Triplex-Style Residential Income
51-015 Lau Place Kaaawa, HI 96730
For Sale
$1,499,000
MULTI_FAMILY - Other - Kaaawa, HI
Property Size3,004 SF
Price / SF$499
Days on Market49
Property Features for 51-015 Lau Place
General Information
- Property type
- Residential Multi Family
- Property subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Rooms
- Bathroom 1, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 4, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 5, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 6
- Parking
- 3
- Parking features
- On Street, Driveway
- Interior features
- Bedroom on Main Level, Full Bath on Main Level
- Exterior features
- Landscaping
- Fencing
- Fenced
- Standard status
- Active
- APN
- 1-5-1-003-047-0000
- Size
- 3,004 SF
Taxes and HOA fees
- Tax Annual Amount
- 8760
Utilities
- Utilities
- Cable Available
- Sewer type
- Septic Tank
- Water source
- Public
Building Details
- Year built
- 1975
- Floors in Building
- 2
- Flooring type
- Laminate, Hardwood, Tile - Ceramic
- Building materials
- Double Wall, Concrete, Wood Frame
- Architectural style
- Other
Listing Agency:
Equity Hawaii Real Estate, LLC
(808) 426-7875
Listed By:
LaRona L Groff-Bennett · License #RS-75241
(808) 627-2915
Added: Jun 9
Changed: Jul 25
Last Checked: Jul 27 at 7:06AM
MLS# 202611175
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
Two-story residential income property configured for flexible living, featuring vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and an open-concept layout connecting the living and dining areas to a spacious kitchen. The home includes 6 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms, along with a main kitchen plus two kitchenettes and an additional kitchen in the apartment, supporting options for separate arrangements. A brand-new roof has been installed.
The property is described as being just outside the flood zone, with lower insurance costs compared to oceanfront properties, while still providing shared neighborhood beach and ocean access. It is also positioned near beach parks, campgrounds, hiking trails, Kualoa Ranch, and the Crouching Lion Restaurant.
Overall, the layout is presented as an opportunity to create up to three separate rental units or accommodate multi-generational living, with oversized windows designed to frame ocean and mountain views.
The property is described as being just outside the flood zone, with lower insurance costs compared to oceanfront properties, while still providing shared neighborhood beach and ocean access. It is also positioned near beach parks, campgrounds, hiking trails, Kualoa Ranch, and the Crouching Lion Restaurant.
Overall, the layout is presented as an opportunity to create up to three separate rental units or accommodate multi-generational living, with oversized windows designed to frame ocean and mountain views.
Key Highlights
- 3,004 sq ft two‑story home built in 1975 with 6 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms
- Main level features a bedroom plus a full bath
- Open‑concept living and dining area with vaulted ceilings and a spacious kitchen
Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
NOI Build-Up
- Vacancy
- income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
- EGI (Effective Gross Income)
- gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
- OpEx (Operating Expenses)
- recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
- NOI (Net Operating Income)
- income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.
| Component | $ | $/SF |
|---|---|---|
| Gross rent | $91.9k | $30.60 |
| − Vacancy | −$6.5k | −$2.15 |
| EGI | $85.5k | $28.45 |
| − OpEx | −$25.6k | −$8.53 |
| NOI | $59.8k | $19.91 |
3,004 SF · lease $30.60/SF/yr · vacancy 7.03% · expense 30.00%
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$854.6K
$747.8K – $997.0K
NOI $59,822 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.99%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$786.8K
$688.5K – $918.0K
NOI $55,078 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.67%
Theoretical Best
Specialty Retail
$1.22M
$1.06M – $1.42M
NOI $85,194 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.68%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Location Intelligence
Current Use by Public Records
Triplexes
FAQs
What type of property is this?
Triplex - Two-story, 6-bedroom residence with vaulted ceilings, multiple kitchens, and a brand-new roof in a shared beach-access area.
Where is this triplex located?
The property is located at 51-015 Lau Place Kaaawa, HI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,499,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3,004 sq ft two‑story home built in 1975 with 6 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms; Main level features a bedroom plus a full bath; Open‑concept living and dining area with vaulted ceilings and a spacious kitchen