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WE BUY CONDOS IN KAKA'AKO
Sell your Kaka’ako condo for cash, from Ward Village towers to reserved housing units.
Request a Fair Cash Offer on Your Kaka'ako Condo, Answer in 24 Hours
Yes, you can sell your Kaka’ako condo fast for cash. Hawaii Property Buyers LLC buys units in Ward Village, Kaka’ako’s newer high-rises, and the older mid-rise buildings between Ala Moana and downtown Honolulu. You get a fair cash offer within 24 hours, and we can close in as little as 7 days, without a lender or a long escrow.
Key Takeaways for Kaka’ako Owners
- We buy market-rate and HCDA reserved units, as long as the resale rules allow it.
- Owing more than the unit is worth? We can talk through short sale and payoff options.
- No commissions and no closing costs on your side.
- Up to $10,000 cash advance before closing is available for qualifying sales.
Why Kaka'ako Condo Owners Choose Hawaii Property Buyers
Hassle-Free Process
We handle all the paperwork, so you don’t have to worry about showings, or open houses.
Our Proven Process
You are only three easy steps away from selling your property. Whether you decide to sell or not is your choice.
No Fees or Commissions
Zero realtors commissions, no escrow fees, no closing fees.
Get Paid In CASH
No stress if the buyer is going to get approved for the loan.
Flexible Timelines
We can close in as little as 7 days, or on whatever date works for you.
Sell As-Is
No cleaning, no repairs, we buy your house in as is condition
CASH Advance before Closing
We can give you part of the purchase price in advance before closing
Moving Assistance
We help you move to a different location, whether locally in Hawaii or out of state.
Help Rehoming Pets
We have pets too, so we understand they are part of the family.
Local Expertise
We are locally owned and operated, and we know Hawai’i’s neighborhoods and people.
Bought a Kaka’ako condo that no longer fits your life? Whether you are relocating for work, the monthly fees have outgrown your budget, or the unit is worth less than you paid, we can make you a cash offer and close on your schedule, with no listing, staging, or showings in a crowded building.
Look What Others Say About Their Experience with Us
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Selling Your Kaka'ako Condo in Three Steps
Share your tower and unit number. We’ll pull the building’s budget, reserve study, and any HCDA resale rules, take a look at the unit, and send a written cash offer. If you accept, a Honolulu title company runs escrow and we coordinate move-out with building management.
1. Fill Out the Form:
Visit our website and fill out the form. It’s easy and takes less than a minute.
2. Receive a Cash Offer:
We will reach out to you with any additional questions and promptly provide a fair cash offer.
3. Stress-Free Sale:
We handle the entire transaction and paperwork, so you can enjoy a stress-free sale with no agent fees, no cleaning, no repairs, and no open houses.
Selling a Condo in Kaka’ako
Kaka’ako has changed more than any O’ahu neighborhood in the past 15 years. Old warehouses and auto shops gave way to glass towers, Ward Village, SALT at Our Kaka’ako, and a waterfront park. That means most Kaka’ako condos are fairly new, but it also means many owners bought near the top of the market. The Honolulu Board of REALTORS reported an O’ahu median condo price of about $510,000 in August 2026, roughly 1% lower than a year before, according to the Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Newer Kaka’ako towers price well above that median, and their resale values have been mixed.
Who controls Kaka’ako zoning
Unlike most of Honolulu, Kaka’ako’s development rules are set by a state agency, the Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA). HCDA required developers to set aside “reserved housing” units for local buyers at moderate prices. Those units come with owner-occupancy rules and a regulated period, typically 2 to 10 years depending on the project, during which resale is limited and HCDA holds a buyback right. If you own a reserved unit, we’ll read your deed restrictions with you before we make any offer, and we’ll tell you plainly if a cash sale isn’t allowed yet.
High fees and condo law
Kaka’ako towers come with amenities like pools, gyms, and 24-hour security, and with maintenance fees to match. Each building’s Association of Apartment Owners operates under HRS Chapter 514B, which requires sellers to share association documents and disclose known special assessments. Rising insurance premiums and the cost of keeping new towers in top shape have pushed fees up across many buildings. When fees climb faster than rents, investors start selling, and units sit.
Underwater and relocation sales
Some owners who bought new in 2021 or 2022 now owe close to what the unit would sell for. After agent commissions and closing costs, a retail sale could mean bringing money to the table. A cash sale with no commissions can help, and if you do owe more than the unit is worth, we can explain the short sale path. See selling a house with an underwater mortgage and selling a house when relocating from Hawaii.
Investors and off-island buyers
Many Kaka’ako units were bought by investors from the mainland and Asia. Kaka’ako is not a resort zone, so stays of fewer than 30 days generally aren’t allowed, and most units are long-term rentals. If you’re tired of managing tenants from afar, we can buy with the lease in place. Non-residents should also plan for HARPTA, which holds back 7.25% at closing. Read HARPTA tax explained and selling a rental property in Hawaii.
Kaka’ako buildings and areas where we buy
- Ward Village: towers along Ala Moana Boulevard and Auahi Street near Ward Centers.
- Central Kaka’ako: high-rises around Queen, Kapi’olani, and Cooke streets.
- Older mid-rises: 1970s and 1980s buildings near Ward Avenue and South Street.
- Edges of Ala Moana and Kewalo: units close to Ala Moana Center and Kewalo Basin.
We also buy condos in Waikīkī and homes throughout Honolulu.
Kaka’ako Condo FAQs
Can you buy an HCDA reserved housing unit?
Sometimes. It depends on whether your regulated period has ended and what your deed restrictions say. We’ll review them with you and won’t make an offer that breaks the rules.
I owe more than my condo is worth. Can you help?
We can look at your payoff and give you honest numbers. If a short sale makes sense, we can explain how it works with your lender.
Do you buy units with tenants?
Yes. We can buy with the lease in place, so you don’t have to give notice or wait for the unit to empty.
How quickly can I close?
We can close in as little as 7 days once the building documents are in and title is clear.
Are there any costs to me?
No commissions and no closing costs on your side. The offer is free and comes with no obligation.