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521 Prospect St, Honolulu
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Description
Perched on the slopes of Punchbowl, this centrally located Honolulu home offers panoramic views of the city and a lifestyle of true urban convenience. The main level features a bright and open living area with refinished parquet floors and a spacious deck that captures sweeping city views. Upstairs is a private primary suite with adjacent office, while the lower level includes two additional bedrooms, a bath, a wet bar, and a separate entrance — ideal for rental income or multigenerational living. Handcrafted stained glass window detailing on both the main and upper levels adds character. The home is equipped with central A/C and solar panels keep electricity costs minimal. Its location is in line with the Capitol and Iolani Palace, preserving the view plane from future development. Watch cruise ships and barges sail in and enjoy sunsets over the city. Ideally situated just minutes from Downtown and the freeway, this property is also close to schools — including Punahou, Maryknoll, and Hanahauoli, as well as major hospitals and UH. Located in the heart of Honolulu and near the vibrant, growing Kakaako community, this home is a rare find that offers both charm and opportunity.
Past Activity
  • Jun 30, 2025 Sold for $1,567,000
  • May 29, 2025 Under Contract
  • May 20, 2025 Listed at $1,520,000
More Details
  • Owner, Tax & Resale History
  • Price / ft²: $853
  • Other Homes Price / ft²
  • Cash vs Financing Buyers
  • Year Remodeled: 2007
  • Zoning: 07 - R-3.5 Residential District
  • Flood Zone: Zone X
  • Elementary School: Royal
  • Middle School: Kawananakoa
  • High School: Roosevelt
  • View: City, Ocean, Sunset
  • Furnished: Partial
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Amenities: Patio/Deck, Wall/Fence
  • TMK: 1-2-2-4-71-0
  • Tax Assessed Land: $824,700
  • Tax Assessed Improvements: $283,900
  • Tax Assessed Total: $1,108,600
  • Courtesy: Hawaii Life / (800) 667-5028
  • MLS: 202512367
About Punchbowl
See our video of Punchbowl homes.

Punchbowl homes have the very enviable location just behind the prime sections of Honolulu, mauka of both the city's modern and historical centers. One thing that needs to be understood first, however, is that there are 2 sections that make up the whole, Upper and Lower Punchbowl.

Lower Punchbowl takes in the properties hugging the base of the volcanic cone, especially the eastern side, where it runs into Makiki. At certain points, those two neighborhoods blur together so either or both labels are sometimes applied to the same place.

Lower has been es  ... Read more
The MLS properties are based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Hicentral MLS, Ltd. Listings last updated on December 12, 2025.Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Other Punchbowl Homes
$1,425,000
1402 Lusitana St
Multi-Family

$1,325,000
2571 Kekuanoni St
5 Bds | 2 Ba
1,584 ft²
$1,850,000
2763 Booth Rd
7 Bds | 3.5 Ba
2,585 ft²
$1,174,000
902-C Prospect St
4 Bds | 3 Ba
1,540 ft²
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1,322 ft²
Salt Lake Honolulu & Moanalua
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Aina Haina
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817 Ekoa Pl
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  • Sold 6/30/25 at $1,567,000
    (List Price: $1,520,000)
Description
Perched on the slopes of Punchbowl, this centrally located Honolulu home offers panoramic views of the city and a lifestyle of true urban convenience. The main level features a bright and open living area with refinished parquet floors and a spacious deck that captures sweeping city views. Upstairs is a private primary suite with adjacent office, while the lower level includes two additional bedrooms, a bath, a wet bar, and a separate entrance — ideal for rental income or multigenerational living. Handcrafted stained glass window detailing on both the main and upper levels adds character. The home is equipped with central A/C and solar panels keep electricity costs minimal. Its location is in line with the Capitol and Iolani Palace, preserving the view plane from future development. Watch cruise ships and barges sail in and enjoy sunsets over the city. Ideally situated just minutes from Downtown and the freeway, this property is also close to schools — including Punahou, Maryknoll, and Hanahauoli, as well as major hospitals and UH. Located in the heart of Honolulu and near the vibrant, growing Kakaako community, this home is a rare find that offers both charm and opportunity.
    The MLS properties are based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Hicentral MLS, Ltd. Listings last updated on December 12, 2025.Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
    • Jun 30, 2025 Sold for $1,567,000
    • May 29, 2025 Under Contract
    • May 20, 2025 Listed at $1,520,000
    See our video of Punchbowl homes.

    Punchbowl homes have the very enviable location just behind the prime sections of Honolulu, mauka of both the city's modern and historical centers. One thing that needs to be understood first, however, is that there are 2 sections that make up the whole, Upper and Lower Punchbowl.

    Lower Punchbowl takes in the properties hugging the base of the volcanic cone, especially the eastern side, where it runs into Makiki. At certain points, those two neighborhoods blur together so either or both labels are sometimes applied to the same place.

    Lower has been es  ... Read more
    Other Punchbowl Homes
    $1,425,000
    1402 Lusitana St
    Multi-Family

    $1,325,000
    2571 Kekuanoni St
    5 Bds | 2 Ba
    1,584 ft²
    $1,850,000
    2763 Booth Rd
    7 Bds | 3.5 Ba
    2,585 ft²
    $1,174,000
    902-C Prospect St
    4 Bds | 3 Ba
    1,540 ft²
     
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