Oahu is the most populated and diverse island in Hawaii. You will find thriving metropolitans minutes from classic beach towns and private rural communities.

For real estate purposes, Oahu is divided into regions. Each region encompasses a number of different neighborhoods. A brief description of each is listed below. To learn more about these communities, visit our resources page.

Metro Oahu stretches from Salt Lake and Moanalua Valley to Punahou and the University of Hawaii. It includes the active Downtown Area, Chinatown, Ala Moana, and Kakaaka, and the historical valleys of Dowsett, Nuuanu, Old Pali, and Manoa. Famous Waikiki also lies in the Metro Oahu Region.

The Diamond Head Region ranges from Kaimuki and Kapahulu to the East Oahu neighborhoods of Aina Haina and Kuliouou. It includes the famous neighborhoods of Diamond Head, Kahala, and Waialae, along with the ridgetop communities of Wilhemina, Waialae Nui, Waialae Iki, Kahala Kua, and Hawaii Loa.

Hawaii Kai is best know for its marina front neighborhoods. It also includes Hahaione Valley, Portlock and the ridgetop communities of Mariners Ridge, Kamehame Ridge, and Napali Haweo.

The Kailua Region includes both Waimanalo and Kailua. Kailua is very diverse and includes beach front communities like Lanikai, Beachside, and Kaimalino; the windward neighborhoods of Maunawili, Olomana, Kalaheo, and Aikahi Park; as well as the private estates of Norfolk.

The Kaneohe Region includes Kaneohe, Temple Valley, Ahuimanu, Kahaluu, Kaaawa, Punaluu, and Hauula. Within Kaneohe, you will find waterfront neighborhoods like Alii Shores, Lilipuna, and Kaneohe Bay, as well as private estates like Haiku Plantations.

The North Shore stretches from Mokuleia to Hauula. It includes the famous beach and surf towns of Waialua and Haleiwa, along with Sunset Beach and Waimea. It also includes the neighborhoods of Pupukea, Kahuku, and Laie.

The Leeward Region ranges from Makaha to Nanakuli and includes Waianae and Maile.

You will find numerous newer developments throughout the Central, Ewa Plain, Makakilo, and Waipahu Regions. The Central Region lies in the middle of Oahu and includes Mililani, Mililani Mauka, and Wahiawa. The Ewa Plain includes Ewa Beach, Ko Olina, Kapolei, Ocean Pointe, and Gentry at Ewa. Makakilo is made up of a variety of newer developments. Lastly, the Waipahu Region includes Waipahu as well as newer communities in Waikele, Waipio Gentry, and Royal Kunia.

The Pearl City Region stretches from Waimalu to Halawa and includes Pacific Palisades, Aiea, and Foster Village.