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423 Kaiolu St #207
B+ Composite 76.35
Why this score? — see what drove the B+ grade

The composite is a weighted blend of 9 inputs, each scored 0–100. Each bar is that input's sub-score; the figure is the points it added to the 100-point composite (weight × sub-score).

  • Cash flow +30.0/30.0
  • 1% rule +10.0/10.0
  • DSCR +10.0/10.0
  • ARV discount +7.5/15.0
  • Appreciation +6.4/10.0
  • Rent growth +4.0/5.0
  • Schools +3.7/10.0
  • Livability +2.5/5.0
  • Condition / age +2.2/5.0

$85,000

423 Kaiolu St #207 · Urban Honolulu, HI 96815
1 bd · 1.0 ba · 420 sqft · Condo public records · 138 Days on market
Built 1968 Fair condition $202/sqft · 65% below area $328/mo HOA · 14% of rent

🖨 Deal sheet (PDF) 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence

Listing remarks MLS

* FEE AVAILABLE * Discover your slice of paradise at the Promenade in Waikiki! This "old Hawaiian style" cozy 1-bedroom unit offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience in the heart of iconic Waikiki neighborhood. Featuring an open floor plan with abundant natural light from extra window, low maintenance fee, and assigned PARKING stall. The Promenade provides easy access to world-famous Waikiki beaches, vibrant dining, shopping, and many entertainment options, making it a prime location for both residents and visitors. Whether you are seeking a comfortable home, a vacation retreat, or a prime investment opportunity, this 1-bedroom gem at the Promenade is the perfect choice for experiencing the best of Waikiki living. Schedule a showing today! This is a leasehold property and the fee is available to purchase, make this a fee simple property.

Key facts

  • Open floor plan
  • Prime location
  • $328 HOA

Tags

OPEN FLOOR PLANASSIGNED PARKING STALLEASY ACCESS TO BEACHESPRIME LOCATION

Neighborhood map

Property Rental comp Retail Costco Walmart Transit Schools Stadiums Fortune 500 · Circle radius: 6.0 mi
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What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

  • This is a 1-bed/1.0-bath condo listed at $85k. Condition is rated fair.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $885 ($11k/yr) — positive.
  • The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
  • Meets the 1% rule at list price ($2k rent vs $85k).
  • Recommended offer: $75k (12.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.
  • Cap rate 20.5% vs local median 1.5% in Urban Honolulu — top-decile yield for the area; either an underpriced asset or a hidden risk that comps aren't pricing in. Stress-test before assuming the spread holds.

Location & tenants

  • Location reads: area grade B — affects rentability + tenant quality, not the cash-flow math above.
  • Hawaii Department Of Education (suburban): math 32% / reading 50% proficiency, ranked #1 of 1 in HI (top 100%) — families likely to look elsewhere, expect single-tenant / working-renter base with shorter leases.
  • Zoned schools: President Thomas Jefferson Elementary School (math 42% / reading 47%, grade F, #73 of 183 statewide, top 41%, 340 students, 55% FRL); President George Washington Middle School (math 30% / reading 46%, grade F, #17 of 42 statewide, top 39%, 569 students, 61% FRL); Kaimuki High School (math 12% / reading 47%, grade F, #35 of 43 statewide, top 86%, 620 students, 60% FRL) — zoned schools average 59% FRL vs 39% district-wide (20 pts higher); higher-poverty schools than district average — tighter screening recommended.
  • Market conditions: Rents rising fast (+6.0%/yr); 921 active listings in the ZIP; 22 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals lingering (median 51d on market — plan ~5-8 weeks vacancy on turnover, expect pricing pressure); 82% of comp listings sitting > 30 days — soft ceiling on asking rent; solid renter incomes; 1,638 units permitted in Honolulu County in 2024 (793 in 5+ unit buildings).
  • This rent runs 36% of the median local income ($77k/yr) — at the standard rent-burdened threshold; future hikes will face affordability resistance.

Forward outlook

  • In year one you build about $3k of equity ($588 loan paydown + $2k appreciation (2.7% local appreciation)).
  • Honolulu County population projected at +17% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.
  • At projected returns (2.7% appreciation + 6.0% rent growth), your $24k cash investment doubles in ~2 years — after that, you're playing with house money.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 138 days — a 12% lower offer ($75k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
  • 3 sale attempts since 13y ago with the ask held roughly flat each time — persistent listings suggest the price (not the market) is what's stuck; bring a comps-based counter.

