Makakilo sits above Kapolei, and that elevation changes everything. The higher neighborhoods enjoy cooling trade winds and expansive views across the leeward coast.
Local market snapshot: Makakilo's July 2026 median single-family sale price was approximately $1.28 million, with homes spending a median of 13 days on market.
What it's like to live here:
Makakilo offers a residential atmosphere with easy access to Kapolei's shopping, dining, schools, recreation, and business centers. Higher elevations can also provide some of the best views in West Oʻahu.
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Expect detached homes, townhomes, condos, and newer planned communities. Properties higher on the ridge often feature mountain, city, or ocean views.
20,735 people live in Makakilo, where the median age is 36.6 and the average individual income is $47,464. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Makakilo, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Island Mini-Mart, Mauka Lani Neighborhood Park, and Universal Kempo Karate.
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| Active | 0.41 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.54 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.93 miles | 2 reviews | 3.5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1 miles | 1 review | 3/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.72 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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Makakilo has 6,200 households, with an average household size of 3.34. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Makakilo do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 20,735 people call Makakilo home. The population density is 5,427 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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