Kauaʻi Real Estate Market Update: What September’s Slowdown Means for Buyers
Sales slowed sharply across Kauaʻi in September while homes took longer to sell—creating a market where buyers may have more negotiating room despite relatively strong prices.
Kauaʻi’s housing market slowed significantly in September 2026, with fewer homes changing hands and properties generally taking longer to sell.
Single-family home sales fell to just 18 for the month, down 50% from September 2025, while the median sales price rose 9% to $1.49 million. Median days on market increased to 77 days, an 82% increase from a year ago.
Condo Activity Was Even Quieter
Only six condos sold island-wide during September, a 65% decline from the previous year. The median condo sales price was $726,500, down 11%.
Princeville recorded just one condo sale during the month, at $699,000. That property had spent 243 days on the market—another example of the slower pace we’re seeing in parts of the island.
Looking Beyond One Month
The year-to-date numbers help put September into perspective.
Through September, Kauaʻi recorded 252 residential sales, down 14% from the same period in 2025. At the same time, the median residential sales price increased 8% to $1.30 million.
Homes are also taking longer to sell. The year-to-date median days on market increased from 24 days in 2025 to 43 days in 2026, a 77% increase.
Condo sales are down 28% year over year, with a year-to-date median sales price of $865,000.
What Does This Mean for Kauaʻi Buyers?
This is an interesting combination: prices remain relatively strong, but the pace of the market has slowed.
For buyers, that can create opportunities that aren’t obvious from the asking price alone.
Properties that have been on the market for an extended period, undergone price adjustments, or attracted limited buyer activity may offer more room for negotiation. Looking at a property’s complete listing and sales history can be particularly useful in this type of market.
September’s numbers should also be viewed in context. Recent weather during an active hurricane season contributed to reduced activity, so the coming months should provide a clearer picture of whether the slowdown continues or was partly a temporary interruption.
Thinking About Buying on Kauaʻi?
Every property—and every buyer—is different. I can help you look beyond the asking price, understand a property’s market history, and identify homes that fit what you’re actually looking for.
Greg Holder - Coldwell Banker Island Properties
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