Hawaii Housing Report: Honolulu and Oahu MarketUpdate, May 2026

In this May 2026 edition of theHawaii Housing Report, we take a focused, data driven look at the current state of the Honolulu and Oahu real estate market and the global forces now influencing local housing dynamics.

Hosted by Patrick W ONeill, R PrincipalBroker and CEO of Luxury Homes International, this episode features expert insight from Hawaii economist Paul Brewbaker and mortgage industry veteran Anders Hostelley. Together, they analyze how geopolitical tensions, includingthe evolving Iran war, elevated oil prices, and interest rate volatility are shaping economic conditions and buyer behavior across Oahu.

The Hawaii Housing Report, ranked among FeedSpot’s Top 30 Hawaii News Podcasts, delivers clear, candid analysisgrounded in real data and local expertise.

This episode focuses exclusively on the Honolulu and Oahu housing market, with detailed discussion across singlefamily homes, condominiums, luxury properties, and urban versus suburban performance. Topics include median price trends, inventory levels, months of supply, financing conditions, and shifting buyer and seller strategies in a higher cost environment.

Special attention is given to how rising oil prices are impacting inflation and cost of living in Hawaii, how interest rate movements are affecting affordability and transaction volume, and how global uncertainty is influencing both local and international demand for Hawaii real estate.

Whether you are a homeowner, buyer, seller, investor, developer, or real estate professional, this episode providespractical insight to help you navigate today’s market with clarity and confidence.

Key discussion points include: • How global instability, including the Iran conflict, is influencing Hawaii’shousing market • The impact of oil prices on inflation, travel demand, and local cost pressures • Interest rate trends and what they mean for buyers and refinancing in 2026 • Current inventory levels, pricing trends, and months ofsupply on Oahu • Condominium market conditions, including insurance challenges and opportunities • Luxury market performance and high end buyer activity in Honolulu • Strategic considerations for buyers, sellers, and investors in ashifting market Covering the core markets of Honolulu and Oahu, the Hawaii Housing Report provides trusted marketintelligence, economic context, and actionable insights for anyone tracking Hawaii real estate.

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