Deciding to Move within Hawaii 🌴 The Challenge of Choosing Between Mililani and Koa Ridge

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  • @movingtohawaii
    @movingtohawaii  7 місяців тому

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  • @Levi-em6ym
    @Levi-em6ym 7 місяців тому +11

    Been there done dat. Moved to OREGON on 3 acres. Miss home but get 10 plate lunch places here. Outdoors is like a dream.

    • @vonkaneshiro8336
      @vonkaneshiro8336 7 місяців тому

      What town?

    • @splocal
      @splocal 7 місяців тому +2

      No more sun, winter like 3/4 of the year rain all day long. It’s beautiful in Oregon when the sun does come out and it’s not 32 degrees outside. I had enough though after 4 years. I rather be back home in Hawaii. I’ll come visit Oregon in the summer.

  • @alexadams1627
    @alexadams1627 7 місяців тому +2

    Koa Ridge lots are much smaller than MM. The houses are packed very close together. Hope you have friendly and courteous neighbors.

  • @EispooVezina
    @EispooVezina 8 місяців тому +12

    Waimanalo, Kailua, Kaneohe. Millilani is not very unique and pretty sterile. Crime rate is getting a bit nuts but then again, all of Hawaii's crime rates seem to be getting out of control.

  • @elizabethjackson4708
    @elizabethjackson4708 7 місяців тому

    I live Kuulako and the views of Mt. Ka’ala are the best. Kuulako have the best townhouses except no bathroom downstairs. lol. Mililani Mauka is so peaceful to me compared to growing up in town.

  • @Tr0nzoid
    @Tr0nzoid 8 місяців тому +5

    At the time I was there, Mililani was the southern California-style suburban town. Movies like "E.T." reminded me of it. It was still new enough that the trees in the neighborhoods were small and sparse.
    I don't really get that whole "boring neighborhood" perspective about the place where you have your home. I have heard that here often and noticed that about people in other places, too. Traffic from one town to the other - Mililani to Pearl City to Aiea to Honolulu, etc - can be a hassle, but it is so easy to go down the highway for the mall or a particular restaurant or movies or type of shopping or whatever "exciting" thing you want.

  • @gaylepuou7214
    @gaylepuou7214 8 місяців тому +5

    I live in the older part of Mililani. I have lived in Mauka before and loved it but the traffic is awful. I would not live in Ewa. Traffic and disaster preparedness comes to mind. Love Koa Ridge but the houses are so close.. When I retire, I will definitely look at a lot of land on the outer island away from people. Go off grid.

  • @Whoofwhoof444
    @Whoofwhoof444 7 місяців тому +3

    Be sure and paint your roof blue!

    • @movingtohawaii
      @movingtohawaii  7 місяців тому

      Haha I’ve seen some blue roofs around

  • @reneecollin8825
    @reneecollin8825 7 місяців тому

    I stumbled across your vids - love them. I had a family member stationed @ Ft. Shafter, so I would visit alot from Virginia (and try to return when I can) just to hang out for a couple of days! Beautiful place, but like all places / cities there's going to be "issues" of all kind, this is life, so buckle up! BUT when I was wacthing one of your vids, you mentioned the TRAFFIC situation, and when you said that HNL isn't as bad as the Hampton Rd, Norfolk & Virginia Beach area - I turned to my husband, and said "he looks like he was in stationed in the Atlantic fleet - Navy or CG"?? and you confirmed (in another vid CS)! lol. We live in Richmond - 50mins from that area (if you push it)! Hope you'll return some day ! Take care & excellent vids 🌸✈🌸✈

  • @JamesCordillio
    @JamesCordillio 7 місяців тому +3

    These people weren't born when I lived there.
    My family lived in waipio. There were camps all over ,it was all pineapple. I was amazed when I returned from Vietnam in 1968. They already started on the first increment. Development was fast and growth just boomed. Got too crowded so I moved big island, can't beat living on big island.

    • @theroadrunnerjarhead4109
      @theroadrunnerjarhead4109 7 місяців тому +1

      I grew up in waipio. My family lived on the corner of malihini street and Kamarina street. We probably know each other. I joined the Marine Corps in 1961. Went to Vietnam in June 67 and came home in 68. I remember walking with my friends all over the place. We used to go to kipapa valley to go swimming in the little stream. But my mother and younger brother moved to waipio acres in 65. I remember when what is now mililani was app pineapple fields. There used to be a little ditch that ran by kipapa elementary. I would go with my friends following the ditch in the pineapple fields. We would go get guava. My mother used to make guava jam. And there was purple lilikoi browning along the ditch. We would pick them too. Life was good fun in those days.

