Welcome ToNu’uanu
Nu’uanu is a scenic stretch of land that extends from Honolulu Harbor to Nu‘uanu Pali along the southern section of Oahu. As a principal valley of Honolulu, it is known for its ecological diversity and as a summer retreat for the Hawaiian monarchy. It also played a vital role in the island’s geography, with the Nu’uanu Pali Tunnels having served as a passageway between the opposite sides of the Ko‘olau mountains for centuries. Today, it is one of the most desirable places to live in Hawaii, with prime real estate and stunning views of Oahu’s northeastern coast. were rediscovered in the 1950s.
Real estate in Nuuanu
The housing market offers single-family homes and townhomes in a variety of architectural styles, including Bungalow and Ranch. The larger homes in the area offer more than 3,000 square feet of living space. Most detached homes are situated on grassy lots with tropical landscaping.
Things to see and do in Nuuanu
- Nu’uanu Pali Lookout is a famed landmark and scenic spot along Pali Highway between Kailua and Honolulu. It commands sweeping views of the Hawaiian landscape, including the Koolau cliffs and Windward Coast.
- Nuʻuanu Reservoir has an abundant population of peacock bass and catfish. The reservoir benefits from preservation efforts to prevent overfishing, with the local body allowing only a controlled number of anglers to fish at any given time and requiring appointments half a year prior to their visit.
- Nuʻuanu Trail is a five to six-mile birding and hiking trail that meanders along a stream that flows from Kamanuwai pond and leads to a lookout.
- Hānaiakamalama, also known as the Queen Emma Summer Palace, is a historic landmark and museum that previously served as the summer retreat for Queen Emma of Hawaii and King Kamehameha IV from 1857 to 1885.
- The Kaniakapūpū Ruins, formerly known as Luakaha, or "place of relaxation" in Hawaiian, harbors the remnants of the former summer palace of King Kamehameha III and Queen Kalama. The ruins date back to the 1840s and were rediscovered in the 1950s
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Work with Hardy Homes Hawaii
Hardy Homes Hawaii specializes in residential properties in Nu’uanu. Contact them at 808.517.2017 or send an email to info(at)hardyhomeshawaii(dotted)com for inquiries.