Watch as Chad Takesue, Interim Chief Executive Officer for Locations, gives an Oahu real estate market update to Hawaii News Now Sunrise host Howard Dicus in January 2026.
Key Takeaways
- Mortgage rates are expected to remain in the low 6-percent range.
- The Oahu real estate market was stable in December 2025 and is likely to remain steady throughout the first quarter of 2026.
- The State continues to look at affordable housing options, including an option for the "gap" group of buyers, who may not qualify for traditional affordable housing.
- Local banks are well-versed in affordable housing lending.
- Every neighborhood and building is different, so be sure to work with a knowledgeable Realtor.
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Tune in to Hawaii News Now Sunrise every fourth Thursday morning to catch Locations' monthly Oahu real estate market update.
