Kailua is primarily a residential area, but is also a great tourist spot. It offers quality education and a high standard of living, making it a great place to move to. It is a typical suburb, with post-war development and improved highways. This windward town on Oahu is supported by community organisations and many small businesses.
Weather
The weather in Kailua is typical of any other coastal town; it is a sunny paradise and warm almost throughout the year. The average rainfall is 3 inches. The rainy season is November to March and April to October are the driest months. However, rainfall also occurs during the dry season. With no extreme weather conditions, Kailua is an ideal place to live in terms of weather. The rainfall is not enough to cause major water problems and there is plenty of sunshine all year around.
Real estate
Real estate in Kailua, of late has been a booming market. Although the number of sales has gone down due the economic crisis, the prices aren’t exorbitant and the mortgage interest rates are nominal.
Rentals – There are a number of single-family homes and condominiums available for rent. Generally, houses are given out on one-year lease contracts. The houses can be unfurnished or furnished depending on the location and price. The rental amount varies depending on the location and type of house. However, it is recommended to rent a home from a trusted realtor.
Properties – If you’re moving to Kailua for a short period of time, it is not recommended to buy a house as the number of sales has gone down and prices have risen. However, if you’re planning to settle down in Kailua or move for a longer period of time, now is a good time to buy a house as the prices are predicted to increase further in the future. Being a residential area, the value of your property, if bought, will never go down.
People
The residents of Kailua are a well knit community. They are friendly and helpful. As Kailua is a popular tourist spot, they are also extremely hospitable. They take great pride in their tradition, history and community. Great efforts have been taken by the local community to preserve the natural wonders that form a part of Kailua and have helped keep Kailua a treasure chest of culture and natural beauty for generations. Small businesses have flourished in such a setting.
Education
The residents of Kailua place great value on education. The Honolulu School District is a prominent and important educational district. The Kailua High School is well-known for its quality in education, high academic rating and excellent students that graduate from the school and go on to pursue undergraduate degrees in Hawaii and in the mainland. There are also private schools located a small distance away, in Honolulu.
Lifestyle
Kailua is a beautiful residential area. Its serene and pristine beauty has been untouched by the adverse effects of modernisation. Although the primary tourist locations are busy during the tourist season, the area has kept itself free of the hassles of modern lifestyle. The soothing beach lifestyle and beauty of forests, mountains and beaches make it an ideal place to live. For adventure and activity, there are a number of water sports that are popular.
Economy
Tourism, local trade and small businesses make Kailua a self-sufficient community. The Kailua Chamber of Commerce was established in 1994 to improve the business economy and encourage businesses. As a result of this, malls, good bars, restaurants for fine dining and small businesses were set up. All this has however, not affected the natural beauty of Kailua, that makes it one of the best places to live.