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2895 Kalakaua Ave #Grand PH/PH 2, Honolulu

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Description
Beyond Extraordinary! Available for the first time in 24 years the Grand Penthouse and Penthouse 2 at the Colony Surf are truly one-of-a-kind in the building and along the Gold Coast. Upon entering through a private foyer, you are greeted to panoramic views of ocean, Waikiki and Diamond Head, with an amazing location like no other, offering Kapiolani Park to the back of the building to a beautiful sandy beach directly in front of the building. A private elevator gives you access to a separate bedroom/bath, for guests or a private office away from the upstairs living and bedroom areas, also both apartments have central A/C. There is also a 400 + private deck to the back of the apartment which offers amazing views of Diamond Head and ocean. Enjoy fine dining at Michel’s Restaurant located in the lobby area and just a few minutes away breakfast at the Hau Tree Lanai. Explore with a short walk the Aquarium, Zoo and Waikiki with all the many boutique shops and cafes. A legacy property, like no other, awaits the Buyer!
Recent Activity
  • Feb 19, 2025 Listed at $10,000,000
Recent Sales
(Colony Surf)
  • #709: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $1.35M (12/30/25)
  • #505: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $1.225M (8/13/25)
  • #1202: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $2.3M (7/17/25)
  • #605: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $1.3M (4/23/25)
  • #908: Studio | 1 Ba @ $955K (4/10/25)
  • #208: Studio | 1 Ba @ $775K (4/9/25)
  • #1508: Studio | 1 Ba @ $855K (4/4/25)
  • #807: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $1.45M (3/28/25)
  • #701: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $2.2M (10/11/24)
  • #307: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $1M (9/30/24)
  • #103: Studio | 1 Ba @ $1.02M (9/6/24)
  • #409: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $1.195M (5/31/24)
  • #306: Studio | 1 Ba @ $998K (4/5/24)
  • #1103: Studio | 1 Ba @ $1.149M (12/12/23)
  • #309: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $1.2M (10/17/23)
  • #609: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $1.43M (8/11/23)
  • #704: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $2.3M (7/27/23)
  • #705: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $1.8M (7/17/23)
  • #707&708: 2 Bds | 2 Ba @ $2.8M (7/14/23)
  • #1007: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $1.395M (6/23/23)
  • #1201: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $2.295M (3/13/23)
  • #105: Studio | 1 Ba @ $790K (2/24/23)
  • #1704: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $2.3M (2/15/23)
  • #502: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $2.25M (2/10/23)
  • #1701: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $2.1M (12/30/22)
  • #202: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $1.85M (12/27/22)
  • #PH01: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $2.25M (8/22/22)
  • #1503/04: 1 Bd | 2 Ba @ $3.998M (5/6/22)
  • #1707: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $1.65M (5/2/22)
  • #901: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $2.175M (4/18/22)
  • #1809: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $1.55M (3/15/22)
  • #1205 1206: 1 Bd | 2 Ba @ $3.15M (1/18/22)
  • #506: Studio | 1 Ba @ $742K (10/6/21)
  • #109: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $730K (8/19/21)
  • #909: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $1.55M (8/6/21)
  • #1801: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $1.985M (3/16/21)
  • #207: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $848K (2/25/21)
  • #1105: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $1.55M (9/28/20)
  • #1703: Studio | 1 Ba @ $961K (6/24/20)
  • #1101: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $2.05M (12/13/19)
  • #1909: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $1.87M (9/30/19)
  • #1804: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $1.87M (8/7/19)
  • #205: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $898K (7/15/19)
  • #203: Studio | 1 Ba @ $950K (6/12/19)
  • #PH1: 1 Bd | 1 Ba @ $2.25M (4/18/19)
  • #1001/02: 2 Bds | 2 Ba @ $3.15M (3/29/19)
  • #PH06: Studio | 1 Ba @ $950K (10/1/18)
  • #1205/1206: 1 Bd | 2 Ba @ $1.75M (7/30/18)
  • #404/405: 1 Bd | 2 Ba @ $2.8M (7/27/18)
  • #1208: Studio | 1 Ba @ $925K (5/2/18)
More Details
  • Owner, Tax & Resale History
  • HOA Fees / ft²: $2.15
  • Price / ft²: $2,488
  • Other Condos Price / ft²
  • Cash vs Financing Buyers
  • HOA Fees Include: Cable TV, Electricity, Gas, Hot Water, Internet Service, Sewer, Water
  • Year Remodeled: 1998
  • Zoning: 12 - A-2 Medium Density Apartme
  • Flood Zone: Zone AE,Zone VE,Zone X
  • Elementary School: Waikiki
  • Middle School: Washington
  • High School: Kaimuki
  • View: City, Coastline, Diamond Head, Mountain, Ocean, Sunset
  • Furnished: Partial
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Owner Occupancy: 20%
  • Management Company: Springboard Hospitality
  • Security Features: Key, Keyed Elevator
  • Amenities: Community Laundry, Resident Manager, Restaurant, Security Guard, Wall/Fence
  • TMK: 1-3-1-32-10-172
  • Tax Assessed Land: $385,700
  • Tax Assessed Improvements: $7,553,900
  • Tax Assessed Total: $7,939,600
  • Courtesy: Coldwell Banker Realty / (808) 596-0456
  • MLS: 202505205
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About Colony Surf
  • Address: 2895 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815.
     