Risks & watch-outs

  • Watch-outs: flood insurance adds $122/mo.
  • Climate carrying-cost: in FEMA flood zone AO (mandatory federal flood insurance) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Recommended offer $74,800 (12.0% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

  1. It's been on market 138 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 12% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
  2. Have any recent inspections been done? Can we get a copy of the seller's disclosures and any deferred-maintenance estimates?
  3. Built in 1968 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
  4. What's the actual annual flood-insurance premium (NFIP or private), and is the property in a SFHA with mandatory coverage?
  5. What does the HOA fee cover, when was the last increase, and are there any pending special assessments or reserve-fund shortfalls?
  6. Any open or pending special assessments — roof, HVAC, plumbing, elevator, façade? What's the per-unit balance and payoff schedule, and is the seller paying it off at close or rolling it to the buyer?
  7. Why hasn't it sold? Are there any deal-killer items the seller is aware of (foundation, flood, title, zoning, code violations)?
  8. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  9. What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
  10. What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
  11. How much new apartment / multifamily construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply (>2% of stock underway) typically softens rents 12–24 months out; light construction supports rent growth.

Investment metrics

1% rule
2.75%
Cap rate
20.51%
Cash-on-cash
50.78%
DSCR
3.26
GRM
3.0

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$242,795
List price
$85,000
Delta
-64.99%
Verdict
UNDERPRICED
Comps
20 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 12 sales within ~0.75 mi
Address Dist Beds/Ba Sqft Sold Price $/sf Match
445 Kaiolu St #1109 0.04mi 1/1.0 477 (+14%) 3mo $213,100 $447 73
1911 Kalakaua Ave #209 0.44mi 1/1.0 437 (+4%) 3mo $350,000 $801 70
2122 Lime St #703 0.52mi 1/1.0 395 (-6%) 0mo $195,888 $496 65
2463 Kuhio St #1201 0.57mi 2/1.0 (+1) 433 (+3%) 3mo $615,000 $1,420 61
3121 Pualei Cir #22 1.38mi 1/1.0 450 (+7%) 2mo $499,000 $1,109 51
425 Ena Rd Unit C604 0.52mi 1/1.0 500 (+19%) 0mo $77,000 $154 50
2651 Kuilei St Unit B23 0.66mi 1/1.0 465 (+11%) 2mo $250,000 $538 50
2452 Tusitala St #1404 0.56mi 1/1.0 514 (+22%) 3mo $70,000 $136 46
1777 Ala Moana Blvd #733 0.67mi 1/1.0 500 (+19%) 0mo $750,000 $1,500 43
1777 Ala Moana Blvd #1805 0.67mi 1/1.0 500 (+19%) 2mo $720,000 $1,440 42
1777 Ala Moana Blvd #1837 0.67mi 1/1.0 500 (+19%) 3mo $820,000 $1,640 42
1515 Liona St #3703 1.26mi 1/1.0 504 (+20%) 0mo $684,000 $1,357 40

Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.

Projected returns pro-forma

2.74% appreciation · 6.0% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold
IRR
53.1%
Equity multiple
4.07×
Total profit
$72,971
Equity at exit
$36,995
10-year hold
IRR
54.6%
Equity multiple
9.18×
Total profit
$194,786
Equity at exit
$56,079

Cash invested: $23,800 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

Overall (STATE)
37 Tenant-Leaning
State Hawaii
37 Tenant-Leaning · D+13
County
— inherits STATE
City
— inherits STATE
Honolulu has source-of-income protections; warranty of habitability strong.

Active competition Active MLS

For sale now
3 active · 1 under contract
Median asking
$385,000 ($733/sqft)
Median days on market
58 d
This list price
lowest-priced of the active set
ARV vs active asking
-21.2% vs current asking $/sqft

Closed sales set the value; these active listings set current market conditions and a practical price ceiling.

