Located on the shores of the East Loch region of Pearl Harbor, Waimalu is an active census-designated place in a prime location. “You can’t get a more centrally located place on Oahu,” says Catherine Matthews of Callahan Realty Limited, who has over three decades of experience in the area. She notes that the area is close to military bases as well as halfway between Honolulu and Kapolei, what's known as "the second city" on Oahu. "It’s not as busy as those areas, but you still have plenty of restaurants and shopping with Pearl City and Aiea right there,” she says. The densely populated area is home to nearly 14,000 residents on 1.92 square miles of land. The city is intersected by Interstate H-1, which provides further convenience. Those north of the highway live near a championship golf course and world-class hiking trails, while those to the south are close to shopping and the shoreline.
Coastal waters are accessible in nearby Ewa Beach.
Waimalu is only a few minutes drive from golden shores and beach parks.
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Townhouses and condos with coastal views
While Waimalu has a variety of housing styles, townhouses and condos are the most prevalent. The median price for a townhouse in Waimalu is $572,000. Most units are clustered between Interstate H-1 and the shoreline. Condos typically have community fitness centers and pools. Single-family homes have a median price of $1.1 million, with higher prices toward Kaeiwa Heiau State Recreation Center and Pearl at Kalauao Golf Course. The majority of houses are ranch-style builds from the 1970s with private driveways and attached garages. “Those areas have a neighborhood feel,” Matthews says. “People really hold on to their single-family homes and when they go on the market, they get bought up quickly.”
Townhomes and condos are common throughout Waimalu.
Large condominium towers occupy much of central Waimalu.
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Hiking Kaeiwa Heiau State Recreation Area
Pearl at Kalauao is an 18-hole golf course overlooking the Pacific Ocean in the heart of the city. The course changed ownership in 2020 and renovations include a new clubhouse and pro shop. Locals also enjoy Waimalu’s natural landscape. “Everyone here hikes, and in my opinion, our hiking trails are second to none,” Matthews says. The north end of town backs up to the 384-acre Kaeiwa Heiau State Recreation Area. The Aiea Loop Trail is a 5-mile hike that offers views of Pearl Harbor and Oahu’s coastline. The park is also a popular spot for camping and bird-watching. Cyclists take to the Pearl Harbor Bike Path, which begins near the Arizona Memorial at Pearl Habor Marina and runs 5 miles to Waipahu. Locals can head to the nearby Pearlwest Theaters, the go-to spot for the newest Hollywood releases.
The Aiea Loop Trail provides locals with a shaded hiking adventure.
The Koolau mountains provide a dramatic backdrop to Waimalu.
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Shopping at Pearlridge Center
Locals shop at the Pearlridge Center just south of Moanalua Road. The mall features major department stores like Macy’s and Ross, as well as locally-owned clothing and jewelry stores. Major furniture outlets, electronic stores and sporting goods shops sit along Kamehameha Highway. Residents have the choice between Down to Earth, an organic grocer, and major chains like Safeway. Dining is concentrated near the mall. Hibachi, poke and Filipino eateries are interspersed with classic diners and Italian restaurants. Karaoke bars, clubs and island-themed bars provide nightlife options in the city.
Pearlridge Center is the retail hub of Waimalu, providing shops and restaurants.
Waimalu's retail district is anchored by the sprawling Pearlridge Center, which has two separate annexes.
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Aiea High's Academy of Innovation
Kids in the area head to Pear Ridge Elementary School, which has an A-minus grade on Niche. Aiea Intermediate School serves Grades 7-8 and also has an A-minus ranking. Aiea High School holds a B-plus and has a student-teacher ratio of 15-to-1. The high school has an Academy of Innovation in which students can take classes in artificial intelligence, digital design and commercial construction. Our Savior Lutheran School is a private K-8 option in town.
Aiea High School is centrally located in the Aiea community and sits on 15 acres of land.
Overlooking historic Pearl Harbor, ʻAiea High School (AHS), home of Nā Aliʻi opened its doors in 1961.
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Interstate H-1 to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Locals can quickly get around the island as Hawaii’s Interstate H-1 runs east-west through town. H-1 provides access 13 miles to Honolulu and the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. TheBus is an island-wide public transportation service with frequent stops in Waimalu.
The H1 freeway connects Waimalu to Honolulu in the east and Kapolei to the west.
Waimalu's central location makes commuting to neighboring locations easy.
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