  • @nikkiwomack-young1020
    @nikkiwomack-young1020 7 місяців тому

    Boring for the work/school week is can be a good thing, especially when raising littles. Then you can get away and do something or go somewhere cool for the weekend! Also, start having more BBQ at your house! We would love to come! I know from your other videos we need to bring something to the BBQ!

  • @jonniesantos
    @jonniesantos 7 місяців тому +1

    40 was such a great age - still young enough to do anything, and old enough to reflect on your life experiences more accurately...

    • @movingtohawaii
      @movingtohawaii  7 місяців тому +2

      Tell me more about this please. How old are you and what do you wish you knew at 40?

    • @jonniesantos
      @jonniesantos 7 місяців тому

      @@movingtohawaii I’m 65. It would have been nice if I asked my Mom more about her life before I was born, or tried to reconnect with my Dad. 40 is great in the work world as you’re seen as young and in your prime (which I didn’t take advantage of). I think I took too much for granted. We’re all different.

  • @Adam-lz6cr
    @Adam-lz6cr 8 місяців тому +4

    Derek, how about we house swap? You move your family to Sunny Waukesha Wisconsin and I move my family into your home!!

  • @nb702
    @nb702 7 місяців тому +2

    If you get a perimeter lot - do you have higher insurance rates because of climate change risks - wasn’t there a fire north of Mililani Mauka not to long ago. Seems like insurance companies want to raise rates with that as a justification

    • @movingtohawaii
      @movingtohawaii  7 місяців тому

      I’m sure it’s a little more. Nothing like flood insurance.

    • @mt2766
      @mt2766 7 місяців тому

      Mililani Mauka is one of the highest elevation neighborhoods on Oahu. It’s not in a flood zone. The weather is pleasantly cool most days. It rains frequently enough to be green, but less rain than Manoa, Kaneohe and Maunawili. That means you don’t have to contend with the mold and steamy post-rain humidity (as much).

  • @garygrassler09
    @garygrassler09 8 місяців тому +3

    I always liked mililani when I was stationed at schofield. Definitely reminds me most of mainland suburbs

  • @dpledoone
    @dpledoone 7 місяців тому +1

    I really liked the vibe and honesty of this one. If you guys could mention a few more prices and HOA fees this would be helpful. Thank you

  • @ariehana1
    @ariehana1 7 місяців тому

    Lol! Sis said her nails match everybody😂…u 2 crack me up! Btw love the content and Mililani is the dream!!! 😍 Mauka is beautiful BUT! crowded (my opinion) and neighbors 5 ft from each other & town side is amazing!

    • @movingtohawaii
      @movingtohawaii  7 місяців тому

      Thank you for the comment ❤️🤙🏽

  • @JDAeroVR
    @JDAeroVR 8 місяців тому +3

    Nice big homes... whatever you find you already know more about the area. I am betting you go with windward side.

  • @tarmacsurfer101
    @tarmacsurfer101 7 місяців тому +1

    I grew up in Mililani back in the early 90s near Hongwanji and even delivered the Star Bulletin back when kids had paper routes. I loved that place riding my bike all over, going to Jelly's comic book store and Sportsline which unfortunately is no longer there. Now I'm in Oregon and heading back with the Fam for 4th of July! If I see you 2, I'll give you guys a huge shout out as I always like driving through the old neighborhood regaling stories and reminiscing as my kids complain hahaha...

    • @chrish4720
      @chrish4720 6 місяців тому

      I miss Jelly’s! I used to deliver the sun paper in the 90s in Mililani. Was just visiting and Mililani has aged for sure.

  • @okamicookie
    @okamicookie 7 місяців тому

    Video on the new development in Koa Ridge please.

  • @kithg
    @kithg 7 місяців тому

    Sounds to me that you're comparing an ex-urban area compared with suburban or small town areas. Interesting.

