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Locals like Honolulu and Pearl Harbor proximity
Pearl City has a central location, on historic Pearl Harbor about 10 miles west of Honolulu. That’s largely why many primary residents call it home. “In places like Kailua and Hawaii Kai, you have a lot of second homeowners, but you really don’t see that here. It’s mostly people who live and work on the island, who grew up here and stayed,” says Wanida Tienchai, a Realtor with O’ahu Real Estate with over 20 years of experience. “It’s friendly, diverse and family-oriented. You see a lot of picnics in the park and kids playing soccer on the weekends. A lot of military people like it too because of the proximity to the bases.” In addition to this proximity, homeowners are often close to a harbor view; the area used to be called Pu’uloa, meaning “long hill” in ancient Hawaii, and elevation increases toward the northernmost Ko’olau Mountains.
Downtown Honolulu is a short drive from Pearl City during off-peak hours.
The Pearl Harbor Museum is a popular destination for tourists.
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Accessible commutes to Downtown Honolulu, Kalaeloa, Pearl Harbor-Hickam
Pearl City is a commuter town and a midpoint on O’ahu’s southern shore. Interstate H-2 goes about 20 miles up to North Shore towns like Haleiwa and Pupukea. Interstate H-1 goes about 10 miles east to Downtown Honolulu, 10 miles west to Kalaeloa’s industry and 10 miles south to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. The Kamehameha Highway is another option to downtown, but any route can back up with traffic. TheBus is an islandwide public transportation service that operates several routes through Pearl City. The Skyline Rail will also connect most of the southern shore by 2031, but its first phase, completed in 2023, travels from Kapolei to Halawa.
The Pearl City-Hickam retail areas offer plenty of local as well as national brands.
Honolulu is just a 10-15 minute drive east of Pearl City on the H1.
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Hillside homes in Pacific Palisades and Newton Estates
Pearl City has mostly single-family homes built in the latter half of the 20th century. “The community is very much old-school Hawaii. Sometimes a home has been passed down for three generations,” Tienchai says. In the town’s northern hills, Pacific Palisades is a well-known neighborhood with views of the harbor and surrounding mountains. Newtown Estates is on the southeast side, and its spacious homes are on the upper end of the market. Condos and townhomes are more common in this area too, and they’re often below the city’s median sale price of $880,000. Still, this median is cheaper than luxury-oriented Kailua at $1.4 million and Hawaii Kai at $1.2 million.
Homes in the Palisades are located on hilly streets.
Larger single family homes can be found higher up in the hillside neighborhoods.
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Community park and bike path on Pearl Harbor
Like many communities in greater Honolulu, Pearl City is close to Pacific Ocean beaches and Ko’olau Mountain hikes. What’s different here is the amount of neighborhood parks — roughly 10 of them — and their walkability from many homes. Blaisdell Park is one of the most frequented because of its picnic area and bike path, which follows the harbor for about 10 miles. Breene Harimoto Manana Community Park is another standout with a skate park and volleyball courts, and for Newtown Estates residents, Newton Park has a private recreation center.
Blaisdell Park offers a large green space and walking path.
An abundance of parks and open green spaces make Pearl City a great place for kids.
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Sunshine and environmental considerations on the South Shore
Pearl City has almost year-round sunshine and temperatures in the 70s and 80s, similar to Honolulu. This central part of the island is slightly cooler, though, due to a higher elevation and trade winds. The city can experience flash floods and landslides; this was the case in December 2021 when streets flooded and caused property damage. Earthquakes, tsunamis and wind events are other considerations for O’ahu homeowners.
Pearl City offers a blend of suburban convenience with natural beauty.
Residents of Pearl Ridge can visit Ko Olina or Waikiki for beach weekends.
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A-minus grades with Pearl City Schools
The Hawaii Department of Education operates a statewide district, but Pearl City has its own “complex area” within that district. Many schools in this complex receive A-minuses from Niche, including standouts such as Manana Elementary, Palisades Elementary and Pearl City High. The high school has model academies that provide real-world experience with culinary arts, health sciences, international business and other fields.
Manana Elementary School is is a part of the Pearl City Complex in the Leeward District.
Pearl City High School is a public, co-educational school located in Pearl City.
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Crime decrease with Honolulu Police Department
The Honolulu Police Department serves Pearl City and the rest of greater Honolulu. They reported that in 2023, violent crime was down 15% from the previous year, and property crime decreased by almost 30%.
The Honolulu Police Department covers Pearl City, keeping crime rates low.
