Lanikai Real Estate

Welcome to Lanikai, a hidden gem nestled on the eastern coast of Oahu, Hawaii, within the charming town of Kailua. Renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, Lanikai boasts pristine beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and a backdrop of lush, verdant mountains. This idyllic neighborhood is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a tranquil lifestyle.

Lanikai is famous for its stunning beach, often ranked among the best in the world. With powdery white sands and gentle waves, it’s the perfect spot for swimming, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding. The iconic Mokulua Islands, just offshore, provide a picturesque view and an adventurous destination for those wanting to explore.

The community is primarily residential, featuring a mix of charming cottages and luxurious beachfront homes, all exuding a laid-back Hawaiian vibe. The friendly atmosphere and sense of community make Lanikai an inviting place to call home. Residents enjoy easy access to local amenities, including delightful cafes, boutique shops, and farmers' markets, all within a short drive or leisurely bike ride.

For families, Lanikai is served by excellent schools and offers a safe environment for children to play and grow. The neighborhood is also known for its commitment to preserving its natural beauty, with lush parks and hiking trails that wind through the nearby Lanikai Pillbox hike, offering stunning panoramic views of the coastline.

Whether you’re looking for a serene retreat or an active lifestyle, Lanikai promises a unique blend of relaxation and adventure, making it one of Hawaii’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Experience the magic of Lanikai and discover why it’s a place where dreams come true!

Newest Listings in Lanikai

$8,100,000

3 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 202618112 MLS ⋅ FS - Fee Simple Tenure ⋅ 4 DOM

Set along an exceptional stretch of Lanikai beachfront, 914 Mokulua Drive offers direct access to white sand with 75 linear feet of ocean frontage, bordered by naupaka for a natural buffer. The home boasts sweeping views of the Windward coast, encompassing the iconic Mokulua Islands as well as Popoia Island and Mokapu beyond. Inside, the airy great room is designed to breathe, capturing ocean views and towering coconut palms across a lush grassy lawn. Three primary suites, each with an ensuite bath and walk-in closet, offer generous comfort, while a private office with an adjacent half bath provides a quiet workspace or flexible guest room. Beyond the main house, a separate studio cottage with a full bath plus workshop adds ample room to host, create, exercise, or simply spread out. Step outside for a swim, paddle, or a sunset walk, then head into Kailua town in minutes for shopping and restaurants. This is your chance to be part of Lanikai’s world-famous coastline—sun, sand, sea, and island views.

914 Mokulua Drive, Kailua

$3,490,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 202617667 MLS ⋅ FS - Fee Simple Tenure ⋅ 9 DOM

Exceptional value and potential in the coveted Lanikai neighborhood! Tucked away on a quiet street off the main loop, this light-filled, move-in-ready 5-bedroom, 3-bath home captures beautiful ocean and Mokulua Island views from the main living areas, kitchen, dining area and primary bedroom. Abundant windows let in tons of natural light and ocean breezes and an expansive lanai for dining and entertaining offers memorable sunrise & moonrise views. Above the detached garage, a flexible suite with full bath, Murphy bed & built-in workspace offers exceptional Mokulua views—ideal as a fifth bedroom, guest suite or private office, while showcasing the property’s incredible view potential. Shovel-ready, approved permits expand the home to 4,400+ sq ft, maximizing its ocean and Mokulua views—with the 2-year design and permitting process already complete. Enjoy privacy from the lush landscaping. A level backyard has room for a pool and is ready for your vision. The private 5-foot-wide deeded easement to Aalapapa Drive puts Lanikai’s turquoise water and white sand just 300 yards away. This home is only being offered for a limited time so don’t wait to schedule your private showing!