  • @chersatterfield6806
    @chersatterfield6806 7 місяців тому +5

    We had just moved in MILILANI MAUKA since September 2023 until CURRENT 2024!! I am VERY HAPPY living in MILILANI MAUKA because NO one bothers My OHANA and myself like Honolulu when some some people like to start "BEEF" with you for NO reason at all! We've also lived at the VERY BEAUTIFUL and VERY SECLUDED IROQUOIS POINT NAVAL 🏠 HOUSING in Ewa Beach Near The IROQUOIS POINT BEACH. I also liked living in Kaneohe; and Totally Enjoyed The VERY BEAUTIFUL views of The GREEN MAUKAS🗻🗻🗻🗻🗻!! HOWEVER, Kaneohe is Sooo VERY FAR AWAY from The COSTCOS and The SAM'S CLUBS and The WALMARTS!!
    😇🙏🌹🐑🗻🌲🌞🥭🍍🍌🌟👑🏖️🌈🌈🇨🇴🇯🇲🇺🇲🌍🌌 0:59

  • @jeffcastillo1598
    @jeffcastillo1598 7 місяців тому

    12:49 Army Green?

  • @yash4815
    @yash4815 7 місяців тому

    More video of businesses and other places

  • @Makanalani888
    @Makanalani888 8 місяців тому +1

    Omg I would never pay $2million for a mililani home if can get a $2m home on the windwards side. There’s no comparison, it’s a no brainer.

  • @mt2766
    @mt2766 7 місяців тому +2

    Mililani is a quiet, safe neighborhood with wide streets, parks, big trees, and a decent variety of daily conveniences. Also, HOA fees are fairly low and kept in check-no regular annual increases. Is it boring? Brah, you gotta make your own fun! Meet your neighbors or drive to Town or North Shore!

  • @brahk9796
    @brahk9796 7 місяців тому

    I lived many years in Mauka, moved to Ewa, dont go to Ewa! Way worse than Mililani, lotta issues, plus the best Ewa area is Ka Makana /Kuapapa and its a looong long Ft Weaver drive to the freeway.

  • @kapononamaste5141
    @kapononamaste5141 8 місяців тому +5

    Mililani is boring, lived there 4 years. If you don’t got money there your stuck not really doing anything except playing sports outside. Also different ethnicities in Mililani compared to other parts are part of the reason for being boring. Which is fine if one wants to mind there business and not talk story.

  • @Hellohnl1702
    @Hellohnl1702 7 місяців тому

    ❤crispy jerky need to try for sure

  • @danmcho
    @danmcho 8 місяців тому +1

    Lol what a coincidence.. that's my home in the background in Kuulako..!

  • @shhhaua9426
    @shhhaua9426 7 місяців тому

    I loved Makakilo

    • @movingtohawaii
      @movingtohawaii  7 місяців тому

      I like Makakilo too. Maybe a retirement spot, we’ll see.

  • @Rated_PatG
    @Rated_PatG 7 місяців тому

    Sandstorm! "This ain't no Tacoma bro'" hahahaha. Love you guys Y'all are the real deal. Always appreciate your direct approach.

    • @movingtohawaii
      @movingtohawaii  7 місяців тому

      Haha isn’t that the color for one of the manufacturers? 🤣

  • @adc5322
    @adc5322 7 місяців тому

    You no like boring? Move to Waianae,Kalihi ,Palolo etc. all the GTA areas 😂…but I think Hawaii Kai / Kahala fits you 😎

  • @BeerFoamy
    @BeerFoamy 8 місяців тому

    Food and beer ❤

  • @Mikethecoolguy
    @Mikethecoolguy 8 місяців тому

    You seemed bummed when you came back from Tennessee.

    • @movingtohawaii
      @movingtohawaii  7 місяців тому +1

      It’s always sad when I have to leave my dad.

    • @Mikethecoolguy
      @Mikethecoolguy 7 місяців тому

      Understandable. I’m here in Oahu, such kind people. Lots to feel good about. Keep up the good work

  • @PA96704
    @PA96704 8 місяців тому

    Red BBD's cuz!

  • @dayinthelifehawaii
    @dayinthelifehawaii 7 місяців тому

    cherry! millz is awesome! see you at walmart LOL

  • @Noahtherapper
    @Noahtherapper 7 місяців тому

    KANEOHE 44 BABY! LOL YEEE Mililani get mayjah houses tho! And lots good food!