ZIP-level market 96815

Home prices YoY
0.9%
Rents YoY
6.0%
Active inventory
921
Price-to-rent
3.0×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$2,337 high interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
$446
Tax from tax record
$30 /mo · $355/yr
Insurance
$35
Flood insurance flood zone
−$122 /mo · $1,468/yr
HOA
$328
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
$491
Net cashflow
$885

Break-even live

Break-even rent $1,217
Max offer price $85,000
Occupancy floor 57%

Sensitivity live

Price -10% $933 -5% $909 +0% $885 +5% $861 +10% $837
Rent -10% $700 -5% $793 +0% $885 +5% $977 +10% $1,069
Rate -1.0pp $928 -0.5pp $906 base $885 +0.5pp $863 +1.0pp $840

UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt

Financing live

Cash to close

Down payment
$21,250
Closing costs
$2,550
Reserves months
Total cash needed

Loan-product check · same deal, 3 products live

Conventional

25% down · 7.5% · 30yr

Cash invested
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

Personal DTI + credit; lowest rate.

DSCR

20% down · 8.5% · 30yr

Cash invested
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

No personal income docs; deal must DSCR.

Hard money

10% down · 12.0% · 12mo

Cash invested
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

Short-term bridge; refi at stabilization.

Rent comps 22 comps

AddressBedsBaths SqftRent$/sqft DOM Units Dist
440 Olohana St Unit 1327703P Honolulu, HI 1.0 1.0 355 $3,958 $11.15 47d 1 0.22mi
440 Olohana St Unit 1327711P Honolulu, HI 1.0 1.0 355 $3,741 $10.54 51d 1 0.22mi
223 Saratoga Rd Honolulu, HI 3.0 1.0–3.0 948 $4,700 $4.96 39d 1 0.32mi
242 Kaiulani Ave Unit 14 Honolulu, HI 1.0 253 $1,250 $4.94 20d 1 0.39mi
232 Kaiulani Ave Honolulu, HI 3.0 1.0 656 $3,088 $4.71 72d 8 0.39mi
242 Kaiulani Ave Honolulu, HI 1.0 253 $1,250 $4.94 72d 1 0.40mi
242 Kaʻiulani Ave Unit 6 Honolulu, HI 1.0 253 $1,200 $4.74 11d 1 0.40mi
242 Kaʻiulani Ave Unit 4 Honolulu, HI 1.0 253 $1,200 $4.74 72d 1 0.40mi
242 Kaiulani Ave Unit 9 Honolulu, HI 1.0 253 $1,250 $4.94 17d 1 0.40mi
2442 Tusitala St Apt 103 Honolulu, HI 1.0 300 $1,900 $6.33 93d 1 0.49mi
249 Kapili St Unit 1 Honolulu, HI 1.0 290 $1,350 $4.66 70d 1 0.52mi
249 Kapili St Unit 401B Honolulu, HI 1.0 225 $1,500 $6.67 35d 1 0.52mi
2463 Khi AVE Unit 1008 Honolulu, HI 1.0 286 $1,800 $6.29 11d 1 0.52mi
249 Kapili St Honolulu, HI 1.0 225 $1,400 $6.22 41d 2 0.52mi
2509 Ala Wai Blvd Honolulu, HI 1.0 215 $1,725 $8.02 72d 2 0.60mi
2509 Ala Wai Blvd #503 Honolulu, HI 1.0 215 $1,600 $7.44 41d 1 0.61mi
234 Ohua Ave #217 Honolulu, HI 1.0 257 $1,550 $6.03 72d 1 0.62mi
300 Wai Nani Way Unit 1808 Honolulu, HI 1.0 321 $1,700 $5.30 93d 1 0.71mi
902 University Ave Unit C Honolulu, HI 2.0 1.0 415 $2,318 $5.58 72d 1 0.71mi
2572 Lemon Rd Honolulu, HI 1.0 1.0 398 $2,597 $6.53 35d 1 0.78mi
2572 Lemon Rd Honolulu, HI 1.0 1.0 398 $2,597 $6.53 41d 4 0.78mi
234 Hua AVE Unit 103 Honolulu, HI 1.0 257 $1,550 $6.03 52d 1 1.04mi

HOA detail $328/mo · $3,936/yr condo

Likely covers
parking
Assessments
None detected in remarks — confirm with the listing agent.

