The Kohala Market Snapshot for August 2025 highlights the breathtaking region along the west coast of Hawaii’s Big Island. Known as “The Big Island” to distinguish it from the state itself, this unique destination offers a diverse array of communities and landscapes.
The renowned Kohala Coast is divided into two distinct areas: North Kohala and South Kohala. North Kohala encompasses the island’s rural northern tip, featuring the charming towns of Hawi and Kapa’au, as well as the prestigious Kohala Ranch communities situated at its southern border.
South Kohala stretches just beyond Kohala Ranch and encompasses some of the island’s most prestigious destinations, including the world-class resorts of Mauna Kea, Mauna Lani, and Waikoloa Beach. This vibrant region also features Waikoloa Village, a charming community located just six miles inland from the coast, as well as Waimea, a picturesque town nestled in the lush Waimea Valley.
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The Kohala Real Estate Market Update for August 2025 reflected a shift in activity, with single-family home sales moderating compared to the same month last year, while the condo market showed resilience.
- Single-Family Homes:
In August, 16 single-family homes sold across Kohala, down from 22 sales in August 2024. Both submarkets felt this pullback: North Kohala declined from 6 to 4 sales, while South Kohala slipped from 16 to 12 sales. - Condos:
In contrast, condo sales edged upward, with 10 units closing in August versus 9 during the same period last year.
Despite softer monthly numbers, year-to-date sales volumes remain stable to positive.
- Kohala overall posted 168 single-family sales so far in 2025, slightly higher than 166 by this point last year.
- North Kohala held steady with 47 sales year-to-date, while South Kohala inched up from 119 to 121.
- Condos marked the only year-to-date decline, dropping from 131 units sold in 2024 to 108 this year.
Pricing Trends
Median sale prices in August highlighted a split market:
- North Kohala rose sharply year-over-year, climbing from $875,000 in August 2024 to $1,140,125 in August 2025.
- South Kohala softened slightly, dipping from $1,094,000 to $1,047,500.
- The condo market continued to strengthen, with the median price jumping from $1,030,000 to $1,276,500.
Year-to-date, however, single-family home prices are trending lower.
- North Kohala’s median is down 5%, from $1,000,000 to $950,000.
- South Kohala is off 3.76%, from $1,065,000 to $1,025,000.
- Condos are the outlier, up 10.8%, from $1,065,000 to $1,180,000.
Analysis: The Kohala Real Estate Update highlights a market in transition. While monthly sales volumes fell compared to last year, overall year-to-date activity remains in positive territory. Single-family home prices have experienced a steady decline over the past three months, signaling a cooling trend in that segment. In contrast, the condo market continues to gain momentum, with median prices posting consistent increases every month this year.
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Kohala Real Estate Market Highlights for August 2025
- No. of single-family homes sold in North Kohala – 4
- No. of single-family homes sold in South Kohala – 12
- No. of condo units sold in South Kohala – 10
- YTD No. of single-family homes sold in North Kohala – 47
- YTD No. of single-family homes sold in South Kohala – 121
- YTD No. of condo units sold in South Kohala – 108
- Median sales price of a single-family home in North Kohala – $1,140,000
- Median sales price of a single-family home in South Kohala – $1,047,000
- Median sales price of a condo in South Kohala – $1,276,500
- YTD median sales price of a single-family home in North Kohala – $950,000
- YTD median sales price of a single-family home in South Kohala – $1,025,000
- YTD median sales price of a condo in South Kohala – $1,180,000
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Kohala Market Snapshot for August 2025 – Key Takeaways
Q: How did single-family home sales perform in August 2025 compared to last year in Kohala?
- Sales fell moderately year-over-year.
- 16 homes sold in August 2025 vs. 22 homes in August 2024.
- North Kohala: Down from 6 sales to 4.
- South Kohala: Down from 16 sales to 12.
Q: What about condo sales in Kohala?
- Condo sales moved in the opposite direction, increasing slightly.
- 10 condos sold in August 2025 vs. 9 in August 2024.
Q: Are year-to-date sales volumes positive or negative in Kohala?
- Despite the softer August numbers, year-to-date totals remain steady to slightly positive for single-family homes.
- Kohala Overall: 168 homes sold YTD (2025) vs. 166 (2024).
- North Kohala: Steady at 47 homes both years.
- South Kohala: Increased from 119 to 121 homes.
- Condos: Only segment with a YTD decline — 108 units (2025) vs. 131 units (2024).
Q: How did median sale prices perform in Kohala in August?
- North Kohala: Significant increase — $875,000 (2024) to $1,140,125 (2025).
- South Kohala: Slight decline — $1,094,000 (2024) to $1,047,500 (2025).
- Condos: Strong growth — $1,030,000 (2024) to $1,276,500 (2025).
Q: What about year-to-date median prices in Kohala?
- North Kohala: Down 5% — $1,000,000 (2024) to $950,000 (2025).
- South Kohala: Down 3.76% — $1,065,000 (2024) to $1,025,000 (2025).
- Condos: Up 10.8% — $1,065,000 (2024) to $1,180,000 (2025).
Q: What’s the overall market trend in Kohala?
- Single-family homes: Cooling, with prices trending downward year-to-date.
- Condos: Strengthening, with consistent price growth all year.
- Buyers are showing continued demand for resort-area condos, often for investment or lifestyle purposes.
Key Takeaways of the Kohala Market Snapshot
- Single-family home sales fell in August, but year-to-date totals remain slightly positive.
- Condo sales grew modestly in August but are down year-to-date.
- Pricing trends are diverging: single-family homes are softening, condos are appreciating.
- North Kohala saw the strongest August price growth, while South Kohala declined slightly.
- Condos are the only market segment showing consistent year-to-date appreciation.