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Busy but not touristy, Lihue is Kauai’s working center
In an eastern shore community where even unexpected places sport stunning murals, Lihue is a feast for the senses. It’s teeming with parks, major retailers and dining options, and it’s home to the island’s only airport and major event stadium. Realtor Carolyn Price with Oceanfront Sotheby’s International Realty says, “In comparison to other Kauai neighborhoods, Lihue has a work-centric feel. It’s a bit busier, but in a productive way, not a touristy way. For people who live here, it’s their hub.”
Nawiliwili Harbor in Lihue is a major port, hosting cruise ships and small boats.
Spectacular ocean views from Hanamaulu Beach in Lihue.
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Prices span from $400K condos to million-dollar houses
Eclectic cottages and midcentury ranch-style homes are sprinkled throughout Lihue; newer homes offer enclosed garages and underground utilities. Single-family plantation-style homes with well-tended yards and vibrant landscaping are common, and both single-level and multi-story residences coexist on cul-de-sacs. For those who prefer a maintenance-free lifestyle, the 55-plus Sun Village offers condos with a pool, gym, library and other amenities. The protected cove of Kalapaki Beach is backed by multistory properties with magnificent views. Prices range from around $400,000 for a condo to between $700,000 and just over $1 million for standalone homes.
Large homes with enclosed garages and underground utilities are recent additions to the community in Lihue.
Sun Village community is a 55 and older community in Lihue.
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Lihue schools offer green space, arts focus and small class sizes
Public Wilcox Elementary and King Kaumualii Elementary schools in Lihue offer ample outdoor green space, playscapes and sports fields. Lihue public-school students head into Puhi to attend Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School and back to the Lihue neighborhood to Kauai High School, which earns an overall B grade from Niche. “There’s also the private K-12 Island School,” Price says, “established around 50 years ago by a group of visionary women who wanted to offer an alternative education specializing in arts and literature. It’s grown over the years, but the focus is still on small class sizes and innovative programs, with a passion for teaching.”
Kauai High School in Lihue is home of the Red Raiders!
Entrance to knowledge and growth at King Kaumualii Elementary School in Lihue.
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Sports fields, playgrounds and kayaking near the shore
Several parks for picnics and playdates dot Lihue’s inland terrain. Next to the Lihue Fire Station, Kalena Park has a playground and basketball courts. Local athletes play on lighted fields at Isenberg Park, where neighbors and friends can get together at tables under a shady pavilion. Visitors travel under the arch of a historic bridge on their way to Hanamaulu Beach Park for a relaxing afternoon, or they can drive right up to the water’s edge to kayak. Golfers have plenty of places to tee off, including the rolling Puakea Golf course with fabulous tropical scenery. Puakea is also treasured as a safe haven for the revival of the once-endangered nene, or Hawaiian geese. Price says, “We’re really fond of our nene. They have these beautiful feather patterns, and it’s our state bird. We’re really trying to protect them, so it’s exciting to see nene thriving here.”
The field at Isenberg Park in Lihue is clean and ready for play.
The once endangered Nene Goose is making a comeback and loves the grassy ponds of Puakea Golf Course i
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Popular spots serve poke, saimin and fresh pastries
There are many dining choices in Lihue. Still, there’s often a line to pick up fresh fish and poke bowls at Fish Express. The legendary Hamura Saimin is also a popular spot for classic Hawaiian noodle soups and freshly made malasadas and pies. "The Aloha Roastery is a great little place to pick up coffee and some really delicious pastries," Price says. Folks can shop local at farmer-owned HealthGo Market, serving smoothies, acai bowls, whole foods and grab-and-go meals. M. Tanaka Store has been an island staple for hardware and plumbing supplies since 1915. Big-box stores Walmart and Costco are also right in Lihue.
The Fish Express in Lihue is the go to sport for amazing fresh fish!
Nearby Grove Mall offers retail and dining options.
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Popular venue and museum highlight Lihue’s local history
Lihue’s Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall is a popular venue for social events that often book out a year in advance. Residents have used the exhibit hall, auditorium, and meeting rooms in this valuable community fixture since its construction in the 1960s. History buffs can explore ancient relics and tales of Kauai’s last reigning King Kaumualii at the Kauai Museum.
The Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall in Lihue.
The welcoming entrance to the Kauai Museum in Lihue.
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Lihue offers trauma care, airport access and library events
The Lihue Public Library is the largest library on the island of Kauai. An active Friends of the Lihue Library organizes ideas for indoor fun, including story time, teen, chess, and book-buying programs. And in addition to living closer than anywhere on the island to the Lihue Airport, residents are also within easy reach of Wilcox Medical Center, the first American College of Surgeons-verified Level III Trauma Center in Hawaii.
The towering architectural entrance to Wilcox Memorial Hospital in Lihue.
The Public Library in Lihue is a readers dream!
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