
Ka Lai
Preliminary Information – Full Audit Pending
This buildings features were determined from publicly available data, including MLS listings. While we cross-referenced additional data sources, it still likely contains incomplete or inaccurate information, as it has not yet been personally verified.
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Ka Lai
Building Overview
Ka Lai in Waikiki — 2009 high-rise with ocean and Diamond Head views, pool and concierge.

About Ka Lai
Ka Lai is a residential high-rise in Central Waikiki built in 2009. According to available records, the building has 38 floors, 469 total units and is constructed of concrete.
Based on MLS data, on-site amenities include a pool, fitness center, BBQ area, resident manager, concierge and security guard. The building provides central air conditioning and is served by four elevators.
Additional details from MLS show covered parking availability with guest parking, a management company listed as Hawaiiana Management Company, Ltd., and that pets and short-term rentals are allowed. Buyers should verify all building details, policies and fees with the seller or managing agent, as this summary is based on MLS data analysis.
Building Features & Data Confidence
All features from MLS data with AI-assisted confidence analysis. Click each category to expand and see details.
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Penthouse listings and the MLS floor field establish floor 38, with floor fields agreeing with unit-number-derived floors. The county parcel also reports 38 floors.
The county's reconciled unit count and residential CPR count both report 468 units, and the parcel contains one building. The county cpr_count of 469 and dwell_sum of 466 are set aside because reconciled_units is the best residential figure.
The remarks contain general references to owner occupancy, second-home use, and owner occupants, but no numeric building-wide owner-occupancy percentage. Under the numeric-field rules, the current value of 6.0 is retained with low confidence because there is no evidence in the remarks to confirm or deny it.
The remarks were searched for specific elevator-count language, but no evidence was found to confirm or deny the current value. Because the building context lists 4 elevators and there is no contradictory statement, the current value is retained with low confidence.
Calculated from the lowest association fee observed across all non-penthouse unit listings for this building.
Calculated from the highest association fee observed across all non-penthouse unit listings for this building.
Calculated from association fees observed in penthouse unit listings for this building.
At least 3 listings explicitly mention central air conditioning, including the phrase "Maintenance fee includes AC central"; another describes units as having central air conditioning. This direct remark evidence aligns with the current MLS ACCEN data and previously high confidence, supporting inclusion.
At least 5 listings explicitly mention cable TV inclusion, with repeated language such as “Basic internet and cable TV” and “Maintenance fees include internet, cable TV.” The current MLS checkbox is present in 16/20 listings, and the remarks confirm the feature across multiple listings rather than suggesting isolated copy-paste.
At least 5 listings explicitly mention common area expenses, including “common area expenses are included in maintenance fees” and “utilities except electricity.” The 17/20 MLS rate plus consistent descriptions across numerous listings strongly confirms inclusion.
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The evidence indicates that electricity is not included in maintenance fees. Multiple listings explicitly exclude electricity, while the single ELECTR checkbox appears inconsistent with the broader MLS pattern and direct remarks.
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At least 2 listings explicitly mention hot water as included, including "Maintenance fee includes AC central, cable TV, internet service, (hot) water, sewer"; other listings state that maintenance fees include all utilities except electricity. The repeated remarks and current HOTWAT coding provide strong evidence that building-supplied hot water is included.
At least 5 listings explicitly mention internet inclusion, commonly paired with cable TV in the phrase “Basic internet and cable TV.” The feature is also supported by 17/20 current MLS records and appears in multiple detailed fee descriptions.
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At least 6 listings explicitly mention sewer inclusion, often in the phrase “water, sewer, and common area expenses are included in maintenance fees.” The 18/20 MLS prevalence and repeated detailed remarks provide strong building-level confirmation.
At least 6 listings explicitly state that water is included in maintenance fees, with repeated descriptions pairing water with sewer, internet, and cable. The feature is present in 19/20 current MLS records and is strongly confirmed by multiple listing remarks.
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Concierge service is mentioned across well over 18 current listings, with repeated explicit references including "concierge service," "dedicated concierge," "white-glove concierge service," and "24-hour concierge." The evidence is strong across many listings and agents, and aligns with the historical high-confidence record and MLS amenity data; although some wording is clearly copied between listings, the feature is consistently confirmed.
None of the extensive listing remarks identify a dog park or comparable pet exercise facility. Given the absence across many listings and only 1/20 current MLS records showing the feature, the isolated checkbox is most likely incorrect.
