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Description
Tucked high above Honolulu on a lush mountainside, this elegant mid-century modern residence offers a rare blend of privacy, natural beauty, and classic island design. Designed by noted architect Kenji Onodera, the home reflects the timeless hallmarks of 1950s Hawai‘i architecture: an open layout, natural ventilation, and a seamless connection between indoors and out.Step inside through a solid koa entry door to find warm redwood walls, a vaulted cedar ceiling with exposed beams, and expansive plate-glass windows that frame panoramic views of the city, ocean, and surrounding forest. Every detail speaks to craftsmanship and connection with the land, while the tropical landscaping by Richard C. Tongg, one of Hawai‘i’s pioneering landscape architects, enhances the home’s serene setting.Set on a quiet ridge that catches the cooling trade winds, this private sanctuary feels a world away, with trailheads just steps from the back door, while still being minutes from Honolulu’s best schools and shopping. A timeless retreat where architecture, landscape, and island living exist in perfect harmony.
Recent Activity
  • Dec 15, 2025 Under Contract
  • Nov 29, 2025 Price $1,698,000
  • Oct 10, 2025 Listed at $1,900,000
Recent Sales
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More Details
  • Owner, Tax & Resale History
  • Price / ft²: $954
  • Other Homes Price / ft²
  • Cash vs Financing Buyers
  • Zoning: 61 - P-1 Restricted Preservatio
  • Flood Zone: Zone X
  • Elementary School: Lincoln
  • Middle School: Stevenson
  • High School: Roosevelt
  • View: City, Ocean, Other
  • Property Condition: Above Average,Average
  • Security Features: Key
  • Amenities: Patio/Deck, Storage
  • TMK: 1-2-5-12-12-0
  • Tax Assessed Land: $1,071,900
  • Tax Assessed Improvements: $354,700
  • Tax Assessed Total: $1,426,600
  • Courtesy: Coldwell Banker Realty / (808) 596-0456
  • MLS: 202523272
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About Tantalus
See this aerial video of Tantalus homes.

Tantalus is a hidden lush tropical rainforest neighborhood of about 120 homes favored for it’s cooler, often misty, climate and pristine lush green jungle ambience with tropical flowers and hanging vines, making it one of the most unique areas of real estate in Honolulu.

Located just beyond Makiki Heights and high above Honolulu, Tantalus is bordered by Pauoa Valley to the west and Manoa Valley to the east. Tantalus homes for sale are typically valued in the $800K to $3M range often on large private jungle lots between 9,000 sq ft and 2 acre  ... Read more
The MLS properties are based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Hicentral MLS, Ltd. Listings last updated on December 26, 2025.Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Other Tantalus Homes
$1,950,000
156 Forest Ridge Way
4 Bds | 3 Ba
3,094 ft²
$7,000,000
3711 Round Top Dr
6 Bds | 5.5 Ba
4,843 ft²
Other Honolulu Homes
Koko Head Terrace
$1,700,000
362 Waiopua Pl
3 Bds | 2 Ba
1,764 ft²
Makiki
$1,695,000
2325 Round Top Dr
5 Bds | 3 Ba
2,278 ft²
Kalama Valley
$1,690,000
7533 Kamaomao Pl
4 Bds | 2.5 Ba
1,976 ft²
Makiki
$1,688,000
1952 Nehoa Pl
5 Bds | 3.5 Ba
2,006 ft²
Mariners Valley
$1,680,000
1069 Lunalilo Home Rd
6 Bds | 4.5 Ba
2,534 ft²
Kapahulu
$1,675,000
3152 Mokihana Sts
3 Bds | 2 Ba
2,096 ft²
  • Asking Price: $1,698,000
Description
Tucked high above Honolulu on a lush mountainside, this elegant mid-century modern residence offers a rare blend of privacy, natural beauty, and classic island design. Designed by noted architect Kenji Onodera, the home reflects the timeless hallmarks of 1950s Hawai‘i architecture: an open layout, natural ventilation, and a seamless connection between indoors and out.Step inside through a solid koa entry door to find warm redwood walls, a vaulted cedar ceiling with exposed beams, and expansive plate-glass windows that frame panoramic views of the city, ocean, and surrounding forest. Every detail speaks to craftsmanship and connection with the land, while the tropical landscaping by Richard C. Tongg, one of Hawai‘i’s pioneering landscape architects, enhances the home’s serene setting.Set on a quiet ridge that catches the cooling trade winds, this private sanctuary feels a world away, with trailheads just steps from the back door, while still being minutes from Honolulu’s best schools and shopping. A timeless retreat where architecture, landscape, and island living exist in perfect harmony.
    The MLS properties are based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Hicentral MLS, Ltd. Listings last updated on December 26, 2025.Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
    • Dec 15, 2025 Under Contract
    • Nov 29, 2025 Price $1,698,000
    • Oct 10, 2025 Listed at $1,900,000
    See this aerial video of Tantalus homes.

    Tantalus is a hidden lush tropical rainforest neighborhood of about 120 homes favored for it’s cooler, often misty, climate and pristine lush green jungle ambience with tropical flowers and hanging vines, making it one of the most unique areas of real estate in Honolulu.

    Located just beyond Makiki Heights and high above Honolulu, Tantalus is bordered by Pauoa Valley to the west and Manoa Valley to the east. Tantalus homes for sale are typically valued in the $800K to $3M range often on large private jungle lots between 9,000 sq ft and 2 acre  ... Read more
    Other Tantalus Homes
    $1,950,000
    156 Forest Ridge Way
    4 Bds | 3 Ba
    3,094 ft²
    $7,000,000
    3711 Round Top Dr
    6 Bds | 5.5 Ba
    4,843 ft²
    You do not own the land, but have the right to use the land until an expiration year. At expiration the ownership typically reverts back to the land owner.
    Buyer and Seller have reached an agreement and are under contract. The sale may be subject to one or more contingencies.
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