Kalihi, Honolulu, HI
Kalihi — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Kalihi, Honolulu, Hawaii. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Hawaii Real Estate Commission (HIREC) licensing database.
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Kalihi Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Kalihi is a densely populated, historically significant neighborhood located just northwest of downtown Honolulu. It is a gateway community, home to Honolulu International Airport and the iconic Aloha Tower, and serves as a major residential and industrial hub for the island.
Character & Lifestyle
Kalihi is known for its strong sense of community, cultural diversity, and working-class roots, with a large population of Filipino, Micronesian, and other Pacific Islander residents. The lifestyle is practical and family-oriented, centered around local schools, churches, and neighborhood gatherings that reflect its rich immigrant heritage.
Housing
Housing in Kalihi primarily consists of older single-family homes, many built in the post-World War II plantation era, alongside numerous low-rise apartment buildings and multi-unit dwellings. The area offers some of the more affordable housing options on Oahu, though prices have risen significantly in recent years.
Getting Around
Kalihi is a major transit corridor, bisected by the H-1 Freeway and served by several key bus routes along streets like Dillingham Boulevard and King Street. While traffic can be heavy, its central location provides relatively quick access to Downtown, the airport, and leeward communities.
Dining & Shopping
The neighborhood is a destination for authentic, affordable local food, with legendary spots like Gina's Barbecue, Nanding's Bakery, and numerous Filipino eateries and markets along Kalihi Street. Shopping is geared toward daily needs, with strip malls, discount stores, and specialized shops like Tamashiro Market for fresh seafood.
Parks & Recreation
Kalihi Valley District Park offers extensive facilities including pools, gyms, and sports fields, while the nearby Kalihi Valley Nature Park provides hiking trails into the lush Ko'olau foothills. The waterfront Kapalama Military Reservation area also offers fishing and views of the harbor.
Kalihi Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $907K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $73K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 41.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 58.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 4.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Balanced | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 96817 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Kalihi, Honolulu
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Hawaii Real Estate Commission (HIREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-18