1279 Kanewai St , Honolulu, Hi 96816

Rarely available 7200 sq ft lot in the convenient University neighborhood. Don't miss this amazing opportunity to acquire this property with two dwellings. Well maintained, first time on the market after 2 generations of owner occupants. Main house consists of 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with 2 car carport. Attached to it is a one bedroom with carport parking for one car and additional parking under the picnic pavillion. Live in one, rent the other or use it as a multi family home. Ultra convenient location with UH Manoa, Chaminade, St. Louis School, Hokulani Elementary School, Kanewai Park, City Mill, Kaimuki Town and Kaimuki High School nearby. The ignition start on the right front burner in the main house, does not work and will not be fixed. The door on the one bedroom which enters through the livingroom does not have a key and the lock will not be replaced. Enter through the carport door.

Home details

1,864 sqft interior area

Year Built 1948
Year Remodeled 2013
Days on market 5
Price per sqft $872/sqft
Beds 4
Address
1279 Kanewai St, Honolulu, HI, 96816
Total area 1,864 sqft
Interior area 1,864 sqft
Land area 7,200 sqft
nr.of parking places 4
Property type Multiple Dwellings
Frontage Other
Pool None
Neighborhood University
City of Oahu Honolulu
Region Honolulu
Island Oahu
Land tenure FS - Fee Simple
View Mountain, Sunset

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Mortgage

$8,286

Taxes

$373

HOA dues

$0

Mortgage

Last listprice

Down payment

$325,000 / 20%

Interest rate

6.58%

Loan type

30 years

Your amount $8,286 / month

Taxes

Property taxes

$373 / month

Estimated tax $373 / month

Property tax figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All property tax information needs to be verified by the buyer.

No HOA dues

Neighborhood: University

Oahu

Honolulu

University

Nearby & commute

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14 / 20

Somewhat walkable

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18-20

Most Walkable

15-18

Very walkable

10-15

Somewhat walkable

1-10

Car dependent

Walkability according to the National Walkability Index

Amenities & Features

4 parking places, Vinyl, W/W Carpet floors

Floors

Vinyl, W/W Carpet

Stories

Two

Furnished

Partial

Construction

Above Ground, Single Wall

Utilities

Gas, Public Water, Sewer Fee, Telephone, Water

Property Condition

Average

Amenities

Full Bath on 1st Floor, Maids/Guest Qrters, Storage

Inclusions

AC Split, Ceiling Fan, Drapes, Dryer, Range Hood, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Smoke Detector, Washer, Water Heater

University prices

Average price $823.2k

Neighborhood average sales price*

$823.2k

Neighborhood median sales price*

$740k

Number or sales*

5

Street median sales price*

$740k

Median sale price Kulakane*

$740k

*last 6 months

Schools

15 schools with rating up to 9

School rating		Distance
NR	Aikane O Hokulani 2940 Kamakini St, Honolulu, HI 96816 Elementary School	0.072mi
NR	St Louis School 3142 Waialae Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816 Middle School	0.276mi
NR	St Louis School 3142 Waialae Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816 High School	0.276mi

School rating		Distance
NR	Aikane O Hokulani 2940 Kamakini St, Honolulu, HI 96816	0.072mi
9 out of 10	Hokulani Elementary School 2940 Kamakini St, Honolulu, HI 96816	0.082mi
4 out of 10	Prince Jonah Kuhio Elementary School 2759 South King St, Honolulu, HI 96826	0.504mi
7 out of 10	Aliiolani Elementary School 1240 7th Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816	0.564mi
NR	St Patrick School 3320 Harding Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816	0.604mi

School rating		Distance
NR	St Louis School 3142 Waialae Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816	0.276mi
NR	Varsity International School 2617 South King St., 3-D, Honolulu, HI 96826	0.601mi
NR	St Patrick School 3320 Harding Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816	0.604mi
NR	Our Redeemer Lutheran School 2428 Wilder Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96822	0.765mi
6 out of 10	Education Laboratory Public Charter School 1776 University Ave, Honolulu, HI 96822	0.777mi

School rating		Distance
NR	St Louis School 3142 Waialae Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96816	0.276mi
3 out of 10	Kaimuki High School 2705 Kaimuki Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816	0.415mi
NR	Varsity International School 2617 South King St., 3-D, Honolulu, HI 96826	0.601mi
NR	Lutheran High School Of Hawaii 1404 University Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96822	0.698mi
6 out of 10	Education Laboratory Public Charter School 1776 University Ave, Honolulu, HI 96822	0.777mi

Tax & MLS details 1279 Kanewai St, Honolulu, HI, 96816

MLS #202503000

Current Property Taxes p/month

$373

Assessed Improvement value

$171,600

TMK

1-2-8-030-027-0000

Flood Zone

Zone X

Topography

Level

Lot Description

Other

Total Assessed value

$1,437,000

Listed by

Progressive Properties Group
(808) 754-7934

MLS #

202503000

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What is 1279 Kanewai St?

1279 Kanewai St, Honolulu, HI, 96816 is a single family home located in the University neighborhood of the Honolulu region in the city of Honolulu in zipcode 96816. This single family home has 4 bedrooms & bathrooms with an interior area of 1864 sqft, on a 7200 sqft lot.

When was this home built and last sold?

This house was build in 1948.

What is the full address of this home?

1279 Kanewai St, Honolulu, HI, 96816.

Are there beaches near 1279 Kanewai St?

The nearest beach is 1.380 miles away, called Waikiki Beach. It should take about 6 min drive.

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Listings last updated on February 11, 2025.
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1279 Kanewai St, Honolulu, HI, 96816 is a single family home located in the University neighborhood of the Honolulu region in the city of Honolulu in zipcode 96816. This single family home has 4 bedrooms & bathrooms with an interior area of 1864 sqft, on a 7200 sqft lot. This house was build in 1948.
*Neighborhood & street median sales price are calculated over sold properties over the last 6 months.

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