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  • Sold 5/3/23 at $200,000
    (List Price: $200,000)
  • Beds: 0
  • Baths: 1
  • Living: 529 ft²
  • Tenure:Leasehold ?
  • Leasehold Expiry: 04/30/34
  • Lease Rent: $ 540 / month
  • Fee Purchase: Not available
  • Built: 1962
  • Parking: 0
  • Maint. (HOA) Fees: $715 / month
  • Property Taxes: $123 / month ?
  • Est. Mortgage: $1,011 / mo - adjust loan
  • Time Listed for Sale: 349 days
  • Status: Sold
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2500 Kalakaua Ave #1505, Honolulu

Description
Welcome to paradise! One of the most beautiful studios (Large 529 sqft) in Waikiki. Across the street is world-famous Waikiki Beach which offers amazing ocean views from the unit and the Waikiki lifestyle you have been seeking. Quality features include porcelain tile throughout the entire studio, removal of popcorn ceiling, newer counters, cabinetry, and slider windows (2012) to allow more vistas of the ocean and natural Hawaiian breeze. Short distances to Waikiki Beach, surf spots, Diamond Head, shops, restaurants, and Kapiolani Park to engulf the natural beauty of Oahu and the vacation/second home you have been dreaming of. Foster Tower is a secure-high rise building with 24-hour security, pet-friendly, and in a resort zoned to allow the building min. 30-day rental rule. Leasehold unit with the lease expiring in April of 2034. Portfolio financing is possible through First Hawaiian Bank.
Past Activity
  • May 03, 2023 Sold for $200,000
  • Apr 15, 2023 Expired
  • Apr 04, 2023 In Escrow
  • Mar 10, 2023 Price $200,000
  • Aug 31, 2022 Back to Active
  • Aug 25, 2022 In Escrow
  • Aug 22, 2022 Back to Active
  • Aug 14, 2022 In Escrow
  • Jul 13, 2022 Price $235,000
  • Jul 05, 2022 Back to Active
  • Jun 12, 2022 In Escrow
  • May 20, 2022 Price $265,000
  • Mar 14, 2022 Listed at $299,000
  • Dec 22, 2019 Expired
  • Dec 21, 2018 Listed at $292,100
  • Nov 02, 2017 Sold for $245,000
  • Aug 22, 2017 In Escrow
  • Jun 29, 2017 Listed at $299,000
  • Feb 01, 2016 Expired
  • Jan 11, 2016 Price $325,000
  • Dec 21, 2015 Price $335,000
  • Nov 24, 2015 Price $350,000
  • Nov 05, 2015 Price $358,000
  • Sep 20, 2015 Price $365,000
  • Sep 01, 2015 Price $375,000
  • Aug 13, 2015 Listed at $395,000
  • May 21, 2015 Withdrawn / Canceled
  • May 04, 2015 Price $333,000
  • Mar 20, 2015 Price $339,000
  • Feb 18, 2015 Price $345,000
  • Jan 06, 2015 Price $360,000
  • Dec 09, 2014 Price $375,000
  • Oct 06, 2014 Price $399,000
  • Sep 24, 2014 Listed at $425,000
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More Details
  • Owner, Tax & Resale History
  • HOA Fees / ft²: $1.35
  • Price / ft²: $378
  • Other Condos Price / ft²
  • Cash vs Financing Buyers
  • HOA Fees Include: Cable TV, Hot Water, Other Common Expenses, Sewer, Water
  • Year Remodeled: 2017
  • Zoning: X6 - Resort Mixed Use Precinct
  • Flood Zone: Zone X
  • View: City, Coastline, Ocean
  • Furnished: Negotiable
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Owner Occupancy: 60%
  • Management Company: Toucstone
  • Security Features: Key, Security Patrol, Video
  • Amenities: Community Laundry, Exercise Room, Heated Pool, Patio/Deck, Pool on Property, Recreation Room, Resident Manager, Restaurant, Sauna, Security Guard, Trash Chute
  • TMK: 1-2-6-26-14-78
  • Tax Assessed Land: $18,500
  • Tax Assessed Improvements: $398,800
  • Tax Assessed Total: $417,300
  • Courtesy: Coldwell Banker Realty / (808) 596-0456
  • MLS: 202204826
Good to Know
Profile
  • Address: 2500 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815.
  • Built in 1962, 133 Units on 25 Floors, Studio & 1 to 2BR Floor plans, Pets: OK (verify).
  • Amenities include Heated Pool, Fitness Center, Sauna, 24-Hour Security.
  • 1st residential condo, over 16 stories tall, built in Waikiki.

