Camp Paumalū, Pearl City, HI
Camp Paumalū — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Camp Paumalū, Pearl City, 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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Camp Paumalū Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Camp Paumalū is a quiet, residential neighborhood nestled in the foothills of Pearl City on the island of Oʻahu. It is situated above the Pearl City Peninsula, offering residents panoramic views of Pearl Harbor, the ʻEwa Plain, and the Waiʻanae Mountain Range. The area is known for its strong community feel and its history tied to the former Camp Paumalū recreational camp.
Character & Lifestyle
The neighborhood maintains a peaceful, family-oriented atmosphere with a mix of long-time residents and military families from nearby bases. Life here is suburban and relaxed, centered around community connections and enjoying the natural mountain backdrop. Its hillside location provides a sense of seclusion while remaining part of the greater Pearl City community.
Housing
Housing in Camp Paumalū primarily consists of single-family homes, many built from the 1960s to the 1980s, on modestly-sized lots. The architectural styles are largely utilitarian, with many homes featuring carports and lānai to take advantage of the views. The area is prized for its relative affordability compared to other Central Oʻahu view neighborhoods.
Getting Around
The neighborhood is accessed via Waimano Home Road and its connecting streets, which wind up into the foothills. While primarily car-dependent, it provides quick access to the H-1 Freeway via the Kaʻonohi Street or Lehua Avenue exits for commutes to Honolulu or the Leeward side. TheBus provides limited public transit service along the main roads at the base of the neighborhood.
Dining & Shopping
Residents typically go to the Pearl City Shopping Center or the nearby Pearlridge Center for major retail, dining, and groceries. Local favorites include Zippy's on Kaʻonohi Street and the restaurants and shops within the Pearl City Peninsula Shopping Center. Daily conveniences are a short, downhill drive away.
Parks & Recreation
The neighborhood itself is residential, but it is adjacent to the expansive Waimano Ridge trails, popular for hiking and mountain biking with stunning ridge-line views. The Pearl City District Park, with its pools, tennis courts, and sports fields, is just minutes away. The historic Camp Paumalū site itself is now home to the Pearl City Community Church and some preserved green spaces.
Camp Paumalū Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $1.2M | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $100K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 53.1% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 46.9% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 96712 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Camp Paumalū, Pearl City
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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 2026-04-17