of Oʻahu, North Shore is both a commercial surfing mecca and a blend of rural and waterfront communities. Locals here are proud to maintain a rich, generations-strong vibe that “keeps the country, country” even though some areas of North Shore are buzzing tourist destinations today.
Because of its montage of high energy in some areas, simpler pace in others, and raw beauty all around, neighborhoods within North Shore like Haleiwa and Waialua are highly sought. Throughout North Shore, home prices vary, with a median around $930,000. Here, you’ll find spectacular mansions overlooking Waimea Bay, sprawling custom estates in Sunset Hills, oceanfront homes with modern lines and flat roofs, and homes nestled among palms on rocky coves. You’ll also see more traditional two-story homes in Haleiwa as well as cute bungalows in inland Waialua. Condominium complexes dot North Shore as well, especially along the waterfront.
Public school students can attend Sunset Beach Elementary in North Shore, steps from the oceanfront. They can then move up to the Waialua Intermediate and High School, bedecked with a stunning coastal mural along with the phrase “E Malama I Ke Kai’ which means “respect the ocean” in Hawaiian. GreatSchools scores Waialua High an 8 out of 10 for college readiness, and recently the school’s robotics team took the top title in the international championship tournament.
Parks and beaches are integral to North Shore, and one of its most renowned is Alii Beach Park where you can set up your shade and walk the dogs, surf, swim and picnic all day. You could also opt for the uncrowded shoreline of Ehukai Beach Park, go sailing in the blue waters of Waimea Bay, or explore the tidepools at Shark's Cove. You may even get a chance to feed some local chickens at Sunset Beach Park. At the Banzai Skate Park in Pupukea, skaters drop-in to graffiti-splashed bowls.
Cross the beautiful arches of Haleiwa Bridge into downtown Haleiwa, and you’ll find there’s always a line wrapping around the famous Matsumoto for shaved ice. A top pick nearby for homestyle Mexican is the festive Cholos Margarita Bar; and for delicious cocktails and Hawaiian platters, you’ll want to dine at Haleiwa Beach House seaside. A great spot to indulge your sweet craving is the colorful Wailua Bakery and Juice Bar, where locals go for fresh smoothies and acai bowls made with locally grown produce. Tourist and townies alike also love the pies, pastries and hot sandwiches at Ted’s Bakery.
North Shore is home to the iconic Surf ‘N Sea, a longstanding highly regarded surf shop in Haleiwa frequented by world-class surfers. Whether you’re just getting your feet wet, or you live for the saltwater, Surf ‘N Sea offers an impressive selection of surf, paddleboard and kayak gear for purchase or rent. Going decades strong, professional surfers come together from all over the world to compete in North Shore’s Waimea Bay and Sunset Beach championships.
For essentials, locals frequent the convenient Ace Hardware on Kamehameha Highway and pick up groceries at the smaller Malama Market or the larger Foodland Grocery store. Offering island living that ranges from glitzy to wilderness, and oceanfront to lush inland, North Shore is a friendly surf destination with a historic, homegrown appeal.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Arlene K Kim-Kawamoto
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Karla Casey
Karla Casey
Coldwell Banker Realty
(808) 272-9876
29 Total Sales
1 in North Shore
$2,350,000 Price
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Fran Magbual
Fran Magbual
Coldwell Banker Realty
(808) 465-4554
79 Total Sales
1 in North Shore
$1,190,000 Price
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Sherine Duncan
Sherine Duncan
eXp Realty
(808) 201-2526
224 Total Sales
5 in North Shore
$445K - $2M Price Range
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Caroline Faringer
Caroline Faringer
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HmSvc HI RE
(808) 824-4580
21 Total Sales
2 in North Shore
$300K - $1.4M Price Range
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Myron Kiriu
Myron Kiriu
Responds QuicklyBHGRE Advantage Realty
(808) 755-3889
530 Total Sales
5 in North Shore
$2.5M - $7.3M Price Range
Schools
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GreatSchools:
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- 7th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Kaiaka Bay Beach Park
- Camping
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
Aweoweo Beach Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Beach
Sunset Beach Neighborhood Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Volleyball
Hale'iwa Ali'i Beach Park
- Camping
- Picnic Area
- Beach
Waimea Valley
- Trails
- Events
- River
Ka'ena Point State Park
- Beach
- Hiking
Pūpūkea Beach Park
- Beach
- Ocean
Hale'iwa Beach Park
- Beach
- Ocean
- Community Center
Waialua Bandstand Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | North Shore | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,366
Median Year Built
1973
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,646
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,873
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,011
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
744
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 32 - 5pm
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Sunday, Aug 102 - 5pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
15,708
Median Age
37
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
25.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$84,241
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$109,827
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
29.7%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.2%
% Population in Labor Force
66.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
64''
Average Winter Low Temperature
61°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
45
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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