#202513749, Listing office: True Real Estate Hawaii LLC
Property details
About 187 Dowsett Ave
A rare and remarkable opportunity awaits at this expansive 3.7-acre estate lot (162,217 sq ft) in one of Honolulu’s most beloved and historic neighborhoods. Tucked away in lush, tropical surroundings, this property offers unmatched privacy, mature trees, and a serene stream that winds through the landscape, all just minutes from downtown Honolulu. The existing structure on the property is a shell, leaving a blank slate for a visionary builder, developer, or anyone seeking to design a one-of-a-kind retreat. Whether you choose to restore the current footprint, reimagine the home entirely, or develop a new estate, the potential here is extraordinary.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
Size610 sqft
Year built1925
ParkingDriveway, Three or more Spaces
MLS #202516253
ViewGarden, Other
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: None
- Flooring Type: Other
- Total Bedroom Count: 1
- Parking: Driveway, Three or more Spaces
- View: Garden, Other
- Exterior: None
- Architectural Style: Cottage, Detached
- List Price: $8,300,000
- Price/SqFt: $13,606
- Annual Tax Amount: $101,923
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Cleared, Interior Lot, Other, Wooded, Level
- Year Built: 1925
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 610 SqFt
- MLS Number: 202516253
- MLS Name: HICMLS
- Office Name: List Sothebys Intl Realty
- Office Phone: (808) 735-2411
- Agent Phone: (808) 223-7537, (808) 348-1782
- Agent Email: aldenyamane@outlook.com
Based on information from the Multiple Listing Service of HiCentral MLS, Ltd. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Copyright: 2025 by HiCentral MLS, Ltd.
Some of the active listings appearing on this site may be listed by other REALTORS®. If you are interested in those active listings, our company may represent you as the buyer's agent. If the active listing you are interested in is our company’s active listing, you may speak to one of our agents regarding your options for representation.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 7/24/2025, 12:45:31 AM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.
Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2015 | Home Sold | $6,450,000 |
| Feb 17, 2011 | Home Sold | $5,260,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,895,500 | $101,923 |
| 2023 | $9,589,800 | $66,170 |
| 2022 | $6,873,400 | $66,170 |
| 2021 | $6,500,200 | $62,252 |
| 2020 | $7,588,600 | $73,680 |
| 2019 | $7,571,000 | $67,975 |
| 2018 | $8,052,800 | $67,975 |
| 2017 | $8,582,000 | $72,738 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Nuuanu Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.2 mi
•3055 Puiwa Ln
8
Maemae Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.2 mi
•319 Wyllie St
6
Pauoa Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.5 mi
•2301 Pauoa Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $82,353. Typical income of Honolulu, HI residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
7%
<35k
56%
35k-100k
21%
100k-200k
16%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
36%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
38%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
12%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
25%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Men's Tennis
Skiing/snowboarding
PGA/LPGA
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom
Chico's
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
BMW
Cadillac
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Talk/Personality
Classical
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
Similar homes for sale
Frequently asked questions
About 187 Dowsett Ave
The listing price of 187 Dowsett Ave property is $8,300,000.
The property 187 Dowsett Ave is a house located in Honolulu, Hawaii, 96817.
Active Listing: 187 Dowsett Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 187 Dowsett Ave are: Nuuanu Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Maemae Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Pauoa Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Prince David Kawananakoa Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Robert Louis Stevenson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Central Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Halau Ku Mana - a New Century Public Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), President Theodore Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Governor Wallace Rider Farrington High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $101,923 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 12, 2015 for $6,450,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 187 Dowsett Ave has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.
The property 187 Dowsett Ave is 610 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 187 Dowsett Ave is 1925.
This home is located at 187 Dowsett Ave in Honolulu, HI and zip code 96817 in the Dowsett neighborhood. This 610 square foot home was built in 1925. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $8,300,000.
While more than 41 listings in Honolulu, HI in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 56 listings sold at asking price, and more than 169 were sold below. The number of listings in Honolulu, HI increased by 11.1% between May and June 2025. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 66 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $713,500.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.