Real Estate Investing in Kapaa, Hawaii

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 20,566 • Kauai County

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Should you buy in Kapaa, HI? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (40/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 19.1% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

5.6% 5yr CAGR

4.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $958,375
Avg Monthly Rent $3,473
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Kapaa Real Estate

Kapaa, HI covers 1 ZIP codes and a population but the investment metrics here are underwhelming — this is not a market to enter casually.

Kapaa is the kind of market where the cap rate on paper and the cap rate realized tend to diverge. unambiguously out-of-state investors should be especially careful with the assumptions they carry in.

firmly Kapaa's sale market has not rewarded patience. less favorable for listings sit longer, price cuts are common, and rent growth has been flat to negative in multiple ZIPs.

The 0% renter share in Kapaa masks uneven tenant quality across ZIPs, and $N/AK median income leaves little cushion against economic shocks.

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Best ZIP codes in Kapaa, HI

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Avg Home Value
$958,375
Avg Monthly Rent
$3,473
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (HI)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Kapaa, HI metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
72%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Kapaa, HI metro
0
Days to pending
5.5%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Kapaa, HI

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kapaa, HI

What is the average home sale price in Kapaa, HI?

Typical homes in Kapaa, HI go for around $958K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% even-keeled price movement.

Does Kapaa, HI make sense for an investment property?

The 3.0/5 investability rating in Kapaa, HI reflects its $958K prices and $3,473/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within HI.

How strong is tenant demand in Kapaa, HI?

Working renters make up the core of the Kapaa, HI tenant base. The pool is reasonable for investors targeting long-term holds.

Is HI a landlord-friendly state?

Landlord-friendliness in Kapaa, HI is landlord-friendly. Eviction timelines and lease enforcement are considered reasonable by most property managers.

Is Kapaa, HI a good market for FHA house hackers?

Kapaa, HI offers a challenging house-hacking opportunity. Small multifamily or rent-by-the-room plays can pair well with the $3,473/mo rent level.

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