Is Honolulu, HI a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Honolulu is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since November 2023

At the same time last year, Honolulu was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Honolulu is a Buyers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be lower and homes stay on the market longer.

Housing Prices in Honolulu, HI

How much do homes in Honolulu, HI cost?

Median Sold Price

$691,200

$709/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since November 2023

+$52,112(+8.2%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Honolulu have sold for 8.2% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Honolulu was $691,200 in November 2024, up 8.2% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $709.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
1 $415K$415K
0.0%
2 $610K$609.5K
-0.1%
3 $1.1M$1.1M
+2.3%
4 $1.4M$1.6M
+13.8%
5+ $1.5M$1.5M
+1.8%

Summary: Honolulu housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 0.1%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 13.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 1.8%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Honolulu
+8.2%
Ewa
+2.3%

Housing Supply in Honolulu, HI

How many homes are available in Honolulu, HI?

Number of Homes For Sale

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1,9282,048+6.2%

Summary: The Honolulu real estate market had 2,048 homes for sale in November 2024, a 6.2% increase compared to October 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1 631677
+7.3%
2 749806
+7.6%
3 284306
+7.7%
4 104103
-1.0%
5+ 160156
-2.5%

Summary: The Honolulu housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 7.3%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 7.6%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 7.7%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 1%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 2.5%.

Number of Homes Sold

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
278249-10.4%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

147 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

57 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

45 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Honolulu, you may be able to get a good deal. 59% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 249 homes were sold or pending in Honolulu in November 2024, down by 10.4% month-over-month. Of the 249 sold homes, 59% were sold under asking, 23% were sold at asking, and 18% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Honolulu, HI

How long does it take to sell a home in Honolulu, HI?

Average Sale Time

Nov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
55 Days60 Days+9.2%

Summary: Homes in Honolulu had an average of 60 days on market in Nov 2024, up by 9.2% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

120 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

71 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

58 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Honolulu are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During November 2024, 249 homes were sold in Honolulu; 48% of homes were sold within 30 days, 29% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 23% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 22 Days Ago

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