  • @melbournechugging2999
    @melbournechugging2999 8 місяців тому +4

    Oahu is trash way to many houses and they still building more

  • @o.o4566
    @o.o4566 7 місяців тому

    Even the red dirt reminds me of the gulf. XD

  • @ariehana1
    @ariehana1 7 місяців тому +1

    Also Mililani isn’t boring😅

  • @rafaelreyes4996
    @rafaelreyes4996 7 місяців тому

    hokas and uppababy stroller... sound like me LOL

  • @hawaiiangurl808
    @hawaiiangurl808 7 місяців тому

    Bra, you are not moving out of Mililani ! You not moving out you moving around ... out is a different district. Just saying ?

  • @JimmyStewart03
    @JimmyStewart03 7 місяців тому

    Come to Waianae… Tattoo lady would fit in…

  • @thewiseone6049
    @thewiseone6049 7 місяців тому +1

    Oahu is boring in general. Definitely not a place for single men either. 99.8% of decent looking locals have bf's - its annoying. And the dudes be cuffing!

  • @Vinegarissweet
    @Vinegarissweet 7 місяців тому

    I'd rather live in a boring neighborhood or city and then drive to the attractions.

  • @teamthoth
    @teamthoth 8 місяців тому +2

    Personally... I like boring lol

  • @barbie6695
    @barbie6695 7 місяців тому

    Mililani is boring asf! Too damn quiet. Pearl City is boring. I'm moving back to Kapahulu...where I can just walk outside right to the stores...and civilization.

  • @cc66bb44
    @cc66bb44 7 місяців тому

    great to get paid 1.5 to 6%
    on the total sale of a house for really doing nothing
    hey look at thos 4 bd 3 bath house on 3000 sq ft of land.
    all imported accessories espwcially the bathroom, where they hand crafted the soapstone vanities and used siciliqm blue glass for the shower
    oh you are offering 1.5 mollion? great let me make call.
    hey grats your offer was accepted, thank you for the 25k to 60k commission!
    and people are willing to pay you that, thats absurd

    • @movingtohawaii
      @movingtohawaii  7 місяців тому

      Your scenario is absurd. 1 phone call real estate doesn’t exist.

    • @cc66bb44
      @cc66bb44 7 місяців тому

      @@movingtohawaii that's the gist though

    • @movingtohawaii
      @movingtohawaii  7 місяців тому

      No, it’s really not. The nuance and detail of real estate transactions are anything but simple. It’s easy to simplify any profession down to a “gist” in a UA-cam comment, but when it comes to life-changing legal contracts the gist isn’t enough. Take care, aloha.

    • @cc66bb44
      @cc66bb44 7 місяців тому

      @@movingtohawaii
      I do know about sales and contracts as I've done that line of work for 30 years
      I'm blessed to have made good investments by age 54, so I'm retired now.
      I'm from Kailua btw, and no offense to you, but putting up a video about how you are looking for a 2 million dollar house when most people are struggling here kinda gives the wrong message. imo

  • @jeannemathis3097
    @jeannemathis3097 7 місяців тому

    Kinda Pedestrian!

  • @lorenzoferguson7055
    @lorenzoferguson7055 7 місяців тому +5

    This episode is boring….

    • @movingtohawaii
      @movingtohawaii  7 місяців тому

      It’s not the most exciting one we’ve made. Thanks for watching though

    • @SSAVAGEEE
      @SSAVAGEEE 7 місяців тому

      Brah this guy is jus hating 😂

  • @JD-jp2fw
    @JD-jp2fw 8 місяців тому +1

    Eh your privilege is showing! Boring neighborhood???

    • @movingtohawaii
      @movingtohawaii  7 місяців тому +1

      This is a first world problem observing video. I’d go pretentious before privilege. You’d need to understand where we came from and how much we’ve worked before you go privilege

  • @_fastlaner
    @_fastlaner 8 місяців тому +12

    People still live in Oahu in 2024? Yikes

    • @userinvalid086
      @userinvalid086 7 місяців тому +11

      Just say you’re broke 😂

    • @_fastlaner
      @_fastlaner 7 місяців тому +2

      @@userinvalid086 I lived there for 3 years. Never seen more brokies in my life living there bud. Not my kinda people

    • @Whoofwhoof444
      @Whoofwhoof444 7 місяців тому

      @@_fastlanerwhere do you recommend? Where’s your kind of people?

    • @splocal
      @splocal 7 місяців тому +8

      Hawaii not for everyone brah. Many of us still love it even if it is tough it’s home. Hawaii people are my people, at least they still get Aloha. 🤙🏾

    • @_fastlaner
      @_fastlaner 7 місяців тому +1

      @@splocal lol. Ain’t no aloha in Oahu bud