Large planned communities with shopping, schools, parks and necessities are prominent in the continental U.S., but Mililani is one of the only places on Oahu that offers 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." Instead of driving along the coast to find specific schools or stores, Mililani residents have it all in the community. This includes multiple shopping centers, neighborhood 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 refers to the original bulk of the development to the east of Interstate H-2, home to the community's shopping centers. 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 other 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 smaller homes start around $900,000. Larger, updated homes with views of the Mililani Mauka-Launani Valley can cost over $2 million. There are multiple condo and townhouse complexes in Mililani and Mililani Mauka that range from around $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, rated an A-minus by Niche. Mililani is commonly considered to have one of the best school pipelines on Oahu and all of Hawaii. The community has seven schools, including five elementary schools conveniently located around the development. Mililani Mauka, the community's higher-end section, has one of the best pipelines in Hawaii. Its elementary and middle schools are all ranked in the top 10 in Hawaii by Niche. All students finish at A-rated Mililani High, Hawaii's No. 1 public high school.
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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Mililani Town Center and multiple other shopping plazas
Shopping, dining and other errands can all be done within the community. Mililani Town Center is the heart of activity. This outdoor mall has chain eateries, 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. Groceries can also be found at Safeway in the south end and at Foodland at Mililani Shopping Center, just north of Town Center. The shopping center also has eateries like Mililani Restaurant for a traditional plate lunch, bars like the Shack and other spots to grab a bite. Along with shopping and dining, the community's commercial plazas have necessities like dentists, doctors and banks. For larger retail needs, there's 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 the community
Mililani is made for active lifestyles, with outdoor and indoor recreation spaces in each area of the neighborhood. Every home is within a short walk or drive of a neighborhood park. Some are simple green spaces with playgrounds, while others, like Mililani Neighborhood Park, have Little League fields, tennis and pickleball courts. The Mililani Town Association Recreation Center next to the park is one of multiple indoor rec centers with a pool and gym. Residents can access any of the community's rec centers. Mililani also has a golf course on the community's east side. Hikers can find lush rainforest trails in the Mililani Mauka-Launani Valley and Ewa Forest Reserve to the east. The eastern, windward side of Oahu is densely forested because it receives significantly more rainfall than the western, leeward side. 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 employer, about 5 miles up H-2 for military personnel. Wahiawa Queens Medical Hospital is also just a few miles up H-2. Still, Honolulu is the main commuter hub. It's 20 miles south by taking H-2 down to Interstate H-1 and following it into the city. Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, just east of downtown Honolulu, is 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
Despite the thriving natural landscape, Oahu and other Hawaiian Islands have been 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 community was covered with ash and smoke for days. Mililani has a fire station to answer any threats. Still, residents should have an evacuation plan ready, given the increasing presence of wildfires on the islands.
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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