Is Lawai, HI 96765 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Lawai is a balanced market. With about null months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.
The Lawai housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 100% of homes in Lawai, HI 96765 sold above their list price and the typical home went under contract in 70 days. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Within Kauai County, homes here sell faster than in 91% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Kilauea 96754 (0% sold over asking) or Kalaheo 96741 (0% sold over asking).
Run the numbers for 96765
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Anahola 96703Buyer’s market $1,207 /sq ftEleele 96705Seller’s market $788 /sq ftHanalei 96714Buyer’s market $2,200 /sq ftHanapepe 96716Seller’s market $546 /sq ft Browse all markets →Where Lawai is
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Questions about Lawai real estate
How fast do homes sell in Lawai?
The typical home went under contract in 70 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Lawai sell over asking?
100% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 122.3% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Lawai?
About 0.21% of a home’s value a year in Kauai County, or roughly $840 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Lawai?
The median sale price was $706,274 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $818 per square foot.
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