Doorman service is supported by 10 of 20 current MLS listings, including an explicit reference to "doorman & 24-hour security." Although fewer listings mention it than concierge, the checkbox data and direct remark together provide strong evidence that the building offers doorman or lobby-attendant service.
More than 20 listings mention the feature using phrases such as “state-of-the-art fitness center,” “fitness facility,” “gym,” “exercise room,” and “24-hour fitness center.” The references appear across numerous listings and agents, strongly confirming a building-level amenity.
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At least 6 listings explicitly mention “meeting room,” “meeting rooms,” “meeting facilities,” or “conference room,” including descriptions of the seventh-floor meeting rooms and a building conference room. These references come from multiple remarks and support the MLS amenity.
At least 18 of 20 current listings support patio/deck access, with many remarks citing phrases such as "private lanai," "spacious lanai," "two private lanais," and "rooftop lanai." The evidence is strong across numerous listings and includes varied unit-specific descriptions, not merely a single copied statement.
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Limited evidence: only 3 of 20 MLS records currently check a recreation-area box and none of the public remarks use clear terms like 'recreation area', 'recreation deck', or 'amenity deck'. The lack of mention across numerous agent remarks suggests this is not a prominent/shared amenity for buyers.
Weak evidence for a recreation room: only 1 of 20 MLS checkbox entries claims RECROO and public remarks almost never mention a recreation/rec/game room. Given sparse checkbox evidence and lack of remark confirmation (likely copy/paste), the feature is probably not a promoted building amenity.
More than 20 listings mention “restaurant,” “restaurants,” “on-site dining,” “fine dining,” or named dining venues such as In-Yo Café and Wai'olu Ocean Cuisine Restaurants. Repeated references across many agents, including descriptions of 3 high-end restaurants and new dining concepts, strongly confirm the feature.
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No listing clearly describes a common or generally available sauna, steam room, dry sauna, or wet sauna. The sole explicit reference is to a “private steam sauna” in a penthouse, which is an exclusive unit amenity and should not establish a building feature.
At least 5 of 20 current listings contain storage-related MLS fields, and several independent remarks mention “surfboard storage” or “surfboard & bike storage.” The evidence supports some form of building storage availability, but does not consistently confirm private storage units or lockers, so confidence is moderate rather than high.
Dedicated surfboard storage is repeatedly identified in public remarks, often alongside bike storage. This provides strong, direct confirmation that the building offers surfboard storage facilities.
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No current listing remarks mention a “trash chute,” “garbage chute,” or “refuse chute.” However, 18 of 20 current MLS records include the TRACHU amenity, so the feature is retained with reduced confidence pending direct verification rather than treated as definitively confirmed.
Valet is confirmed across all 20 current listings, with repeated remarks such as "valet parking service," "complimentary valet parking," "free valet parking for owners," and "24-hour valet service." The feature is consistently described across many unit types and listing versions, strongly confirming it as a building-level amenity.
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At least 15 listings explicitly mention “jacuzzi,” “hot tub,” “whirlpool,” or a pool with jacuzzi, including infinity pool and jacuzzi descriptions and rooftop jacuzzi references. The feature is confirmed across multiple independent listing descriptions, not merely by one repeated phrase.
The pool is overwhelmingly confirmed across the listings: well over 20 remarks mention an infinity or resort-style pool, and several explicitly say “heated pool,” “swimming pool,” or “infinity-edge pool.” This is consistent across many distinct listing descriptions and aligns with the current MLS amenity data showing the feature in 20/20 listings; the evidence is strong even though some wording is repeated or copy-pasted.
At least 3 listings explicitly mention a heated pool, including the phrases "infinity heated pool" and "resort amenities include a heated pool." Numerous additional listings consistently reference the building's shared infinity pool, supporting that this is a common resort amenity rather than isolated copy.
The remarks were searched for saltwater pool terminology. They confirm multiple pool amenities but provide no evidence that any building pool is saltwater.
In-unit laundry is strongly supported across current and historical remarks, with at least 7 listings explicitly mentioning washer/dryer appliances or in-unit laundry. Key phrases include “in-unit washer/dryer,” “includes washer, dryer,” and “Front Load Washer and Dryer located in utility closet,” while MLS inclusions show WASHER/DRYER in 16 of 20 listings; this is more than simple repeated amenity copy and confirms the feature is available in multiple units.
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The remarks were searched for coin laundry, laundry fees, card-operated machines, quarters, and other payment-related laundry terms. No evidence indicates that the building has paid community laundry.
The remarks were searched for references to laundry rooms or community laundry located on every floor. They instead mention in-unit washers and dryers in some residences, but provide no evidence of floor-by-floor community laundry.
