278 Makaweli Pl, Honolulu, HI, 96825
About This Home
From golden morning light over the ridges to soft evening skies over East Honolulu, this residence captures the rhythm of island living throughout the day. Large windows and open spaces bring the outdoors in, creating a constant connection to Hawaii’s natural beauty. • Prime cul-de-sac setting on the edge of the coveted Koko Kai / Triangle neighborhood • Breathtaking, unobstructed ocean views from both levels — Maunalua Bay, Diamond Head, and the Pacific• Originally fully rebuilt in 2006, with major renovations starting in 2018 • Beautifully designed 408 SF Guest cottage for added flexibility and comfort • Resort-style grounds featuring a 50-foot, 30,000-gallon pool with spa and waterfall • Extended lanai designed for seamless indoor–outdoor living • New exterior stucco finish • Energy-efficient upgrades including 20 PV panels and Tesla charger • Exceptional value of location in a quiet, breezy area of Hawaii Kai • New water heater Please note that the current tax rate reflects ownership as a non-resident foreign seller.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Excellent,Good Condition
- Year built: 1970
Materials
- Construction materials: Double Wall,Masonry,Stucco
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2019
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Detached,Studio
- Property subType: Apartment
Interior
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Bedroom on Main Level,Full Bath on Main Level
- Flooring: Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Hardwood,Other
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 5,312
- Total interior livable area: 3,742 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1390250760000
- Zoning description: 03 - R10 - Residential District
- Special condition: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: In Ground,Pool,Pool/Spa Combo
- Exterior features: Landscaping
- Fencing: Fenced,Wall
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal,Coastline,City,Mountain(s),Ocean,Sunset
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal,Coastline,Ocean
- Frontage type: Other
- Topography of land: Sloping,Terraced
Lot
- Features: Cul-De-Sac,Other
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway,Garage,Two Car Garage,Two Spaces,On Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Earthquake
- Lightning
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Hawaii Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $20,731 | $248,772 |
| Home Insurance * | $633 | $7,596 |
| Property Taxes | $4,474 | $53,688 |
| Electricity | $1,205 | $14,460 |
| Total | $27,043 | $324,516 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Hawaii FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-03 | Price change | $4,200,000 |
| 2025-09-04 | Listed for sale | $4,500,000 |
| 2017-03-29 | Sold | $2,962,000 |
| 2017-01-14 | Listed for sale | $2,988,000 |
| 2014-03-27 | Sold | $2,425,000 |
| 2012-05-16 | Sold | $2,305,000 |
| 2006-10-12 | Sold | $2,450,000 |
| 2005-07-15 | Sold | $1,380,000 |
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