Mililani is one of Oahu’s most desired suburban communities
Large planned communities with shopping, schools and parks are prominent in the continental U.S., but on Oahu, Mililani is one of the only places offering this suburban lifestyle. It was developed in the 1960s in the elevated center of Oahu's mountainous landscape. Despite being 20 miles from the beach in either direction, it's continually one of Oahu's most sought-after communities because of its residential setting and amenities. "Mililani has everything you need. That's why there's always desirability," says Realtor Marina Tolentino with eXp, who's been selling on Oahu since 2020 after moving to the island as a member of the U.S. Coast Guard. "You really don't need to leave unless you're commuting to Honolulu. You've got shopping and everything else within minutes of your house." Mililani residents have it all in the community, including multiple shopping centers, parks, a golf course and one of the best school pipelines in Hawaii.
Residents enjoy access to quality schools, parks, and convenient shopping, all within a quiet, family-friendly environment.
Mililani offers a peaceful suburban lifestyle with tree-lined streets, well-maintained neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community.
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Homes in Mililani or Mililani Mauka
The community has two sides: Mililani and the newer Mililani Mauka. Mililani is the original development west of Interstate H-2, home to the central shopping area. 1960s ranch-style homes line the clusters of winding suburban drives and cul-de-sacs. They range from $800,000 to just under $1.5 million. Mililani Mauka is on the east side of H-2. Its larger New Traditional homes were built in the 1990s and 2000s. "Mililani Mauka is generally the higher-end, higher-priced side," says Tolentino. "The homes are some of the largest on the island, around 3,000 square feet, which is big around here." Mililani Mauka's homes start around $900,000, while larger, updated models with views of the Mililani Mauka-Launani Valley can cost over $2 million. Both sides of Mililani have condos and townhouses costing $300,000 to $800,000.
Homes in Mililani, Hawaii, offer a diverse range of options.
The average home value in Mililani is approximately $896,000.
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Arguably the best school pipeline in Hawaii
The Hawaii Department of Education is the school system for all the islands and gets an A-minus from Niche. Mililani's selection of schools is considered one of the best on Oahu and all of Hawaii. The community has seven schools, including five elementary schools conveniently located around the development. Mililani Mauka, specifically, has one of the best pipelines in Hawaii. Its elementary and middle schools are all ranked in the top 10 in Hawaii by Niche. Then, all Mililani students finish at A-rated Mililani High, Hawaii's No. 1 public high school, according to the site.
The community boasts several top-performing schools, including Mililani High School.
Mililani is home to a highly regarded public school system managed by the Hawaiʻi Department of Education.
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Shopping at the Town Center and other plazas in Mililani
The Town Center of Mililani is the community's central outdoor mall. It has restaurants, small stores, businesses, a movie theater and a Walmart. The Mililani Farmers Market is held every Sunday at Mililani High School across from Town Center. Mililani Shopping Center is just west of the Town Center and has a Foodland for groceries. It also has eateries like Mililani Restaurant, serving traditional plate lunches, and bars like the Shack Mililani. Aside from shopping and dining, the community's commercial plazas have necessities like dentists, doctors and banks. There's also a Costco connected to the south side of Mililani by Hawaii Route 99.
The Town Center of Mililani is the largest shopping center in Central Oahu.
Mililani offers a variety of shopping options to cater to residents and visitors alike.
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Parks and rec centers in each area of Mililani
Each section of Mililani has outdoor and indoor recreation spaces. Every home is within walking distance of a neighborhood park. Some are simple green spaces with playgrounds, while others, like Mililani Neighborhood Park, have baseball fields and tennis courts. The Mililani Town Association Recreation Center next to the park is one of multiple indoor rec centers with a pool and gym. There's also a golf course on the west side. Hikers can find lush rainforest trails in the Mililani Mauka-Launani Valley and Ewa Forest Reserve to the east. Beachgoers choose their direction based on the activity. Honolulu's calmer beaches, like Waikiki, are 20 miles south, while legendary surf breaks on Oahu's North Shore are 20 miles north.
The Mililani Town Association (MTA) operates seven recreation centers.
Mililani offers residents and visitors a wealth of recreational opportunities through its extensive network of parks and recreation centers.
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Take Interstate H-2 to Wheeler Army Airfield or Honolulu
Interstate H-2 runs through Mililani, allowing commuters to easily drive north and south from the center of the island. Wheeler Army Airfield is the nearest major military employer, about 5 miles up H-2. Wahiawa Queens Medical Hospital is also just a few miles up H-2. Honolulu is still the main commuter hub, 20 miles south. Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is just west of downtown Honolulu, less than 15 miles south.
This 8.33-mile freeway provides residents with efficient access to Honolulu.
Interstate H-2, also known as the Veterans Memorial Freeway, is a major north–south highway.
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Wildfires in the Mililani Mauka-Launani Valley
Oahu and other Hawaiian Islands are being increasingly affected by wildfires. Mililani was directly threatened by the 2023 Mililani Mauka Fire, which burned 1,600 acres of rainforest habitat in the Mililani Mauka-Launani Valley. No homes were burned, but the smoke and ash still affected the air quality. Mililani has a fire station to answer threats, but residents should still have an evacuation plan.
Hawaiian Electric has introduced interim wildfire safety measures to detect potential fire hazards.
Mililani has implemented several wildfire prevention measures to protect its community and surrounding natural areas.
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