Maunalua Triangle Koko Kai Community Association (MTKKCA) Benefits & Lifestyle

The Maunalua “Triangle” neighborhood is one of the most desirable communities in Hawaii Kai on Oahu. Known for its quiet streets, strong community presence, and protected view corridors, it offers a rare blend of lifestyle and long-term value. You will find Koko Head Neighborhood Park, Koko Head Elementary School and perfect streets for walking, jogging, biking throughout, and has incredible views!

Streets that fall within the Maunalua Triangle are:

• Lunalilo Home Road
• Lower Poipu Drive
• Anahola Street
• Pliaa Place
• Kalalau Street
• Nawiliwili Street
• Waialeale Street
• Polihale Place
• Makaweli Place & Street
• Lawai Street
• Kekaha Place

The Koko Kai Neighborhood

Koko Kai is one of East Oʻahu’s most prestigious coastal communities, offering panoramic ocean views and sunset vistas over Diamond Head. It offers some of the most beautiful views of the east side, along with a display of some of the most exquisite modern and classic properties available on Oahu.

The sunsets cast right over Diamond Head, and offer stunning sights of the vast Pacific. You can spot whales, watch surfers and one man/outrigger canoe paddlers, all the genuine and pure excitement of ocean life can offer from your front or back yard.

Streets that fall into the Koko Kai neighborhood are:

• Moloaa Street
• Kokee
• Hanapepe Loop
• Upper Poipu Drive
• Poipu Place
• Lumahai Place & Street

What Is MTKKCA?

The Maunalua Triangle Koko Kai Community Association (MTKKCA) is a voluntary, all-volunteer organization serving approximately 500 homes across both neighborhoods.

For only $100 a year, residents have the benefit of an all volunteer board who encourage compliance for critical rules that protect our views/home values. It also supports neighbors in various issues, and advocate with the City on certain possible censorious matters.

Key Benefits of the Association

1. Encourages residents to work with their neighbors to amicably resolve issues and concerns and mediates where appropriate.
2. Advocates with City & County when appropriate on matters that affect the quality of life in the community and meets with local government to discuss issues raised by our community.
3. Keeps neighbors informed and connected through the Annual Meeting, quarterly newsletters and other updates.
4. Encourages compliance with rules and regulations that deter nuisance activity and set height limits for buildings and trees.
5. Provides association documents to escrow buyers and sellers.
6. Reviews architectural plans for new buildings and improvements.
7. Organizes safety patrol and owners’ safety programs.
8. Meets with neighbors, architects and contractors to discuss our by-laws and deed requirements.
9. Provides an added layer of support in dealing with neighborhood issues.
10. Promotes community bonding and communication among neighbors.
11. Participation among residents increases community pride, financial stability and supports our property values.

Why MTKKCA Matters for Buyers and Sellers

Active neighborhood associations often contribute to stronger long-term property value retention. For buyers, MTKKCA provides clarity around building guidelines and community standards. For sellers, it provides transparency and documentation during escrow.

MTKKCA President Jennifer Taylor, Officer Brissette, Volunteer Kim Leslein Soares

Residents Jay Soares and Lawrence Rustia

The MTKKCA encourages residents to comply with the Declaration of Protective Provisions found in your Preliminary Title Report, which applies to EVERY lot in MTKKCA whether or not the owners are dues-paying members of the association.

Click here to view the following documents:

• Constitution & Bylaws of the Maunalua Triangle/Koko Kai Community Association, Inc.
• Architectural and Minimum Building Requirements and Guidelines.
• Koko Head Liner – Spring 2023 Newsletter.

If there were no volunteer board, residents would have to attempt to enforce building restrictions and height limitations themselves or through their attorneys. And residents would be left to advocate with the City and County as individuals rather than as a powerful association of 500 homes. MTKKCA allows for buyers and sellers to have a reliable source to procure information and documents that support the sale of properties.

Living in this neighborhood is truly special, and should be treated as such. With guidance and support of the MTKKCA, we can help to ensure a healthier and brighter community.

Real Estate in Maunalua Triangle & Koko Kai

If you have any questions regarding buying or selling real estate in the Maunalua Triangle, Koko Kai or Portlock areas, please contact me at 808.781.6600; I would be happy to assist you with your real estate goals.