We have officially reached the halfway mark of the year. This mid-year Hawaii housing market update delivers the critical year-to-date numbers for the first six months of 2026. If you are tracking Hawaii real estate market trends to acquire a luxury property or diversify your investment portfolio, these numbers reveal a highly localized landscape. Looking at statewide averages alone can be incredibly deceiving. The reality is that each island is behaving like its own distinct microclimate. Let us break down the exact data from January through June of 2026 and compare it directly to the same period in 2025.
Kauai Real Estate: Fewer Sales with Rising Home Prices
The island of Kauai is experiencing a notable divergence between the volume of transactions and actual property values. For single family homes, the island saw 174 units sold during the first six months of 2026. This represents a 12.6 percent decline in sales volume compared to the same period last year. However, the median sales price for single family homes on Kauai surged by 15 percent. This indicates that limited inventory is continuing to drive premium pricing for residential estates.
The Kauai condominium market tells a different story. Condo sales volume dropped significantly, with only 117 units sold year-to-date. This is a steep 21 percent decline from the first half of 2025. Despite this drop in activity, the median sales price for Kauai condos held relatively firm, dropping just under 3 percent to land at $850,000. Buyers looking to secure property on Kauai must act quickly when quality inventory appears, as the lack of volume does not mean sellers are slashing prices across the board.
Oahu Housing Market: Stable Growth Across All Sectors
The island of Oahu remains the most stable and balanced market in the state. Single family home sales on Oahu rose slightly by 1.6 percent year-to-date. The median sales price for these homes also saw a modest increase of 2.2 percent. This steady upward movement shows consistent demand from both local buyers and mainland professionals relocating to the island.
Oahu condominiums mirrored this stable trajectory. There were 2,225 condos sold during the first half of 2026, which is a 1.5 percent increase in volume. The median sales price for condos on Oahu rose to $525,000, representing a 2.8 percent increase compared to the first six months of 2025. If you are planning to purchase a primary residence or a high-performing second home on Oahu, you can explore your options through our Oahu property search portal to find listings that match your criteria.
Maui Condo Prices and Home Trends: A Major Price Correction
Maui has historically been one of the slower markets over the last four years, but we are starting to see transaction activity pick up. The island recorded 364 single family home sales year-to-date, marking a 4 percent increase in volume. However, the median sales price for single family homes on Maui dipped by 3.1 percent. Even with this slight decline, the median price remains at a premium level of $1.2 million.
The most dramatic shift in the entire state occurred in the Maui condominium market. Condo sales volume surged by 11 percent, with 395 units sold. This represents the largest volume increase of any market in Hawaii. This spike in buyer activity was directly driven by a significant price correction. The median sales price for Maui condos fell by 12 percent compared to last year, dropping to $650,000. This price drop has unlocked opportunities for buyers who have been waiting for entry points into the competitive Maui resort market.
Big Island Real Estate: Consistent Declines in Prices and Volume
Hawaii Island, commonly known as the Big Island, presents the most consistent downward trend across both residential and condominium sectors. Unlike the other islands where metrics diverged, the Big Island saw declines in both sales volume and median prices.
Single family home sales on the Big Island fell by 2.7 percent, with 988 homes sold year-to-date. The median sales price also declined by 4.4 percent, landing at $563,000. In the condominium sector, sales volume dropped by 1.8 percent to 270 units sold. The median sales price for Big Island condos experienced a 7.5 percent decline, dropping to $613,000. For sellers on the Big Island, understanding these shifts is crucial to pricing your property correctly. You can request a professional assessment of your property value through our home valuation tool to align your expectations with current market realities.
Statewide Hawaii Real Estate Totals: A Highly Balanced Market
When we aggregate the data from all islands, the statewide totals show a market that is remarkably flat and balanced. The total number of single family homes sold across Hawaii reached 2,956, which is a tiny increase of just 0.8 percent compared to the first half of 2025. The statewide median sales price for single family homes remained virtually unchanged, hovering right at $1 million.
Statewide condo sales fell by 1.5 percent to 3,007 units sold. The average median sales price for condominiums across the state dropped by a minor 1 percent to $545,000. These numbers indicate that while individual islands are experiencing unique local shifts, the overall Hawaii real estate market is in a highly stable, stagnant phase. Days on market and months of inventory have remained consistent over the last twelve months, pointing to a balanced environment for both buyers and sellers.
Hawaii Real Estate Mid-Year 2026 Data Comparison
To help you visualize these trends, we have compiled the year-to-date data for the first six months of 2026 compared to the first six months of 2025. This table highlights the localized nature of our island markets.
| Island & Property Type | Units Sold (YTD 2026) | Volume Change vs 2025 | Median Price (YTD 2026) | Price Change vs 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kauai Single Family | 174 | -12.6% | Data not specified | +15.0% |
| Kauai Condo | 117 | -21.0% | $850,000 | -3.0% |
| Oahu Single Family | Data not specified | +1.6% | Data not specified | +2.2% |
| Oahu Condo | 2,225 | +1.5% | $525,000 | +2.8% |
| Maui Single Family | 364 | +4.0% | $1,200,000 | -3.1% |
| Maui Condo | 395 | +11.0% | $650,000 | -12.0% |
| Big Island Single Family | 988 | -2.7% | $563,000 | -4.4% |
| Big Island Condo | 270 | -1.8% | $613,000 | -7.5% |
| Statewide Single Family | 2,956 | +0.8% | ~$1,000,000 | Flat |
| Statewide Condo | 3,007 | -1.5% | $545,000 | -1.0% |
Planning Your Next Steps in Hawaii Real Estate
Because the Hawaii housing market is highly localized, relying on broad statewide averages can lead to costly mistakes. The opportunities on Maui are vastly different from the trends we are seeing on Kauai or the Big Island. Whether you are looking to acquire a luxury estate on the Kona Coast or sell your Hawaii property on Oahu, you need boots-on-the-ground expertise to execute your strategy effectively.
Our team operates with high-velocity urgency to help you secure the right opportunities before they slip away. If you are ready to explore your options, schedule a direct consultation with our local experts today.
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