1342 Mokolea Drive, Kailua

$15,250,000

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 202609183 MLS ⋅ FS - Fee Simple Tenure ⋅ 11 DOM

This exceptional Lanikai beachfront estate features over half an acre of land extending from the street directly to the sand and ocean. Unlike many of the neighboring properties that sit above rock and reef, this home opens directly onto the sandy beach, offering a rare and true beachfront experience with views of the Mokulua Islands. The house is built for how people actually live. Walls of glass retract and disappear, so the kitchen, dining area, pool courtyard, and beach read as one space. The open kitchen is where people gather, sized for a crowd and opening to outdoor dining and the grill. In the ocean, at the pool, or in the cool air inside, you are never closed off from the other areas. The upstairs primary suite was designed to take full advantage of the views from your bed, sitting area, bath or the private ocean-view lanai. This is a property people can grow into and form to their lifestyle. Beyond the lawn you have the Lanikai Pillbox trailhead, Mid Pacific Country Club, and the shops and restaurants of Kailua a short drive away. The ocean is the front yard. Property is offered fully furnished and being sold turnkey.

958 Mokulua Drive, Kailua

$3,200,000

202617739 MLS ⋅ FS - Fee Simple Tenure ⋅ 16 DOM

Embrace the ultimate coastal lifestyle in Oahu’s premier beachside enclave. Situated just two houses back from the powder-soft sands and clear turquoise waters of world-renowned Lanikai Beach, this extraordinary 16,125-square-foot level parcel presents an exceptional opportunity to construct a custom legacy estate. Significantly larger than the average lot size in the neighborhood, this cleared, buildable and surveyed property provides a pristine canvas for your architectural vision. Enjoy effortless ocean access just steps from your driveway—launch your paddleboard or kayak for an easy excursion to the iconic Mokulua Islands. Hike Ka'iwa Ridge to the WW II pillbox for sunrise and windward panoramic views. Enjoy the recreation, dining and social life that MidPacific Country Club offers in your own neighborhood. Comes complete with architect sketches for a gracious Kamaaina-style home designed for comfort and gracious island living. Recent Survey is available. Don't miss this rare opportunity to secure buildable land of this size and caliber in Lanikai that seldom appears on the market.

118 Kaiolena Drive, Kailua

$3,999,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 202612764 MLS ⋅ FS - Fee Simple Tenure ⋅ 16 DOM

Panoramic turquoise ocean views set the stage for this exceptional Lanikai hillside property. Perched high enough to capture refreshing trade winds and breathtaking vistas, yet easily accessible without a long climb, this home offers the best of both worlds. Whether you’re seeking a private retreat, a spacious single-family residence, or a unique investment opportunity, this versatile property offers endless possibilities. Continue generating excellent rental income with the current upper and lower living areas, or easily restore the home to a single-family residence by reopening the center staircase. Enjoy split ACs in every bedroom, along with beautiful hardwood flooring that adds character throughout portions of the home. Located on a quiet cul de sac with no through traffic and dual-street access, a generous lot with meandering lava rock walls extending from Koohoo Pl. to Aalapapa Dr. A prime location just moments from one of Lanikai’s beautiful sandy beach access points, Lanikai Park, Mid Pacific Country Club and Golf Course, and highly regarded Ka'ohao Elementary School, this is a rare opportunity to own an exceptional property in one of Hawaii's most coveted neighborhoods.

1010 Koohoo Place, Kailua

$5,798,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 202614113 MLS ⋅ FS - Fee Simple Tenure ⋅ 58 DOM

Special Lanikai beachside retreat just steps away from sparkling turquoise waters, with iconic Mokulua Island views just beyond the white sandy beach. This plantation-style home exudes charm, warmth, character, and offers resort-like living--swim, snorkel, sail, kayak, or paddle board, right out your door. An architect-designed gate welcomes you into lush landscaping with mango, banana trees, tropical plants, and flowers. The inviting living room w/impressive wood-vaulted ceilings and slate flooring opens through French doors to a a large covered lanai, ideal for family gatherings and entertaining. Gourmet kitchen features Thermador gas stove/convection oven, full-sized Miele freezer & refrigerator, walk-in pantry, wine refrigerator and bar area. The spacious primary suite upstairs showcases Australian eucalyptus hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, built-in desk, wet bar, walk-in closet, wraparound lanais, and rooftop deck with Ko'olau mountain, Lanikai Pillbox, and ocean views. Enjoy early morning swims, backyard fire pit, hot/cold outdoor shower, two-car garage, & guest parking. A heavenly Lanikai property where indoor/outdoor living is a daily treat just steps from sand and sea.

