Location is everything in real estate, and Kalae at Ward Village occupies one of the most desirable positions in all of Honolulu. Situated at the corner of Ward Avenue and Ala Moana Boulevard at 1000 Ala Moana Blvd, Kalae sits in a front-row position within the Kakaako neighborhood, directly across the street from the Pacific Ocean. This guide explores what makes this location so exceptional and what it means for residents and buyers.

Kalae is the 10th residential tower in Ward Village, an award-winning 60-acre master-planned community developed by Howard Hughes Corporation. The name Kalae means "The Point" in Hawaiian, reflecting its position facing Diamond Head at the southern edge of the community. The tower sits on a 355,000+ square foot corner lot, one of the most prominent sites in all of Ward Village.

What Front-Row Means at Ward Village

Within the Ward Village master plan, the towers closest to Ala Moana Boulevard and the ocean are considered front-row developments. Kalae joins Waiea, Park Lane, and Victoria Place in this exclusive category. Front-row positioning means residents are directly across the street from Kewalo Boat Harbor and Ala Moana Beach Park, with minimal obstructions between their home and the ocean.

This proximity to the waterfront is something that cannot be replicated once Ward Village reaches full buildout. Towers built further inland within the community will not have the same direct ocean relationship, making front-row positioning a permanent advantage.

Adjacent Parks, Beach Access, and Neighborhood Highlights

Kalae is adjacent to Victoria Ward Park, a 4-acre park that serves as a central gathering space within Ward Village. This park provides green space, walking paths, and community events steps from your front door.

Directly across Ala Moana Boulevard, residents have easy access to Kewalo Boat Harbor and Ala Moana Beach Park, one of Honolulu's most beloved public beaches. The Ward Village retail and dining ecosystem is walkable from Kalae, and Ala Moana Center, one of the world's largest open-air shopping centers, is nearby.

Kalae's location places it between downtown Honolulu and Waikiki, providing convenient access to both business and leisure districts. A new plaza at the Ward Avenue and Auahi Street intersection adds to the pedestrian-friendly streetscape, which includes shade trees, meandering walkways, native landscaping, and public art installations throughout the community.

Interested in Kalae at Ward Village? As independent buyer's agents, we help you navigate the purchase process with your best interest in mind, not the developer's. Contact Kristy & Austin Home Group for a confidential consultation.

Disclaimer: This blog post is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute real estate advice, legal advice, or an offer to sell or buy property. All information is believed to be accurate as of the publication date but is subject to change. Pricing, timelines, floor plans, amenities, and features referenced are based on publicly available developer materials and may change without notice. Kristy & Austin Home Group is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting as a sales representative for this development or Howard Hughes Corporation. Always verify all details directly with the developer or your licensed real estate professional before making any purchasing decisions.