West Hawaii Real Estate Market Update | October 2025 – Surprising Shift for Buyers!

Condo sales have had a wild ride this year in West Hawaii and buyers have the upper hand as we enter the fall. Single family home prices have softened, but remain in a sellers market.

Julie Ziemelis, Real and Lance Owens, LUVA Real Estate — take you through the stats and provide insights into the October real estate market.

In this video, we dive into the latest trends shaping the Kona real estate market, including:
• 📉 Condo inventory shifts and what’s driving a buyer’s market
• 💰 Median home and condo prices and how they compare year-over-year
• 🏠 Why single-family homes are still holding strong in a seller’s market
• 🧮 How HOA fees, inflation, and AI-powered market data are changing buyer behavior
• 💡 Opportunities we’re seeing right now for smart buyers and investors

We also talk story about life here in Kona and upcoming listings!
Here is the link to the 1/1 condo for $539,000 at Alii Villas:

If you’re watching the market, thinking about buying an investment condo, or planning your move to Hawai‘i, this update is packed with local insight and real data to help you make informed decisions.

Connect with us:
Julie Ziemelis | RS-85062 | REAL Broker
📧 Julie@Ziemelis.com
📞 808-333-1004
🌐 www.365hawaiiRE.com

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