Most Pearl City homes are single story ranchers or mid-century houses built in the 70's and 80's.
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Department stores on the south side, Pearlridge Center
Department stores, grocers, restaurants and other services are on the city’s south side, closest to Pearl Harbor. Pearlridge Center is in this area too, and with 170 businesses, it’s the largest indoor mall in Hawaii. This mall is close to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, so some stores offer military discounts of up to 60%. While Pearlridge hosts a small farmers market on Saturday mornings, the Aloha Stadium Swap Meet is just south. It’s the state’s largest open-air flea market with over 400 vendors on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Pearlridge Center is the hub of retail in Pearl City.
Large national chains offer Pearl City residents plenty of shopping options.
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On average, homes in Pearl City, HI sell after 82 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Pearl City, HI over the last 12 months is $862,500, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Huge lot of over 82 acres perfect for a large private estate, or development. Two (2) existing approved wastewater lines (see in document attachment). Attractive 2.66 acres of Apartment A-1 zoning and close to 80 acres of preservation zoning. Located in a serene valley by the Royal Summit neighborhood. Stunning ocean and mountain views. Tranquil private stream and trails right in your own
Don’t miss this opportunity to own this thoughtfully updated, ground-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bath townhome at Waiau Garden Villas! Enjoy the convenience of single-level living, generous kitchen cabinet space, and a welcoming lanai, perfect for relaxing or spending time with family and friends. This pet-friendly community offers great amenities, including a swimming pool, recreation area, and BBQ area.
Well-maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo in a secure building with excellent amenities.Enjoy 24/7 security, ample guest parking, a swimming pool, BBQ areas, basketball court, tennis court, and a playground.Conveniently located next to Pearl Highlands Shopping Center, Walmart, Sam’s Club, and many other nearby shops and dining options.
Discover the perfect balance of tranquility and convenience in this inviting home, tucked away in a lush, private setting surrounded by mature tropical landscaping, a magnificent monkeypod tree, and the soothing sounds of a nearby stream. Set on an expansive level lot, this property offers endless possibilities for outdoor living, gardening, entertaining, or future expansion. Inside, the
Comes with DPP approved ADU plans and is ready to build! Approved plans for a 798 sq. ft., two-story ADU will be transferred to the Buyer at no cost. The proposed ADU features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a living room, kitchen, and laundry area, increasing the total proposed living area to approximately 2,058 sq. ft. Beautifully renovated single-level home featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. One of
Updated 5-bedroom, 2-bath home on a quiet cul-de-sac, over 2,100 sq ft. Main level offers 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, and an open kitchen great for entertaining. Addition includes a flexible space with a bedroom above, ideal for a home office, plus a 2-car carport and additional driveway parking. Freshly painted with luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, walk-in shower, soaking tub, and new ceiling
Lehua Nani 2x bedroom/1x bathroom corner unit with 2x covered and secured adjacent parking stalls. Open kitchen and living room layout with large lanai. Freshly painted throughout and refinished tub! Walking distance to shopping center, restaurants, and bus line. Secured building with on-site resident manager and pool. Water, sewer, and electric included.
An affordable opportunity to own a high-floor studio with breathtaking views and outstanding amenities! This studio offers breathtaking panoramic views stretching from the Pearl Harbor coastline to Diamond Head, creating the perfect backdrop for everyday living. Enjoy the convenience of being just minutes from Pearl Highlands Center, featuring an abundance of shopping, dining, entertainment, and
Open House scheduled for August 30 cancelled. Located above Pearl City Shopping Center. Huge lot with two detached dwellings. Main house is a three bedroom two baths. Living room has views of ocean and mountain. The Ohana dwelling is 2 bedroom and two baths the Ohana bedroom has hollow tile walls and is a diamond in the rough. Lot is a down slope yard over looking Pearl City Shopping Center.
Spacious and convenient 2BD/1BA with covered parking in a central neighborhood. This bright unit features an open kitchen, large living area, and generous bedrooms with ample storage. Enjoy relaxing on the covered lanai and low monthly maintenance fees. Ideal for first-time buyers or investors looking to add value and expand their portfolio. Close to shopping, dining, schools, and freeway access
Well-maintained and lovingly cared for by its original owners, this single-level 4-bedroom, 2-bath home + study offers comfortable living in Pacific Palisades. The home features laminate flooring, open-beam ceilings, split A/C, a solar water heater, a dedicated laundry room, and updated bathrooms. A skylight in the study brings in an abundance of natural light, creating a bright and inviting
Such a spacious home that sits on top of Pacific Palisades. Gas station and convenience store right in the neighborhood. There's a great room to have your parties with ample room to do a karaoke get together, There's also a huge workshop in the basement to do your handy work, craft work or even to use it for all your additional storage.