Parking is strongly confirmed across many listings from multiple agents, with well over 15 remarks explicitly mentioning “valet parking,” “free valet parking for owners,” “complimentary valet service,” or owner parking rights. Several listings clarify that parking may be unassigned or valet-only, but the building clearly offers parking access.
No listings clearly establish deeded, designated, or assigned parking. Multiple remarks explicitly state that parking is not deeded or assigned and describe complimentary or owner valet service instead; the few references to a stall or parking rights appear to concern valet availability during owner stays rather than a dedicated assigned space.
Numerous listings mention valet parking, including “complimentary valet parking,” “free valet parking,” “24-hour valet parking,” and “white-glove valet parking.” The repeated references across many listings and agents strongly confirm that the building provides on-site parking, with the covered aspect supported by the established historical high-confidence designation.
Parking is repeatedly described as valet service or owner parking privileges rather than an owned parking stall. Multiple remarks explicitly deny deeded or assigned parking.
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The remarks state that parking may incur a monthly fee when a long-term tenant parks or when an owner leaves a vehicle parked while not occupying the unit. Because no specific monthly dollar amount is given, the fee value is unknown.
At least one current listing explicitly states, “Up to 4-hour comp. parking is avail. for guests, subject to change.” Although most agents focus on owner valet service rather than guest parking, the direct statement and current MLS designation confirm that guest parking is available.
Many listings describe parking as staffed or controlled through “valet parking,” “24-hour valet parking,” and “owners are guaranteed a stall during their stay,” while another cites “24-hour security.” The remarks do not usually say “gated,” but the repeated staffed-access model and current secured-entry MLS data strongly support this feature.
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The remarks repeatedly discuss valet parking, complimentary owner parking, parking rights, and parking availability. They do not describe a building parking waitlist system, so this is assessed as false with low-to-medium confidence.
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The remarks mention concierge, doorman, valet, and general security services, but not a card- or fob-based access system. Therefore, public remarks do not support this feature.
At least 2 current listings explicitly mention security, including "24-hour security" and "doorman & 24-hour security." Combined with SECGUA appearing in 9 of 20 current listings and the prior high-confidence history, the evidence strongly supports building-level security guard service.
The remarks provide direct evidence of continuous security coverage through the phrase “24-hour security.” While a specific “patrol” or “roving patrol” term is not consistently used, the repeated security-service descriptions support the feature.
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Central air is strongly supported across the building by current MLS data, with 18/20 listings marking ACCEN/CENAC and 19/20 listing ACCEN in inclusions. Multiple remarks independently confirm the feature, including “AC central” and “central air conditioning,” so this is not merely an isolated or unsupported checkbox entry.
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None of the provided public remarks explicitly mention “concrete construction,” “reinforced concrete,” or a “concrete building.” However, 18 of 20 current listings identify CONCRE in the construction materials, consistent with the previously High-confidence determination; the checkbox evidence may be repeated MLS data but is strong across the building.
Zero of the public remarks explicitly mention double walls, double-wall construction, or two walls. Nevertheless, DOUWAL appears in 4/20 current MLS records and the feature was previously rated high confidence, providing meaningful support that it exists in the building.
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Minimal MLS support (2/20 listings) and no mentions in the public remarks. With no historical evidence and no descriptive confirmations in agent remarks, masonry/stucco is unlikely and treated as false.
None of the 20 public remarks mention a steel frame or steel-frame construction. STEFRA appears in only 2/20 current MLS records, while historical confidence was medium, suggesting limited or potentially copied checkbox data rather than strong building-wide evidence.
Only 2 of 20 MLS listings include 'concrete slab' (2/20) and there are zero mentions in public remarks. With very limited MLS support and no descriptive confirmation, the slab foundation is possible but the evidence is weak across listings.
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Only 3 of 20 current MLS records include 'ABOGRO' and public remarks across the listings contain no mention of 'above ground' construction or materials. Given the low occurrence and lack of corroborating remarks (suggesting inconsistent checkbox use), there is insufficient evidence to treat 'above ground' as a reliable building-level feature.
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Verified via front desk call 3/27/2026. STR allowed only through the hotel rental pool — no third-party platforms (Airbnb, VRBO, etc.). Non-pool units must be owner-occupied or long-term rental with 6-month minimum.
Verified via front desk call 3/27/2026. Building operates a hotel rental pool program — the only permitted option for short-term rentals.
