Kele Makaiau

A Big Island native, Kele understands that it is a precious gift to live in Hawai’i, with its unrivaled beauty, tropical weather, cultural diversity, and the spirit of aloha that sets it apart from anywhere else in the world.

Long surrounded by real estate, Kele has a 20-year background in construction and development, and is passionate about the business and about helping her clients succeed. Her industry experience has been robust, beginning in 2006 with a small boutique firm and leading to her current role on the Hawai’i Life Mauna Kea team, one of the top-performing real estate teams in sales volume in the Kona-Kohala market.

Kele’s varied experience will serve you, whether you’re looking to buy or sell vacant land, a first home, or a luxury oceanfront estate. She has worked with a diverse clientele and sold the gamut of property types on the Kona-Kohala Coast.

Kele enjoys working with Hawai’i locals, as well as people from around the world who are seeking a permanent home or investment here in the islands. Whether you are relocating to Hawai’i from another country or simply moving across town, she is dedicated to making your real estate goals her own. Kele’s lifelong area residency, contacts, and professional network, combined with her client dedication and enthusiasm, ensure satisfied clients and referrals.

Described by others as having a kind and calming energy, Kele has been known to consummate even the most difficult of deals while remaining firm and perseverant in negotiations. By listening and asking questions, Kele works to meet each client's individual needs. With the utmost attention to detail and dedication, she will guide you through the process, making the search or sale exciting, not daunting.

Outside of work, Kele has a strong commitment to family and community, evidenced by years of service to her church, where she hosts weekly meetings for the support and encouragement of other women. Kele is happily married to her high school sweetheart and has three beautiful children. In recent years, she has developed an insatiable love for canoe paddling. If Kele is not working for you, it is likely you will find her in the ocean.