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# Top Real Estate Agents in Waipahu, Hawaii

> Find top real estate agents in Waipahu, Hawaii. Median home price: $620K. Connect with the best local agents today.

**Agents Ranked:** 10 | **State:** Hawaii

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## Top 10 Agents

### #1 Adrienne Lally
- **Brokerage:** Team Lally - Partner
- **Total Sales:** 1457
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 22
- **Listings:** 33

### #2 Erin Evans
- **Brokerage:** CENTURY 21 Island Homes
- **Total Sales:** 1002
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 8
- **Listings:** 7

### #3 Hawaii Life Oahu
- **Brokerage:** Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers
- **Total Sales:** 3943
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 25
- **Listings:** 35

### #4 Devin Tryan
- **Brokerage:** Talk Realty RB-24432
- **Total Sales:** 572
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 13
- **Listings:** 22

### #5 Lydia Bishop
- **Brokerage:** Sesame Realty, LLC
- **Total Sales:** 142
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 27
- **Listings:** 0

### #6 Erin Evans
- **Brokerage:** CENTURY 21 Island Homes
- **Total Sales:** 565
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 17
- **Listings:** 11

### #7 Locations LLC
- **Brokerage:** Locations 
- **Total Sales:** 2754
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 57
- **Listings:** 80

### #8 Christina Nishiyama R/SVP/BIC
- **Brokerage:** Engel & Volkers - Honolulu
- **Total Sales:** 571
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 23
- **Listings:** 17

### #9 Arlene J. Kelly
- **Brokerage:** A.J. Kelly Realty, Inc.
- **Total Sales:** 101
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** 39
- **Listings:** 2

### #10 Ashley Zhu
- **Brokerage:** Plumeria Hawaii Properties
- **Total Sales:** 129
- **Avg Rating:** 5
- **Years Experience:** N/A
- **Listings:** 8

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## Frequently Asked Questions — Waipahu Real Estate

### What is the average home price in Waipahu, Hawaii?

The median home price in Waipahu is $620,000. Prices vary by neighborhood and property type — a local real estate agent can give you a current comparative market analysis for the specific area and home size you're targeting.

### How long does it take to sell a home in Waipahu?

Homes in Waipahu spend an average of 22 days on the market. Well-priced, well-presented homes in desirable neighborhoods often sell faster, while properties that need work or are priced above market may take longer.

### How do I find the best real estate agent in Waipahu, Hawaii?

Look for agents with documented sales history, strong local reviews, and direct experience in Waipahu's neighborhoods. Top10REAgents ranks the highest-performing agents in Waipahu based on documented sales volume, client ratings, and market expertise — all agents listed here meet a minimum 4.5-star rating threshold.

### Do I need a buyer's agent to purchase a home in Waipahu?

In Hawaii, buyers are not legally required to use an agent, but working with one is strongly recommended. A local buyer's agent in Waipahu will have access to off-market listings, negotiate on your behalf, and guide you through inspection, financing, and closing — at no direct cost to you (seller typically covers commissions).

### How much does a real estate agent cost in Waipahu?

In Hawaii, total agent commission is typically 4–6% of the sale price, split between the buyer's and seller's agents. Since the NAR settlement in 2024, commission structures have become more flexible — ask any listed agent for a clear breakdown of their fees before signing.

### What questions should I ask a real estate agent in Waipahu?

Ask about their recent sales in Waipahu specifically, how many transactions they've closed in the last 12 months, how they'll market your home (or source listings for buyers), their communication style, and whether they work solo or with a team. A strong local agent will have direct answers for all of these.

### Why is Waipahu seeing some of Oahu's strongest price appreciation?

Waipahu is positioned along the planned Honolulu rail corridor with multiple stations, making it a focal point for transit-oriented development investment. Combined with its role as a major residential hub for Pearl Harbor-area workers priced out of Pearl City or Aiea, demand has pushed year-over-year gains to around 6.5%.

### What is the character of the Waipahu housing market?

Waipahu historically developed as a sugar plantation community and retains a predominantly working-class and middle-income character, with smaller single-family lots and an older housing stock. This translates to more attainable entry prices — one of Oahu's most affordable urban markets at around ,000 median.

### Are there new development opportunities in Waipahu?

Yes — several transit-oriented developments (TODs) are planned or under construction near Waipahu rail stations, bringing new affordable and market-rate condos to an area that has had little new multifamily supply. These projects have attracted buyers and investors seeking to get in ahead of rail-driven value uplift.

### What should buyers know about Waipahu's location and commute dynamics?

Waipahu sits at the junction of H-1 and H-2 freeways, providing efficient access to both Honolulu to the east and the North Shore to the north. The planned rail connection will further reduce commute times to downtown Honolulu, making Waipahu increasingly viable for workers who currently face long highway commutes.

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*Source: https://www.top10reagents.com/hi/waipahu*