The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 96769 sells for about $850,000, or $650 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 120 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,800 a month.
ZIP 96769 — Makaweli
The market in 96769 remains stable with high demand for limited inventory, keeping prices elevated. Growth is constrained by geography and strict land-use policies, which supports long-term value but limits transaction volume. Buyers should expect a competitive environment for well-maintained properties.
This ZIP is best suited for those seeking a rural, coastal lifestyle, including retirees and remote workers who prioritize natural amenities over urban convenience.
Median prices moved up 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 120 days on market with 11.2 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 9.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 96769, Kauai County, Hawaii
Crime rates in this area are generally low and consistent with rural Kauai, with property crime being the primary concern.
Schools serving this area are part of the Hawaii Department of Education, generally reflecting the rural character of the island with moderate performance ratings.
The area faces significant exposure to tropical storms, high winds, and potential tsunami risks, leading to higher property insurance premiums.
Economic momentum is driven by tourism and local agriculture, with limited new large-scale commercial development due to geographic constraints.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Hawaii) — Real Property Tax: Tax is calculated by applying county-specific tax rates to the assessed value of the property. The formula is (Assessed Value - Exemptions) * Tax Rate. Exemptions include homestead exemptions for owner-occupants, which vary by county.
Commuting is primarily by personal vehicle along the island's main highway corridors, with limited public transit options available.
The area offers immediate access to world-class beaches, hiking trails, and coastal parks, with limited large-scale shopping centers.
The rental market is tight with high demand from both long-term residents and seasonal workers, often influenced by the short-term vacation rental market.
The local economy is heavily reliant on tourism, hospitality, and agricultural operations.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use on the island's primary coastal highway.
Development is strictly managed by county planning departments to preserve the rural and environmental character of the region.
Kauai County assesses property values annually based on market data and land use designations.
Parcels are subject to county-level property taxes and state-level school funding requirements.
Insurance markets are challenging due to high natural disaster risk, often requiring specialized coverage.
Net domestic migration to Hawaii remains sensitive to cost-of-living pressures and housing availability.
Hawaii is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process.
Sellers are required to provide a comprehensive disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 96769.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Remote beach park known for its expansive dunes and coastal views.
Major scenic attraction known as the Grand Canyon of the Pacific.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.