Separated physically by Waianae Range, Oahu's Leeward Coast is the most undeveloped area of the island. Starkly different from the tourist-crowded streets of Waikiki, the Leeward Coast is expansive and un-crowded. A strong taste of Native Hawaiian heritage is present in authentic luaus and in the inhabitants' way of living off the land through farming and fishing. The Leeward Coast receives the most sunshine of any area throughout the island, leaving stretches of beaches with especially warm, inviting water perfect for swimming, surfing, and snorkeling. They also provide "front row seats" for spectacular Hawaiian sunsets. Prime golf courses situate themselves between new Leeward Coast condos and developments nestled in secure valleys. Hawaii's Plantation Village, an outdoor museum in Waipahu telling the story of life on Hawaii's sugar plantations, is a site that brings in visitors looking for an added taste of local Hawaii. During the winter months, visitors come for the surf pumping at either Makaha Beach, or at one of the few places on Oahu that is completely unspoiled by development, Yokohama Bay Despite being the most undeveloped area of Oahu, the Leeward Coast has seen the greatest prospective growth in community development over the last 15 years. In fact, an Oahu Development Conference in mid-90's solidified proclamations identifying the Leeward Coast as the central site of island development during the next century. Today, Leeward Coast condos and newly developing neighborhoods are spaced throughout the communities of Wai'anae, Nanakuli, Maili, and Makaha. Easy access to Interstate H-1, the main artery to Honolulu from the Leeward side, along with the area's untamed vibe has enticed business professionals and working families to take up residence in the Leeward Coast communities. Of course, the Leeward Coast condominium and housing developments have seen much of their growth build with the presence Makaha Valley, Oahu's largest resort development outside Waikiki. However one factor is certain, the existence of undeveloped land on Oahu has already fueled strong investment in Leeward Coast condominium and housing developments with more sure to come. |