Name: Makaha Valley
Address: Waianae

About the neighborhood

Makaha Valley offers a serene and peaceful environment with predominantly single detached homes showcasing modern designs built mostly after the year 2000. The community features primarily three and four-bedroom residences, providing spacious options for a variety of preferences. Parking availability is excellent, making car travel convenient and hassle-free. Residents benefit from access to nearby parks in surrounding areas, while several bus lines service the community, connecting to other parts of the region. This neighborhood shines with calm streets and a relaxed atmosphere, offering a welcoming setting for anyone seeking a tranquil place to settle.

Characteristics

Transportation

Makaha Valley is an extraordinarily convenient part of the Urban Honolulu metropolitan area for moving around by car. Parking is generally easy. However, residents using public transit may find limited options in Makaha Valley as a result of the service's low frequency. Thankfully, homeowners are served by a few bus lines, and bus stops are usually around the corner. A majority of the homes for sale in this community are located in places that are not very suitable for people who like to get around as pedestrians because almost no daily errands can be run without a car. Makaha Valley is also not very cycling-friendly since riding a bike is rendered strenuous by the often steep topography, and the cycling network is quite poor.

Services

It can be very hard to reach high schools and primary schools as a pedestrian from houses for sale in this community. As far as eating is concerned, it is very rarely practical for property owners in Makaha Valley to travel to the nearest grocery store without the need to get in a vehicle. There are also a few options for those who care about nearby restaurants.

Character

The character of Makaha Valley is exemplified by its calm environment. Most areas in Makaha Valley are very quiet, as noise from the streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue. Parks aren't well-located, which makes it sometimes difficult to get to them. Despite that, there are a few green spaces nearby for residents to check out, such as Waianae Kai Forest Reserve.

Car friendly9.8

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly1.4

Unsuitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly1.4

Other transportation modes are needed to reach day-to-day needs

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants3.0

Some restaurants within a short drive

Groceries1.6

Few or no groceries within a short drive