Listing history 50 events

  1. 2026-08-08
    days on market $85,000 Active 138 DOM
  2. 2026-08-07
    days on market $85,000 Active 137 DOM
  3. 2026-08-06
    days on market $85,000 Active 136 DOM
  4. 2026-08-05
    days on market $85,000 Active 135 DOM
  5. 2026-08-04
    days on market $85,000 Active 134 DOM
  6. 2026-08-03
    days on market $85,000 Active 133 DOM
  7. 2026-07-31
    days on market $85,000 Active 130 DOM
  8. 2026-07-30
    days on market $85,000 Active 129 DOM
  9. 2026-07-30
    days on market $85,000 Active 128 DOM
  10. 2026-07-28
    days on market $85,000 Active 127 DOM
  11. 2026-07-26
    days on market $85,000 Active 125 DOM
  12. 2026-07-24
    days on market $85,000 Active 123 DOM
  13. 2026-07-23
    days on market $85,000 Active 122 DOM
  14. 2026-07-22
    days on market $85,000 Active 121 DOM
  15. 2026-07-21
    days on market $85,000 Active 120 DOM
  16. 2026-07-20
    days on market $85,000 Active 119 DOM
  17. 2026-07-18
    days on market $85,000 Active 117 DOM
  18. 2026-07-18
    days on market $85,000 Active 116 DOM
  19. 2026-07-15
    days on market $85,000 Active 114 DOM
  20. 2026-07-14
    days on market $85,000 Active 113 DOM
  21. 2026-07-13
    days on market $85,000 Active 112 DOM
  22. 2026-07-13
    days on market $85,000 Active 111 DOM
  23. 2026-07-11
    days on market $85,000 Active 110 DOM
  24. 2026-07-10
    days on market $85,000 Active 109 DOM
  25. 2026-07-10
    days on market $85,000 Active 108 DOM
  26. 2026-07-07
    days on market $85,000 Active 106 DOM
  27. 2026-07-06
    days on market $85,000 Active 105 DOM
  28. 2026-07-05
    days on market $85,000 Active 104 DOM
  29. 2026-07-03
    days on market $85,000 Active 102 DOM
  30. 2026-07-02
    days on market $85,000 Active 101 DOM
  31. 2026-07-01
    days on market $85,000 Active 100 DOM
  32. 2026-06-30
    days on market $85,000 Active 99 DOM
  33. 2026-06-29
    days on market $85,000 Active 98 DOM
  34. 2026-06-28
    days on market $85,000 Active 97 DOM
  35. 2026-06-27
    days on market $85,000 Active 96 DOM
  36. 2026-06-27
    days on market $85,000 Active 95 DOM
  37. 2026-06-25
    days on market $85,000 Active 93 DOM
  38. 2026-06-22
    days on market $85,000 Active 91 DOM
  39. 2026-06-21
    days on market $85,000 Active 90 DOM
  40. 2026-06-18
    days on market $85,000 Active 87 DOM
  41. 2026-06-17
    days on market $85,000 Active 86 DOM
  42. 2026-06-16
    days on market $85,000 Active 85 DOM
  43. 2026-06-15
    days on market $85,000 Active 84 DOM
  44. 2026-06-13
    days on market $85,000 Active 82 DOM
  45. 2026-06-13
    days on market $85,000 Active 81 DOM
  46. 2026-06-10
    days on market $85,000 Active 79 DOM
  47. 2026-06-09
    days on market $85,000 Active 78 DOM
  48. 2026-06-08
    days on market $85,000 Active 77 DOM
  49. 2026-06-07
    days on market $85,000 Active 76 DOM
  50. 2026-06-05
    days on market $85,000 Active 73 DOM

ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.

Tax reassessment forecast HI · Partial reset (capped growth)

Current annual tax
$355 · $30/mo
Projected year-2 tax
$355 · $30/mo
Expected delta
$0/yr ($0/mo · 0.0%)

ⓘ Screening estimate from a state-policy table — verify with the county assessor before closing.

Climate risk First Street

  • 🌊 Flood 8/10 Severe FEMA zone AO · 99% chance over 30 yrs
  • 🫁 Air quality 1/10 Low

Nearby sold comps map

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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi

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Taxation est. · year 1

Rental income
$28,038
− Mortgage interest
−$4,761
− Property taxes
−$355
− Insurance
−$1,892
− Repairs & maintenance
−$2,243
− Management
−$2,243
− HOA
−$3,936
− Depreciation
−$2,473
Taxable income
$10,135
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax owed @ 24.0%
−$2,432
After-tax cash flow
$8,185/yr

For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.

Condition & rehab AI · 3 photos

Fair 45/100 Cosmetic rehab Est. rehab $2,100–$6,300 screening

This 1-bedroom townhouse in Waikiki is in fair condition with some minor repairs and maintenance needed. It offers a good location and potential for value increase through cosmetic updates.