1036 Mokulua Drive, Kailua

$4,250,000

5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 202614376 MLS ⋅ FS - Fee Simple Tenure ⋅ 67 DOM

Nestled on a hillside cul-de-sac in the quiet end of Lanikai, this move-in ready, architect-designed, custom-built home offers a perfect blend of luxury & tranquility. A short walk to Lanikai Beach, and built new from the ground up in 2011, this home offers privacy, comfort & a lifestyle of unparalleled beauty. Ideal for entertaining, the spacious great room features custom mahogany slidersthat open 24 ft to an expansive covered lanai. The gourmet kitchen includes Thermador appliances, abundant custom Pyinkado cabinets & granite countertops. Travertine floors run seamlessly from the main level out onto the lanai, while the 2nd level showcases stunning solid Tigerwood hardwood floors. The 2nd floor features a primary suite w/an ensuite bath, large walk-in closet & private lanai w/ocean & Mokulua Island views. A 2nd bedroom on this level w/a full bath also makes a perfect office. The lower level, built new in 2020, consists of an expansive L-shaped rec room w/a wet bar, full bath, and a lanai w/steps leading to a terraced backyard filled w/plumeria, citrus, avocado, and banana trees. Eco-friendly features include 44 owned solar panels and a backup battery system.

314 Lapa Place, Kailua

$7,805,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 202613137 MLS ⋅ FS - Fee Simple Tenure ⋅ 87 DOM

Experience one-of-a-kind oceanfront living in the heart of Lanikai. Nestled along the shoreline in one of Hawai?i's most coveted neighborhoods, this private tropical retreat captures sweeping Pacific Ocean views and offers inviting spaces designed for relaxed island living and effortless entertaining. Enjoy days by the pool, host gatherings on the spacious covered lanai, and take in the cooling trade winds, gentle surf, and frequent visits from sea turtles. The home captures sweeping Pacific Ocean views from nearly every room, with an open floor plan that maximizes natural light and creates a strong connection to the oceanfront setting. Upstairs, four vaulted-ceiling bedrooms provide comfortable retreats, including a primary suite where expansive windows frame beautiful sunrise views. A wraparound lanai extends the living space, with additional bedrooms also enjoying tranquil ocean vistas. Ideally situated just half a block from the white sands of Lanikai Beach, one block from Kailua Beach, and two blocks from Mid-Pacific Country Club, this waterfront home combines privacy, breathtaking scenery, and an unparalleled location to create the ultimate island lifestyle.

846 Mokulua Drive, Kailua

$6,650,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 202612902 MLS ⋅ FS - Fee Simple Tenure ⋅ 91 DOM

Experience breathtaking Mokulua Islands views from every corner of this Lanikai hillside home. The home offers head-on, unobstructed views of the Mokes, with the sea & coral shifting colors from sunrise to sunset, while the elevated lanai frames a front-row seat to the ocean's daily rhythm—paddlers, sailboats, and passing whales in winter. Tucked away on a quiet, dead-end street, the home is a true oasis that is away from the busy loop and above the tsunami evacuation zone, while being only a few minutes walk to the beach. A fully fenced yard and separate entrances into the home make the property ideal for any lifestyle—entertaining, children, pets, or multi-generational living. The floor plan offers several options for a quiet home office away from other living areas, providing flexibility. Fruit-bearing trees surrounds the home, butter avocado, mango, coconut, fig, tangerine and lemon. Beyond its beauty, there may be opportunity for upside: sitting below the current building height limit and with a generously sized lot, options abound. A rare blend of privacy, panoramic head-on Mokes views, an extra-large lot, and future flexibility awaits in this Lanikai hillside sanctuary.