Property Id: 2807739 Located in Central Pearl City minutes away from Foodland , Walmart, Shopping center , Dining, 24 hour fitness gym, Skyline rail ,Sam’s club, Military base ,freeway access, parks! Renovated in 2025 Pearl City townhome available for $3,800/month with utilities included! Property Highlights * 3 bedrooms/1 bathroom with tub * 3 dedicated parking stalls
Renovated in 2018 and ready to move in, this bright unfurnished 2-bedroom, 1-bath duplex blends comfort, privacy, and island living. Enjoy efficient split A/C in every room, an ample covered lanai, and a spacious backyard bursting with mature fruit trees—mango, avocado, noni, and more. The outdoor laundry area includes washer, dryer, laundry sink, and space to dry clothes, all conveniently
Newly remodeled 2 Bedroom + Den. 1 Bath 2 parking close to Pearlridge Ridge Shopping Center and Kalauao Pearlridge Metro Station, nature light in the unit with a window AC. No pets. Final candidate subject to $35 credit checking fee. If interested, please call or text, do not inquire via the web.
Studio unit in Pearl City with kitchenette, large closet/storage area, Murphy bed frame, split A/C, community laundry, and backyard lanai with BBQ area. Utilities are shared with the other residents of the house and split on a per-person basis. Home has PV panels, which help reduce electricity costs. Street parking. Conveniently located near Walmart and Pearl Highlands Center (24 Hour Fitness,
Spacious three bedroom, 2 full bathroom single family house with bonus den. This custom built home on a rim lot is located along a cul-de-sac with amazing views from backyard. With a Membership to Newtown Estates Recreation Center, you can enjoy the Recreation Center's Amenities that include a Health Club, Basketball Court, Tennis Court and Swimming Pool. Near shopping centers, eateries, gas
Welcome home to this conveniently located 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit at College Gardens! This unit features 1 assigned parking stall, and in-unit washer and dryer. Centrally located near Leeward Community College, Sam’s Club, shopping centers, dining, and everyday essentials, with quick access to the H-1 Freeway for an easy commute around the island. Enjoy the convenience of having everything you
Spacious two-story, 3-bedroom, 2-bath duplex home with 2 car garage available for rent in a peaceful valley setting nestled against the hillside. The home has been freshly updated with new interior paint and new flooring, giving it a clean and refreshed feel. It features a 2-car garage plus additional driveway parking for two more vehicles, providing plenty of parking for residents and guests.
Immaculate 5-bdr, 3-bth home in the desirable Newtown neighborhood of Aiea. This spacious home offers a versatile layout with 2-bdr, 1-bth, and a living room downstairs. Upstairs features 3-bdr and 2-bth, including a spacious primary suite with a walk-in closet, along with a large living room, dining area, and family room. Enjoy beautiful ocean and mountain views throughout the home.
Enjoy the comfort and convenience of this beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom ground-floor condo offering 912 sq. ft. of bright and functional living space. Updated flooring, a spacious living and dining area, a private patio, and a bright kitchen make this home comfortable for everyday living.Ideally located near Leeward Community College, shopping, restaurants, public
Great location close to shopping, schools, bus stop! Tucked in the middle of Pearl City, freshly updated with 3 ceiling fans, paint, kitchen/baths, all flooring, low maintenance fenced yard, open lanai, ready to move in! Shared washer / dryer tandem parking with 1 covered, storage space in and out. No Application fees however renters insurance is required Easy to see :-)
Tracy ManhanIsland Realty Group, LLC
$1,800 per month
Cozy Detached 1BR/1BA Cottage in Pearl City – Private, Convenient, and Comfortable
Welcome home to this charming detached 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage located in the highly desirable Momilani neighborhood of Pearl City. Offering approximately 700 square feet of comfortable living space, this private cottage is tucked away behind the main residence, providing a peaceful setting while still being conveniently located near everything Central Oahu has to offer.Inside,
2-bedroom unit in Pearl City with large modern kitchen, split A/C in bedrooms, community laundry, and backyard lanai with BBQ area. Utilities are shared with the other residents of the house and split on a per-person basis. Part of a larger house. Home has PV panels, which help reduce electricity costs. 1 driveway parking stall. Conveniently located near Walmart and Pearl Highlands Center (24
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