Is $1.5M Enough to Buy a Home in Ewa Beach?

1.5 million‑dollar home in Ewa Beach, Hawaii with two‑car garage and nice lawn

Live the Ewa Beach Lifestyle at $1.5M

Ewa Beach is a well‑established coastal community on the Ewa Plain, offering a blend of original neighborhoods and newer master‑planned developments. With parks, schools, beach access, and golf communities nearby, it's a favorite for families and upgrades.

With a $1.5 million budget, you’ll typically find spacious 4‑5 bedroom single‑family homes, often with garages, ocean or golf course views, upgraded kitchens, and landscaped yards. Many recent listings fall in the $1.4M–$1.6M range for high‑end finishes.

MaryJo McGillicuddy has deep experience in Ewa Beach—both in legacy neighborhoods and newer developments like Hoakalei and Ocean Pointe. Her VA loan and local relocation expertise make her an ideal guide for buyers working in this tier.

Video Walk-Through: What Can $1.5 Million Buy in Hawaii? | Hoakalei in Ewa Beach

Ewa Beach continues to be one of the fastest-growing communities on Oʻahu. With new developments, upgraded parks, and neighborhood shopping like Safeway, Foodland Farms, and Costco just minutes away, it offers a lifestyle that blends convenience with island charm. The golf courses at Hoakalei and Coral Creek bring a country-club feel, while nearby beaches like White Plains give residents quick ocean access.

In the video below, I walk you through a stunning Hoakalei Koa Series home listed near $1.5M, showing you the floor plan, finishes, and the lifestyle that comes with living in this part of West Oʻahu.


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MaryJo McGillicuddy Ewa Beach Realtor

MaryJo McGillicuddy
📍 91‑1105 Keaunui Dr #520, Ewa Beach, HI 96706
📞 (808) 724‑4629
✉️ maryjo@c21islandhomes.com


What Buyers Ask

What types of homes are available for $1.5M in Ewa Beach?
Homes at this price are typically premium single‑family residences, 4‑5 bedrooms, often around 2,000–3,000 sq ft, with high‑end finishes, ocean or golf adjacency, and outdoor space.

Are oceanfront or golf course properties available in this range?
Yes—some listings in Hoakalei or near White Plains Beach fall under $1.5M, but many ocean‑view properties do stretch above this range.

Can I use a VA loan for this price point?
Definitely—it’s a common range for VA entitlement buyers in the area, assuming credit and income qualifications are met.

How competitive is Ewa Beach at this level?
Listings priced between $1.4 M and $1.6 M often sell quickly—especially those with ocean or golf access, solar systems, and modern upgrades. Having a responsive agent like MaryJo helps in negotiating fast-moving inventory.


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