Unique and so very special, this 1937 Albert Ives home nestled between Diamond Head Rd and the world famous Diamond Head National Monument. This beautiful home is located on the prestigious and iconic Makalei Place. Gorgeous ocean views can be enjoyed throughout this private sanctuary. It's surrounded by nature, birds and landscaped gardens. House and landscaping are anchored around a magnificent Chinese banyan tree. Ohia wood floors, polished concrete patios, pickled redwood walls, and modern built-in appliances are special features to name a few. Entertain and enjoy all the indoor outdoor spaces, especially the pool and spa tub. This gem of a property consists of three bedrooms and two full bathrooms upstairs of the main house. In a separate structure consistent with the rest of the home is a large guest cottage about 800 SF equipped with a kitchenette, large bathroom and its own laundry and patio space. Below the guest cottage at the bottom of this sprawling property is a finished enclosed basement with bathroom. The space is great as a workshop, artist studio or storage. This is a rare slice of history that reflects old Hawai'i with modern livability.
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$5,105,000
2980 Makalei Pl, Honolulu, HI 96815
4beds
3,494sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1937
-- sqft lot
$5,106,500 Zestimate®
$1,461/sqft
$6,499 Estimated rent
Home value
$5,106,500
$4.80M - $5.41M
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kelly Allen 808-306-7005,
Carvill Sotheby's Intl. Realty
Bought with:
NON MLS
Non-MLS
Source: HiCentral MLS,MLS#: 202524617
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Guest Quarters
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,982
- Total interior livable area: 3,494 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Driveway, Three or more Spaces
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Landscaping
- Pool features: In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo
- Fencing: Fenced,Wall
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Mountain(s), Ocean, Sunset
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Features: Cleared, Interior Lot
- Topography: Sloping,Terraced
Details
- Parcel number: 1310350170000
- Zoning description: 03 - R10 - Residential District
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Detached,Multi-Family
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Double Wall, Concrete
Condition
- Excellent,Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1937
- Major remodel year: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Cesspool
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Deck/Porch, Patio, Storage Facilities
- Subdivision: Diamond Head
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Honolulu
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,461/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $4,271,900
- Annual tax amount: $20,652
- Date on market: 10/31/2025
- Inclusions: AC Split, Ceiling Fan, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Lawn Sprinkler, Microwave, Photovoltaic - Owned, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Smoke Detector, Washer, Water Heater, Wine Refrigerator
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/9/2025 | Sold | $5,105,000-1.7%$1,461/sqft |
Source:  HiCentral MLS #202524617 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2025 | Pending sale | $5,195,000$1,487/sqft |
Source: HiCentral MLS #202524617 Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2025 | Contingent | $5,195,000$1,487/sqft |
Source: HiCentral MLS #202524617 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $5,195,000+18.6%$1,487/sqft |
Source: HiCentral MLS #202524617 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2024 | Listing removed | $12,000-14.3%$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2024 | Listed for rent | $14,000$4/sqft |
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| 4/30/2016 | Listing removed | $4,380,000$1,254/sqft |
Source: Choi International #201518829 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2016 | Price change | $4,380,000-4.8%$1,254/sqft |
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| 10/17/2015 | Listed for sale | $4,600,000+58.6%$1,317/sqft |
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| 12/12/2013 | Sold | $2,900,000-2.8%$830/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2013 | Price change | $2,985,000-19.3%$854/sqft |
Source: Gold Coast Real Estate, Inc. #201327965 Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2012 | Price change | $3,700,000-11.9%$1,059/sqft |
Source: Gold Coast Real Estate, Inc. #1203676 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2012 | Listed for sale | $4,200,000+48.1%$1,202/sqft |
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| 10/27/2006 | Sold | $2,836,333+970.3%$812/sqft |
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| 4/20/2001 | Sold | $265,000$76/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $4,271,900 -3.9% |
| 2024 | $15,138 -2.7% | $4,445,100 -2.2% |
| 2023 | $15,555 +1.8% | $4,544,200 +1.8% |
| 2022 | $15,272 -47.6% | $4,463,500 +33.4% |
| 2021 | $29,120 -9.7% | $3,344,800 -8.2% |
| 2020 | $32,242 -0.1% | $3,642,100 -0.1% |
| 2019 | $32,283 +14.8% | $3,646,000 +0.6% |
| 2018 | $28,131 +31.8% | $3,625,700 +1.9% |
| 2017 | $21,338 +20.7% | $3,556,400 +20.7% |
| 2016 | $17,676 -17.6% | $2,946,000 -17.6% |
| 2015 | $21,439 +140.5% | $3,573,200 +12.9% |
| 2014 | $8,916 | $3,164,300 +2.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $3,080,800 +4.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $2,937,000 +11.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $2,627,300 +2.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $2,565,800 -6.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $2,736,800 -7% |
| 2008 | -- | $2,942,500 +5.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $2,786,400 +69.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,642,300 +16.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,408,700 +43.5% |
| 2004 | -- | $982,000 0% |
| 2003 | $3,334 +14.3% | $982,300 +7.5% |
| 2002 | $2,918 | $913,500 |
| 2000 | -- | -- |
| 1999 | -- | $814,200 |
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Neighborhood: Diamond Head
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