Verified via front desk call 3/27/2026. Hotel rental pool is the sole STR option — owners cannot independently short-term rent on third-party platforms. Units not in the pool must be owner-occupied or leased long-term (6-month minimum).
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The remarks were searched for land lease, ground lease, leasehold, lease expiration, and renewal language. No applicable four-digit land-lease expiry year was found, so the value is unknown.
The remarks extensively discuss hotel ownership, rental programs, renovations, and amenities, but do not mention VA loan approval or VA financing. Based on the absence of any VA-related statement, this is assessed as false with low-to-medium confidence.
The remarks were searched for explicit HOA building-insurance language, including fully insured and walls-in coverage, but no such statements were found. With no current verified value or supporting evidence, the feature is returned as false with low-to-medium confidence.
Sixteen of 20 current listings check the FIRSPR amenity, which is meaningful building-level evidence. No listings explicitly mention “fire sprinkler,” “sprinkler system,” or “fire suppression,” so the evidence appears largely checkbox-based and may reflect copied MLS data rather than independently verified remarks.
The remarks were searched for explicit FLSE and fire/life-safety certification language, but none was found. With no current verified value and no supporting evidence in the remarks, the feature is returned as false with low-to-medium confidence.
Flood zone determined from official FEMA Digital Flood Insurance Rate Map (DFIRM) data using building coordinates, not from agent-reported listing data.
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All 20 of 20 current listings mention ocean views, with repeated phrases such as “expansive ocean views,” “Pacific Ocean,” “direct ocean view,” and “sweeping ocean views.” The evidence is exceptionally strong across many listings and agents, although some recurring generic language appears copy-pasted.
Mountain views are supported as a building-level offering, with 6 of 20 current listings mentioning MOUNTA. Clear remarks include “majestic mountains,” “Ko'olau Mountains,” “city skyline framed by the mountains,” and views toward Koko Crater/Koko Head, confirming that some units offer mountain views.
Diamond Head views are available in some units, though not all. Current listings explicitly say 'Diamond Head view,' 'Diamond Head side,' and 'views of Diamond Head crater,' confirming the feature despite its more limited availability. This is a unit-specific but real building offering.
At least 16 of 20 current listings mention city views, including “sparkling city view,” “sweeping views of the city,” “city skyline,” and “cityscape against the mountains.” Multiple listings from different unit types and orientations support this as a building offering, despite some repeated MLS wording.
Coastline views are supported by 6/20 current listings, consistent with a building where the feature is available in select orientations and higher-floor units. Key remarks include "unobstructed coastline," "ocean, coastline, and sunset views," "beautiful coastline," and views stretching along Waikiki’s coastline.
2 of 20 current listings mention GARDEN, while multiple remarks explicitly describe views of “Fort DeRussy Park,” “lush greenery,” and “greenery of Fort DeRussy Park.” Although less common than ocean or city views, the feature is clearly available in some units and is relevant to buyers seeking a building with landscaped or park-facing views.
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Current MLS data provides only 1 of 20 MARCAN matches, and no public remark explicitly mentions a marina or harbor view. The remarks consistently describe ocean, park, mountain, city, sunset, and coastline views instead, so marina view is omitted as unsupported and likely a checkbox or data-entry artifact.
Sunrise views are confirmed in 2 of 20 current listings, including the phrases "taking in the sunrise" and "sunrise" views from a corner residence and lanai. Although less frequently mentioned than ocean views, the explicit repeated references and previously high confidence support retaining this building-level feature.
At least 12 of 20 current listings mention sunset views or exposure, using phrases such as “breathtaking sunsets,” “dramatic sunsets,” “beautiful sunset exposure,” and “sunset-facing.” The feature is confirmed across multiple residences and orientations, with both specific sunset descriptions and related western/Fort DeRussy-side positioning.
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Numerous listings directly describe Friday-night Hilton Hawaiian Village fireworks being visible from units, lanais, or living areas. This is strong, repeated evidence that residences in the building have fireworks views.
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Confidence 90%: One listing says 'Centrally located in Waikiki, just steps from sandy beaches, fine dining, nightlife, and luxury shopping,' and others describe it as 'in the heart of Waikiki.'
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0 listings mention a resident manager or equivalent on-site management phrase. RESMAN appears in 12/20 current listings, providing moderate support, but the absence of any confirming remarks suggests the data may be repeated MLS checkbox information.
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Confidence levels are based on MLS checkbox data and AI analysis of listing remarks. High = strong evidence, Medium = some evidence, Low = limited or conflicting evidence. Buyers should always verify critical details independently.
Active Listings(46 for sale, 2 for rent)

