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KAILUA KONA, HI 96740

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
354
⇧ 6.6% vs 332 last year
Pending
63
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$950,000
⇧ 7.5% vs $883,500 last year
Average Price
$1,861,753
⇧ 4.4% vs $1,783,483 last year
Days on Market
75
⇩ 7.4% vs 81 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$718
⇧ 2% vs $704/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,319 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Context

Population: 40,886  ·  Density: 65.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $90,094

Typical home value: $688,049  ·  Homeownership: 68.3%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The KAILUA KONA, HI real estate market (96740) currently shows 354 active listings, with 63 pending sales. Homes are averaging 75 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 22 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 75 days on market compared to 81 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 7.5% year-over-year, from $883,500 to $950,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 354 this year vs 332 last year
  • Days on market: 75 now vs 81 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $950,000 (+7.5% YoY)
  • Average: $1,861,753 (+4.4% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 51.9 miles — 833 listings ($1,635,166,672 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
96740Kailua Kona, HI 967400.0 mi354$659,060,562$950,000$1,861,753
96738Waikoloa, HI 9673813.0 mi120$155,895,480$999,700$1,299,129
96743Kamuela, HI 9674322.6 mi120$613,287,240$2,949,000$5,110,727
96704Captain Cook, HI 9670430.5 mi39$52,095,810$900,000$1,335,790
96719Hawi, HI 9671934.5 mi7$15,300,250$1,924,000$2,185,750
96774Ookala, HI 9677441.0 mi2$2,500,000$1,250,000$1,250,000
96737Ocean View, HI 9673744.7 mi86$30,237,686$336,500$351,601
96710Hakalau, HI 9671045.0 mi7$14,156,331$1,180,000$2,022,333
96764Laupahoehoe, HI 9676445.8 mi9$10,368,765$985,000$1,152,085
96718Hawaii National Park, HI 9671846.8 mi2$1,400,000$700,000$700,000
96785Volcano, HI 9678547.3 mi76$33,748,712$399,000$444,062
96728Honomu, HI 9672850.4 mi3$35,398,500$11,799,500$11,799,500
96783Pepeekeo, HI 9678351.9 mi8$11,717,336$1,532,500$1,464,667

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in KAILUA KONA, HI 96740?

As of January 2026, there are 354 active listings in KAILUA KONA, HI (zip code 96740), compared to 332 the prior year.

What is the median home price in KAILUA KONA, HI 96740?

The median listing price in KAILUA KONA, HI 96740 is $950,000 as of January 2026, a 7.5% increase from $883,500 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in KAILUA KONA, HI?

Homes in KAILUA KONA, HI 96740 spend an average of 75 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 81 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in KAILUA KONA, HI 96740?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, KAILUA KONA, HI 96740 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 22 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 75 days on market compared to 81 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in KAILUA KONA, HI?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in KAILUA KONA, HI 96740 save an estimated $19,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $950,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.