344 Lama Place, Kailua

$11,950,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 202611360 MLS ⋅ FS - Fee Simple Tenure ⋅ 91 DOM

LANIKAI 5 STAR RESORT, with steps right into the sea. This charming jewel box sits right on the bright blue clear waters of Lanikai with a perfect view of the Mokulua Islands. Open your eyes each day to incredible Lanikai Sunrises! Situated at the quiet coveted end of the Lanikai loop, this home is private, gated and has everything for your new Hawaiian lifestyle. Newly built in 2007 by Chris Emerson this custom home is a show case of quality construction with a timeless Hawaiian design. This well maintained home features board-and-batten on both the interior and exterior walls of the home, vaulted Ceilings in each room, all custom doors and built ins, concrete floors, marble counter tops, mature landscaping, large park like green spaces with over 18,000 sq ft of land, and a newly renovated salt water pool & jacuzzi. The Main home features 3 ensuite beds with 3.5 baths, 2 outside showers, a very large primary closet, the pool house / recreation room is now set up as a bedroom with private bath. Features include an Infrared sauna, small gym area, oversized 2 car garage, gated 1 car carport, 2 on demand gas water heaters, propane gas, gas tiki torches, solar panels and generator.

1586 Mokulua Drive, Kailua

$9,450,000

4 Beds ⋅ 7 Baths ⋅ 202612618 MLS ⋅ FS - Fee Simple Tenure ⋅ 93 DOM

TIMELESS LANIKAI RESORT LIVING. Exceptional custom residence in coveted Lanikai w/beach access across the street. Offering 4-BD, 6.5-BA, a private studio apartment suite, detached pool house, separate BBQ pavilion, & 3-car garage, this remarkable property lives like a private resort. A striking torii gate welcomes you into lush tropical grounds w/expansive lawns, mature landscaping & a beautiful swimming pool w/spa. The chef’s kitchen features abundant counter space, dine-in seating, dual sinks, gas & electric cooktops, dual ovens, oversized refrigerator/freezer, beverage drawers, wine captain, ice maker, and a large center island. Rich hardwood floors, natural stone accents, custom cabinetry, floating display shelves & wood-framed glass doors enhance the interiors. Covered indoor-outdoor hallways lead to 3 private bedroom suites w/garden & pool views. The upstairs primary retreat enjoys a private balcony, mountain vistas, home office, custom built-ins & a spa-inspired bath w/ dual vanities, walk-in shower & soaking tub. Fully walled & gated w/ a spacious motor court, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy true resort-style living in one of Oahu’s most desirable beachside communities.

1011 Mokulua Drive, Kailua

$5,895,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 202612139 MLS ⋅ FS - Fee Simple Tenure ⋅ 102 DOM

Beyond a private gated entrance, this exceptional contemporary residence unfolds on nearly an acre of exquisitely landscaped, resort-caliber grounds. Meticulously reimagined in 2019, a comprehensive down-to-the-studs renovation blends refined design with enduring quality. A tranquil waterfall welcomes you home while easy care products such as Resysta siding, a standing seam roof, and Fleetwood doors enhance beauty and functionality. An expansive covered lanai increases living space while perfectly framing Mokulua Island to Mokapu Peninsula views. Natural light abounds throughout the spa inspired primary bedroom suite. A home office/library with built in reading nook offers a dedicated place for a nursery, home office, studio or nature inspired restorative meditation or yoga. Two storerooms flank a spacious garage. Other design elements include walnut kitchen cabinets with generous amounts of storage, an outdoor shower, and a Jacuzzi perfectly situated for stargazing! Additional deeded access from Po’opo’o Pl.; 26,833 sq. ft. land is zoned R-10. Offering an exceptional combination of privacy, sophistication, and timeless elegance, this property is a one of a kind treasure!

211 Luika Place, Kailua

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