Situated in the heart of Waikiki, this high-floor unit at Hawaiian Monarch offers a LEGAL short-term rental opportunity with sweeping views of the Ala Wai Canal, city skyline, and partial ocean. Overlooking the pool deck, the unit is furnished and turn-key, ideal for investors or a flexible vacation retreat. Unbeatable location near Waikiki Beach, Ala Moana, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Popular food trucks are located directly across the street, with McCully Shopping Center nearby. Convenience is key with 7-Eleven on the ground floor and on-site car rental services for guests. Parking garage access available and remains more affordable than hotel parking options. A rare chance to own a legal vacation rental in one of Waikiki’s most established buildings. Great income potential in a prime resort destination.
Active
Price cut: $28K (6/13)
$250,000
444 Niu St APT 2502, Honolulu, HI 96815
0beds
222sqft
Condominium
Built in 1979
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,126/sqft
$408/mo HOA
What's special
- 145 days |
- 113 |
- 5 |
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Listed by:
Cannie Chum 808-772-9680,
Locations LLC
Source: HiCentral MLS,MLS#: 202603628
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Carpet
Interior area
- Total structure area: 222
- Total interior livable area: 222 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal, City
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal
- Frontage type: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 1260140320002
- Zoning description: X2 - Apartment Precinct
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: High Rise
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Masonry, Stucco
Condition
- Good Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Barbecue, Community Pool, Fitness, Laundry Facilities
- Security: Key Card Entry, Fire Sprinkler System
- Subdivision: Waikiki
HOA
- Amenities included: Management
- Services included: Common Areas, None, Sewer, Water
- HOA fee: $408 monthly
Location
- Region: Honolulu
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,126/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $301,300
- Annual tax amount: $1,056
- Date on market: 2/23/2026
- Inclusions: AC Window Unit
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/13/2026 | Price change | $250,000-10.1%$1,126/sqft |
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| 2/24/2026 | Price change | $278,000-0.4%$1,252/sqft |
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| 3/15/2025 | Price change | $279,000-6.7%$1,257/sqft |
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| 11/16/2024 | Price change | $299,000-5.1%$1,347/sqft |
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| 7/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $315,000+400%$1,419/sqft |
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| 5/15/2003 | Sold | $63,000+50%$284/sqft |
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| 12/21/2001 | Sold | $42,000+27.3%$189/sqft |
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| 8/21/2000 | Sold | $33,000$149/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,055 +13.4% | $301,300 +13.4% |
| 2024 | $930 +4.1% | $265,700 +4.1% |
| 2023 | $894 +27.7% | $255,300 +27.7% |
| 2022 | $700 -5.7% | $200,000 -5.7% |
| 2021 | $743 -49.9% | $212,200 +4.4% |
| 2020 | $1,481 +118.9% | $203,200 +5.1% |
| 2019 | $677 -2% | $193,300 -2% |
| 2018 | $690 +18% | $197,200 +18% |
| 2017 | $585 +7.5% | $167,100 +7.5% |
| 2016 | $544 +6.4% | $155,400 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $511 +58.6% | $146,100 +19.9% |
| 2014 | $322 | $121,900 |
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Neighborhood: Waikiki
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Ala Wai Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10President George Washington Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Kaimuki High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ala Wai
- Middle: Washington
- High: Kaimuki
Source: HiCentral MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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