$9,980,000
City • Coastline • Diamond Head

$5,390,000
City • Coastline • Mountain

$3,199,000
City • Coastline • Diamond Head

$3,100,000
Remodeled 2025
City • Mountain • Ocean

$2,980,000
City • Garden • Ocean

$2,500,000
Remodeled 2026
City • Ocean • Sunset

$2,428,000
City • Coastline • Garden

$2,290,000
Remodeled 2025
City • Mountain • Ocean

$2,250,000
Remodeled 2025
City • Coastline • Mountain

$2,000,000
City • Mountain • Ocean

$1,980,000
City • Mountain • Ocean

$1,850,000
Remodeled 2025
City • Coastline • Ocean

$1,850,000
Remodeled 2025
City • Coastline • Mountain

$1,800,000
City • Ocean • Sunset

$1,790,000
Remodeled 2025
Ocean

$1,750,000
Remodeled 2025
Ocean • Sunset

$1,700,000
City • Ocean

$1,650,000
Remodeled 2025
City • Coastline • Ocean

$1,550,000
Remodeled 2026
City • Ocean

$1,450,000
Ocean • Sunset

$1,390,000
City • Diamond Head • Ocean

$1,390,000
Remodeled 2025
Coastline • Ocean • Sunset

$1,050,000
Remodeled 2025
City • Mountain

$1,045,000
Remodeled 2025
City • Coastline • Garden

$850,000
City • Ocean • Sunset

$850,000
Remodeled 2026
City • Mountain • Ocean

$850,000
Remodeled 2024
City • Ocean

$800,000
Remodeled 2025
City • Coastline • Mountain

$800,000
City • Coastline • Mountain

$790,000
Remodeled 2025
City • Garden • Ocean

$750,000
Ocean • Sunrise

$749,000
Remodeled 2026
Ocean • Sunset

$749,000
Remodeled 2026
Ocean

$730,000
Remodeled 2025
City • Mountain • Ocean

$720,000
Remodeled 2026
City • Coastline • Mountain

$680,000
Remodeled 2026
City • Mountain • Ocean

$639,000
City • Coastline • Ocean

$633,000
Ocean • Sunrise

$600,000
City • Mountain • Ocean

$555,000
Remodeled 2025
Coastline • Garden • Ocean

$548,000
City • Coastline • Ocean

$540,000
City • Ocean

$525,000
City • Ocean

$410,000
Remodeled 2025
City • Ocean

$379,000
City • Ocean

$365,000
City • Ocean

$4,500/mo
City • Diamond Head • Ocean

$3,000/mo
City • Ocean
Is Now a Good Time to Sell?
Market conditions and recent sales to help you decide when to list.
Current Market Type
About this indicator: The Market Type is driven by months of inventory, describing whether conditions favor a buyer or seller.
- • Seller's Market:≤ 5.5 months
- • Balanced Market:≥ 5.6 and ≤ 6.5 months
- • Buyer's Market:≥ 6.6 months
Months of Inventory
24
High inventory favors buyers
Sold to List Price
92.5%
Units selling below asking price
Median Days on Market
91
Longer time on market
Median Sold Price
$750,000
Based on 23 sales in 12 months
Recent Sales in Ka Lai(Last 12 months)

$2,100,000
Closed Oct 12, 2026

$5,640,000
Closed Sep 29, 2026

$3,900,000
Closed Sep 18, 2026

$415,000
Closed Sep 16, 2026

$429,000
Closed Aug 27, 2026

$440,000
Closed Aug 3, 2026

$482,000
Closed Jul 31, 2026

$750,000
Closed Jul 30, 2026

$450,000
Closed Jul 29, 2026

$320,000
Closed Jun 10, 2026

$2,240,000
Closed Jun 5, 2026

$1,100,000
Closed May 15, 2026

$1,800,000
Closed Apr 10, 2026

$720,000
Closed Mar 10, 2026

$884,000
Closed Mar 6, 2026

$1,630,000
Closed Feb 13, 2026

$468,000
Closed Feb 5, 2026

$1,650,000
Closed Jan 27, 2026

$338,000
Closed Jan 27, 2026

$715,000
Closed Dec 30, 2025

$349,950
Closed Dec 26, 2025

$1,700,000
Closed Dec 23, 2025

$1,600,000
Closed Nov 24, 2025
About this Data: Sales data is sourced from HiCentral MLS and includes closed transactions within the last 12 months. Metrics are calculated from building-specific data when sufficient sales exist (3+ transactions).