Components & finishes AI

Roof flat membrane Flooring wood

Deferred maintenance Est. $10,000–$30,000 screening

  • Major Roof (roof|hvac|water heater|windows|electrical|plumbing|exterior|other) — The roof appears to be a flat membrane, which can be costly to replace if damaged.

Repairs flagged

  • Minor Kitchen cabinets — Slight wear and tear visible on the cabinets.
  • Minor Bathroom sink — Slight wear and tear visible on the sink.
  • Minor Landscaping — Sparse vegetation and potential overgrowth.

Value-add opportunities

  • Both Paint interior walls — Fresh paint can improve the overall appearance and value of the property.
  • Both Landscaping improvements — Enhanced landscaping can increase curb appeal and property value.
  • Both HVAC maintenance — A clean and functioning HVAC system is essential for comfort and energy efficiency, both of which are important for both resale and rental value.

ⓘ Rehab cost is a screening estimate — Cosmetic scope × the home's square footage at US $/sqft rules of thumb (the same model as the Flip Finder). Get contractor quotes + a written scope before underwriting.

F Composite school gradezoned avg 37/100

Zoned Schools

Elementary President Thomas Jefferson Elementary School F HI #73/183 Nat'l #16,061/41,679 Middle President George Washington Middle School F HI #17/42 Nat'l #6,571/14,009 High Kaimuki High School F HI #35/43 Nat'l #11,215/17,239

Schools (NCES district)

District
Hawaii Department Of Education
NCES district ID
1500030
Math proficiency
32% ▼ -10.00%
Reading proficiency
50% ▼ -3.00%
Median HH income
$69,005
Composite
37.07/100
National rank
#4504
State rank
#1 of 1 in HI

Livability — Urban Honolulu

No livability data for this city. (Only ~50 U.S. cities are tracked.)

Census & demographics

Census place
Urban Honolulu, HI
County
Honolulu County · 1,072,641 people
City population
309,956
Metro
Urban Honolulu, HI
Population (ZIP)
27,530
Household income
$77,096
Rent vs Own
55.1% rent · 44.9% own
Severe rent burden
15% of renters

Population outlook (Honolulu County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
1,072,641 people
By 2030
1,110,460 · +3.5%
By 2040
1,181,593 · +10.2%
By 2050
1,257,584 · +17.2%
By 2075
1,501,120 · +39.9%
By 2100
1,764,430 · +64.5%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Highly diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.71)
Race & ethnicity
Asian 41% White 35% Two or more races 16% Hispanic / Latino 6% Pacific Islander 4% Black 2%
Hispanic origin (detail)
Mexican 3% Puerto Rican 1%
Common ancestry
Romanian 2% Lithuanian 2% Slovak 2%
Foreign-born
30% · China, South Korea, Canada
Languages at home
66% English-only · Other Asian/Pacific 15% Chinese 5% Korean 3%

Political lean MEDSL · Honolulu

2024 margin
Strong D (+21.6) · D 59.9% · R 38.3% · Other 1.8%
2008→2024 swing
-19.4pp toward R · 2008: 41.1pp · 2024: 21.6pp
All cycles
2024: D+21.6 2020: D+26.9 2016: D+29.9 2012: D+39.1 2008: D+41.1

Not yet ingested

Civics

Price history

+30.8% since first listed
13 events — show timeline
  • 2026-03-23 Listed $85,000 HiCentral MLS
  • 2026-03-09 Listing Removed HiCentral MLS
  • 2025-04-07 Listed $95,000 HiCentral MLS
  • 2017-12-28 Sold (Public Records) $192,583 Public Records
  • 2014-08-26 Sold (Public Records) $68,000 Public Records
  • 2014-08-26 Sold (MLS) $68,000 HiCentral MLS
  • 2013-12-16 Listed $78,000 HiCentral MLS
  • 1989-10-17 Sold (Public Records) $2,000 Public Records
  • 1988-05-01 Sold (Public Records) $55,000 Public Records
  • 1988-05-01 Sold (Public Records) $55,000 Public Records
  • 1983-03-01 Sold (Public Records) $48,000 Public Records
  • 1982-12-01 Sold (Public Records) $40,000 Public Records
  • 1980-08-01 Sold (Public Records) $65,000 Public Records

Property tax history

-3.8%/yr

Latest (2022): $355 · -14.1% YoY. Source: county tax records.

Cash-flow waterfall

monthly

Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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