Hawaii Housing Report: Honolulu and Oahu Market Update, March 2026

In this March 2026 edition of the Hawaii 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 O’Neill, Principal Broker 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, including the evolving Iran conflict, 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 analysis grounded in real data and local expertise.

This episode focuses exclusively on the Honolulu and Oahu housing market, with detailed discussion across single family 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 provides practical 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’s housing 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 of supply 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 a shifting market

Covering the core markets of Honolulu and Oahu, the Hawaii Housing Report provides trusted market intelligence, economic context, and actionable insights for anyone tracking Hawaii real estate.

Subscribe on Spotify for ongoing updates, expert interviews, and in depth analysis of Honolulu and Oahu real estate trends.

Hawaii Housing Report: Honolulu & Oʻahu Annual Review and 2026 Market Predictions

In this special annual edition of the Hawaii Housing Report, we take a deep, data-driven look back at Honolulu and Oʻahu’s real estate market in 2025 and deliver forward-looking predictions for 2026.

Hosted by Patrick O’Neill, Principal Broker 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 the economic forces, housing trends, and financing dynamics shaping the Oʻahu market as we move into the new year.

The Hawaii Housing Report is ranked in the Top 30 Hawaii News Podcasts by FeedSpot and is a trusted source for clear, candid discussions on Hawaii real estate and economic conditions.

This episode is focused exclusively on the Honolulu and Oʻahu housing market, with detailed discussion across single-family homes, condominiums, luxury properties, and urban core versus suburban performance. Topics include median price trends, inventory levels, months of supply, interest rate outlook, affordability challenges, condominium insurance pressures, and buyer and seller behavior heading into 2026.

Whether you are a homeowner, buyer, seller, investor, developer, or real estate professional, this conversation provides practical insight grounded in real data and local expertise, not headlines or speculation.

Key discussion points include:
• What 2025 revealed about buyer and seller behavior on Oʻahu
• Which market segments are showing resilience and which remain under pressure
• Mortgage rate trends and financing considerations for 2026
• Condominium market risks, insurance issues, and emerging opportunities
• Luxury and high-end urban market activity in Honolulu
• Strategic considerations for buyers, sellers, and investors planning for the year ahead

Covering the core markets of Honolulu and Oʻahu, the Hawaii Housing Report delivers expert perspective, local market intelligence, and economic clarity for anyone tracking Hawaii real estate.

Subscribe on Spotify for ongoing market updates, expert interviews, and in-depth analysis of Honolulu and Oʻahu real estate trends.

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Hawaii Housing Report

Welcome to the November Hawaii Housing Report, your monthly deep dive into Hawaii real estate trends, mortgage rates, home prices, and market conditions across Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island. Hosted by Patrick O’Neill, Principal Broker of Luxury Homes International, with expert economic analysis from Dr. Paul Brewbaker of TZ Economics, this episode delivers timely insight for buyers, sellers, investors, and Hawaii real estate professionals.

In this month’s report, we break down the latest market data and explain what it means for Hawaii’s housing market heading into the end of 2025. We cover:

• Oahu single-family home trends: inventory levels, median price direction, and buyer demand

• Honolulu condo market update: why condo prices remain flat and how insurance, deferred maintenance, and aging buildings are shaping valuations

• Mortgage rate movement: the 30-year fixed rate, inflation expectations, and where jumbo financing is headed

• Market dynamics across the islands: Maui rebuilding pathways, Big Island development outlook, and Kauai ownership trends

• Seasonality factors and what to expect during the winter buying cycle

• The impact of construction costs, supply constraints, and migration patterns on long-term price stability

Dr. Brewbaker offers his trademark big-picture perspective on the Hawaii economy, including inflation, jobs, tourism recovery, household formation, and how global macro trends influence local real estate. Patrick O’Neill adds boots-on-the-ground insight from the Honolulu market, including what sellers are experiencing, where buyers are focused, and how inventory shifts are affecting negotiations.

Whether you’re a homeowner, future buyer, investor, or a real estate agent, this episode provides clear, data-driven analysis to help you understand where the Hawaii housing market is headed.

🎧 Tune in to learn:
• Will mortgage rates fall again?
• Why condo inventory is rising while prices remain flat
• Why single-family home prices continue to show resilience
• What macro-economic forces are shaping Hawaii real estate in 2025
• How international buyers and inter-island migration patterns are influencing demand
• What opportunities may open in early 2026

Patrick W ONeill R Principal Broker

Luxury Homes International | RB-18777