  • Built: 1959, 20 Floors, 172 Units, Studio & 1BR, Pets: OK (verify).
     
  • Amenities: Outdoor Shower.
     
  • Short-term Vacation Renting: Not Allowed.

Colony Surf, originally a cooperative converted to fee simple, starting in 2003 (some units remained co-ops until their mortgage portions were paid), is the tallest Gold Coast condo at the Waikiki-Diamond Head transition, built in 1958 by developer John Barkhorn on leased land from multiple owners (fee interest later purchased).

The property features

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The MLS properties are based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Hicentral MLS, Ltd. Listings last updated on January 01, 2026.Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Other Colony Surf Listings
$5,795,000
Colony Surf #1403, 1404 & 1405
3 Bds | 3 Ba
2,372 ft²
$2,350,000
Colony Surf #104
1 Bd | 1 Ba
1,006 ft²
$2,200,000
Colony Surf #302
1 Bd | 1 Ba
853 ft²
$1,088,000
Colony Surf #309
1 Bd | 1 Ba
853 ft²
Other Honolulu Condos
Diamond Head
$10,700,000
Kuu Makana At Diamond Head #4
3 Bds | 3 Ba
3,521 ft²
Diamond Head
$6,500,000
3003 Kalakaua #5B
2 Bds | 2 Ba
1,984 ft²
Diamond Head
$6,700,000
3003 Kalakaua #5A
2 Bds | 2 Ba
1,984 ft²
Waikiki
$9,980,000
Kakaako
$11,900,000
Hokua #Alii C
4 Bds | 4.5 Ba
6,870 ft²
Waikiki
$7,950,000
Ritz-Carlton Waikiki #2806
3 Bds | 4.5 Ba
2,557 ft²
  • Asking Price: $10,000,000
Description
Beyond Extraordinary! Available for the first time in 24 years the Grand Penthouse and Penthouse 2 at the Colony Surf are truly one-of-a-kind in the building and along the Gold Coast. Upon entering through a private foyer, you are greeted to panoramic views of ocean, Waikiki and Diamond Head, with an amazing location like no other, offering Kapiolani Park to the back of the building to a beautiful sandy beach directly in front of the building. A private elevator gives you access to a separate bedroom/bath, for guests or a private office away from the upstairs living and bedroom areas, also both apartments have central A/C. There is also a 400 + private deck to the back of the apartment which offers amazing views of Diamond Head and ocean. Enjoy fine dining at Michel’s Restaurant located in the lobby area and just a few minutes away breakfast at the Hau Tree Lanai. Explore with a short walk the Aquarium, Zoo and Waikiki with all the many boutique shops and cafes. A legacy property, like no other, awaits the Buyer!
    The MLS properties are based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Hicentral MLS, Ltd. Listings last updated on January 01, 2026.Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
    • Feb 19, 2025 Listed at $10,000,000
    • Address: 2895 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815.
       
    • Built: 1959, 20 Floors, 172 Units, Studio & 1BR, Pets: OK (verify).
       
    • Amenities: Outdoor Shower.
       
    • Short-term Vacation Renting: Not Allowed.

    Colony Surf, originally a cooperative converted to fee simple, starting in 2003 (some units remained co-ops until their mortgage portions were paid), is the tallest Gold Coast condo at the Waikiki-Diamond Head transition, built in 1958 by developer John Barkhorn on leased land from multiple owners (fee interest later purchased).

    The property features

      ... Read more
    Other Colony Surf Listings
    $5,795,000
    Colony Surf #1403, 1404 & 1405
    3 Bds | 3 Ba
    2,372 ft²
    $2,350,000
    Colony Surf #104
    1 Bd | 1 Ba
    1,006 ft²
    $2,200,000
    Colony Surf #302
    1 Bd | 1 Ba
    853 ft²
    $1,088,000
    Colony Surf #309
    1 Bd | 1 Ba
    853 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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