Kapolei is a master-planned community located on the western shores of Oahu. Known for its new developments and larger, more affordable homes, Kapolei is growing exponentially and is even referred to as "Oahu's Second City."

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Kapolei lies on the southwest side of Oahu, and is quickly becoming Oahu's Second City. Prior to residential development in 1980, the area was acres of sugar cane fields. Today, Kapolei is home to nearly 12,000 homes and condos, and the Honolulu Department of Planning and Permitting anticipates that number will exceed 50,000 by 2035.

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