About Foster Tower
Prime location on Kalakaua Ave, right across the street from a central part of Waikiki Beach. Residential buildings in Waikiki rarely sit this close to the beach; most are built a bit further inland and prime spots closer to the ocean are generally 'reserved' for hotel  .....
Read more.
The MLS properties are based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Hicentral MLS, Ltd. Listings last updated on March 28, 2024. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
  • Sold 5/3/23 at $200,000
    (List Price: $200,000)
Description
Welcome to paradise! One of the most beautiful studios (Large 529 sqft) in Waikiki. Across the street is world-famous Waikiki Beach which offers amazing ocean views from the unit and the Waikiki lifestyle you have been seeking. Quality features include porcelain tile throughout the entire studio, removal of popcorn ceiling, newer counters, cabinetry, and slider windows (2012) to allow more vistas of the ocean and natural Hawaiian breeze. Short distances to Waikiki Beach, surf spots, Diamond Head, shops, restaurants, and Kapiolani Park to engulf the natural beauty of Oahu and the vacation/second home you have been dreaming of. Foster Tower is a secure-high rise building with 24-hour security, pet-friendly, and in a resort zoned to allow the building min. 30-day rental rule. Leasehold unit with the lease expiring in April of 2034. Portfolio financing is possible through First Hawaiian Bank.
    The MLS properties are based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of Hicentral MLS, Ltd. Listings last updated on March 28, 2024. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
    • May 03, 2023 Sold for $200,000
    • Apr 15, 2023 Expired
    • Apr 04, 2023 In Escrow
    • Mar 10, 2023 Price $200,000
    • Aug 31, 2022 Back to Active
    • Aug 25, 2022 In Escrow
    • Aug 22, 2022 Back to Active
    • Aug 14, 2022 In Escrow
    • Jul 13, 2022 Price $235,000
    • Jul 05, 2022 Back to Active
    • Jun 12, 2022 In Escrow
    • May 20, 2022 Price $265,000
    • Mar 14, 2022 Listed at $299,000
    • Dec 22, 2019 Expired
    • Dec 21, 2018 Listed at $292,100
    • Nov 02, 2017 Sold for $245,000
    • Aug 22, 2017 In Escrow
    • Jun 29, 2017 Listed at $299,000
    • Feb 01, 2016 Expired
    • Jan 11, 2016 Price $325,000
    • Dec 21, 2015 Price $335,000
    • Nov 24, 2015 Price $350,000
    • Nov 05, 2015 Price $358,000
    • Sep 20, 2015 Price $365,000
    • Sep 01, 2015 Price $375,000
    • Aug 13, 2015 Listed at $395,000
    • May 21, 2015 Withdrawn / Canceled
    • May 04, 2015 Price $333,000
    • Mar 20, 2015 Price $339,000
    • Feb 18, 2015 Price $345,000
    • Jan 06, 2015 Price $360,000
    • Dec 09, 2014 Price $375,000
    • Oct 06, 2014 Price $399,000
    • Sep 24, 2014 Listed at $425,000
    Profile
    • Address: 2500 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815.
    • Built in 1962, 133 Units on 25 Floors, Studio & 1 to 2BR Floor plans, Pets: OK (verify).
    • Amenities include Heated Pool, Fitness Center, Sauna, 24-Hour Security.
    • 1st residential condo, over 16 stories tall, built in Waikiki.

    About Foster Tower
    Prime location on Kalakaua Ave, right across the street from a central part of Waikiki Beach. Residential buildings in Waikiki rarely sit this close to the beach; most are built a bit further inland and prime spots closer to the ocean are generally 'reserved' for hotel  .....
    Read more.
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    Leasehold
    $275,000
    Foster Tower #503
    1 Bd | 1 Ba
    802 ft²
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    Foster Tower #1606
    Studio | 1 Ba
    441 ft²
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    Foster Tower #504
    2 Bds | 1 Ba
    1,233 ft²
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    Foster Tower #2004
    2 Bds | 2 Ba
    1,138 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.
    Leasehold Expiry: 04/30/34
    Buyer and Seller have reached an agreement and are under contract. However, the sale is still subject to one or more contingencies.
    We have handled many transactions for clients who purchase Hawaii real estate without visiting. By request, we can prepare thorough property videos to ensure you are familiar with every detail necessary. All documents can be signed remotely.
    Buyer and Seller have reached an agreement and are under contract. The sale is expected to close / record soon.
    We will be happy to work with you as a Buyer's agent. Call us to learn more: 808-943-9000.
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