A penthouse opportunity this rare deserves a second look. Located in the waterfront Esplanade community, this spacious 2-level residence offers 1,657 square feet of interior living space, three bedrooms, two baths, soaring ceilings, multiple lanais, and unforgettable marina, ocean, mountain, Diamond Head, coastline, and sunset views. Ready for renovation, the home gives its next owner the freedom to design a home while starting with features that cannot be recreated: exceptional space, an upper-floor setting, panoramic views, and three assigned parking stalls. Esplanade is a pet-friendly community with a saltwater pool, tennis courts, fitness center, sauna, whirlpool, BBQ areas, recreation spaces, walking paths, security, and waterfront grounds. A boat slip is included when available. Conveniently located near beaches, Costco, shopping, dining, schools, and outdoor recreation, this is an outstanding opportunity to create a distinctive East Oahu home. Bring your contractor, your creativity, and your pets, then transform this rarely available penthouse into the home everyone wishes they had discovered first. Pets allowed; buyers to verify association rules and boat-slip availability.
CondoProperty Type
1973Year Built
4.72 acresLot Size
$453Price/Sq.Ft.
$2,121/moHOA Dues
3 spacesParking
Listed by James Kiko• Corcoran Pacific Properties
Listed by Sasha Mason• Corcoran Pacific Properties
Hawaii Kai, located between Koko Head and Maunalua Bay, is a waterfront and hillside East Honolulu neighborhood with a marina-lined shoreline and ridge-to-ocean views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Hawaii Kai Towne Center along Kalanianaʻole Highway, where patios, local eateries, and everyday errands share the same breezy strip. Pillars include Kona Brewing Co. Hawaii Kai, Roy’s Hawaii Kai, and the Hawaiʻi Kai Public Library. Homes range from mid-century slopeside residences to marina-front townhomes with boat slips. Koko Marina’s canals and Maunalua Bay shape a water-forward routine, while nearby trailheads set a steady outdoor cadence. Shopping clusters stay low-slung and open-air, matching the coastal light and trade-wind feel.
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Offer insights
500 Lunalilo Home Rd Unit 28J · $750,000
$747K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $747K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
102 days
The average home goes pending in 92 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.3%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Living
Interior features
Full bath on main level
Has view
Average condition
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Flooring
Ceramic tile
Hardwood
Laminate
Marble
Vinyl
Exterior features
Marina frontage
Heated community pool
Community spa
Dock
Deck/porch
Patio
Barbecue area
Putting green
Trails/paths
Recreation area
Storage facilities
Dog park
Fitness facilities
Tennis courts
Clubhouse
Home design
2-story building
Esplanade building
Entry on level 8
Fee simple land tenure
Parking
Assigned covered parking
Secured parking
One or two spaces assigned
3 total parking spaces
Security
Security guard
Construction
Double wall construction
Masonry and concrete construction
Stucco exterior
HOA & community
Monthly association fee of $167
Association covers common areas, cable TV, hot water, and internet
Association amenities include marina access and on-site management
Maintenance expense approximately $1,954.24
Financial info
Pets allowed — contact association for details
Electricity and solar
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Sale and tax history for 500 Lunalilo Home Rd Unit 28J
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
HiCentral MLS #202611295
Jun 23, 2026
Listed
$750,000
$453/sq ft
HiCentral MLS #202609979
Jun 16, 2026
Listing Removed
—
May 21, 2026
Listed
$750,000
$453/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 5, 2007
Sold
$268,800
$162/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 15, 2005
Sold
$270,000
$163/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 21, 2004
Sold
$340,588
$206/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 29, 2002
Sold
$246,000
$148/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 31, 1990
Sold
$450,000
$272/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1978
Sold
$135,000
$81/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$3,442 (+10.8%)
$315,600 + $667,800
$983,400
2021
$3,107 (−10.6%)
$315,600 + $667,800
$983,400
2020
$3,475 (+5.1%)
$295,900 + $591,800
$887,700
2019
$3,306 (+6.9%)
$295,900 + $696,900
$992,800
2018
$3,092
$289,300 + $655,200
$944,500
2017
$3,089 (−2.6%)
$236,700 + $646,600
$883,300
2016
$3,171 (+22.5%)
$184,100 + $698,500
$882,600
2014
$2,589 (+7.6%)
$155,200 + $651,600
$806,800
2013
$2,406 (+1.6%)
$156,500 + $583,400
$739,900
2012
$2,367
$153,100 + $534,400
$687,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,657
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,657
Year built
1973
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Honolulu County
APN
1 3 9 008 009 0155
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Mar 8, 2023.
A-2
Medium-Density Apartment District
The intent of the A-2 medium density apartment district is to provide areas for medium density, multi-family dwellings. It is intended primarily for concentrated urban areas where public services are centrally located and infrastructure capacities are adequate.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Student
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Climate risks
2/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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1/10 Air Factor
Minimal risk of unhealthy air over next 30 years
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Historical weather
Honolulu, HI • 96825
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Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Honolulu. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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