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Kristine Berens Realtor®
Hawaii Island Realtor
RS-80985
Buying or Selling
Invest in your lifestyle
Just Listed | List price $1,350,000.00
75-265 Malulani Dr
Discover luxury and modern living in this meticulously remodeled home, tucked away in the coveted gated community of Malulani Gardens. Offering a blend of privacy, thoughtful upgrades, and sweeping panoramic ocean views, this property is a true sanctuary.
This home is one of the larger Malulani Garden floorplans as well as one of the largest lots. A new roof was just installed this year as well as recently added new central AC, water softener and much more.
The kitchen was crafted for culinary enthusiasts with JENN-AIRE appliances, a convection oven, and induction cooktop with downdraft ventilation. There is an abundance of storage space throughout the room along with custom solid wood soft-close cabinetry and granite countertops paired with a sleek glass tile backsplash. Lighting details, including in-cabinet illumination, highlight this beautifully designed space.
The flooring throughout this residence is exotic Wisteria Lane Koa luxury vinyl plank. The entire home and lanais are equipped with a Bose speaker system. Along with dimmable lights throughout each room. The great room not only boasts big ocean views, there are also plantation shutters on the windows for extra privacy.
The primary bedroom looks out at Hualalai, the slopes of Mauna Loa and the ocean. The primary bedroom bathroom, the half bath and the full bathroom down stairs have all been upgraded with modern designs.
Your backyard has another lanai that is covered and feels like a tropical oasis with an outdoor shower. Even the garage has added shelving, recesses dimmed lighting and an entire section for the washer and dryer.
This is the property you've been waiting for.
Watch a walk-through video here: https://player.vimeo.com/video/1029463933
Just Listed | List price $789,000.00
Country Club Villas #132
This ground floor condo at Country Club Villas is what you've been waiting for. Located on the 18th tee box of the Kona Country Club golf course, you'll enjoy ocean and golf course views all day long.
Unit 132 is a turn-key, fully furnished 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo. This condo has an upgraded kitchen with granite counter tops, tile throughout the entire space, a walk-in shower in the primary bedroom, zero popcorn ceilings, updated bathrooms and a remodeled TV nook.
Country Club Villas allows short-term rentals with a minimum 7-night stay. There are 3 pools, tennis and pickleball courts, a car wash station, storage locker for your unit and on-site property manager. Located near the world famous Keauhou Bay and in close proximity of the Keauhou shopping center. This complex is outside of a major flood zone and tsunami evacuation zone, this Kona condo is truly a gem.
Watch walk-through video at: https://player.vimeo.com/video/1011869696?share=copy#t=0
More info: https://mls.hiinfo.com/public-deep-links/multi/8bd8dc34-9b5b-457f-aa99-2c4c628e95c9/mls-mid
Just Sold | List price $1,999,999 Selling price $1,999,999
Holua Kai at Keauhou
Welcome to 78-111 Holuakai, a lucrative resort zoned, short term vacation rental property in the gated neighborhood in Holua Kai at Keauhou.
This home is perfect whether you’re looking for an investment property, second home or primary residence. Currently used as a short term rental, you'll enjoy a home that's already dialed in for vacation rentals.
Offered fully furnished, and turn-key ready, this Holua Kai home features seamless indoor/outdoor living with pocket door sliders opening to an oversized covered lanai and tropical landscaping. Relax by the inviting custom built pool with a baja shelf, perfect for enjoying Kona weather all year long. Built in 2018, you’ll enjoy a home that has 20 owned PV solar panels, fully fenced, gutters, on sewer, county water, and a neighborhood with underground utilities.
Watch a guided tour at https://youtu.be/sbYL4Vp0SXc?feature=shared
Walk through video at https://player.vimeo.com/video/998817716
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Knowledge is Everything
If you have questions about property values, reasons to buy or sell, loans, relocating or island living, trust me to listen and find you what you need.
Real Estate
Second home, investment property, condo or single family home, let's find the fit that's right for you.
I Love Buyers & Sellers
Whether you’re buying or selling, I'm here to support you and guide you through to the finish line. My top-notch skills ensure you the best experience possible. It’s what I love to do and it comes naturally to me. Off island buyers and sellers are my niche. I instill trust when working with this caliber of clientele.
What I do for my clients
Sellers
In the dynamic world of Real Estate, I consistently position myself at the forefront, equipped with the most current market insights and strategic methodologies. My commitment is unwavering: to harness every resource and tool available to draw in the most qualified buyers, ensuring that your home fetches its true value.
Hawai'i properties demand a sophisticated marketing approach. With every listing, I provide an array of professional marketing services including professional photography, walk-through video tours, staging and bespoke property brochures to capture the essence of your property and make it stand out in the luxury segment.
I understand the distinctiveness of each property and recognize that every seller has their own set of goals. With this knowledge, I craft strategies that resonate with the right audience, ensuring that your Hawai'i property receives the attention it deserves.
Selling a home comes with its intricacies, and my role is to simplify that process for you. I manage the details, nuances, and complexities, offering you a seamless selling experience. Trust in my expertise to ensure the sale of your home is both stress-free and lucrative.
Buyers
Let me guide you through the vibrant and unique Hawaiian real estate market. With me by your side, your journey to home ownership becomes an exciting adventure, rather than an overwhelming task.
Hawai'i offers a unique blend of lifestyle and investment properties, each boasting its own charm. Being well-versed in this exceptional landscape ensures you make informed decisions, tailored to your aspirations. Lean on my expertise, and let's turn your vision of a Hawaiian lifestyle or investment property into a tangible reality.
Past Sale
Hualalai Vistas
Secluded in the desirable neighborhood of Hualalai Vistas, rests this luxury Hawai'i property.
See my reviews at: https://www.zillow.com/profile/kristineberens/#reviews
Past Sale
Kailua View Estates
I marketed this property to it full potential with staging, professional morning, twilight, and aerial photos. When it hit the market we received multiple offers in the first 48 hours.
Past Sale
Kailua View Estates
$140,100 is the amount of money I saved my buyers on this house that was only on the market for 5 days. Their offer was also contingent on their home selling. Both properties closed on the same day making a smooth transition between homes.
Past Sale
Kona Coffee Villas
Welcome to this charming and inviting furnished, 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom ground floor condo nestled in the serene Kona Coffee Villas complex. Perched at a cool elevation of 1,500 feet, this end unit offers panoramic ocean views.
The kitchen has been updated with granite countertops and wood cabinets. Adjacent to the kitchen, the living area extends onto a private lanai.
The primary bedroom walks out to its own backyard space for relaxation or a blocked in space for up to two furry friends.
The bathrooms cater to different preferences, one featuring a convenient walk-in shower and the other a relaxing bathtub.
Walk-through video: https://player.vimeo.com/video/903528129
About Kristine Berens
Kristine Berens
As one of Kona's leading realtors, I have the expertise and deep understanding of the real estate market, ensuring you stay ahead in this dynamic landscape. Whether you're a buyer or seller, my mission is to simplify the complexities of the real estate journey, bringing honesty, knowledge, and unwavering dedication to the table.
I recognize that the world of real estate is more than just transactions – it's about understanding individual dreams and aspirations.
My role is to actively listen, deeply understand, and tailor strategies to your unique needs.
Consistency, consideration, and hard work are my hallmarks. From the start to finish, I'm committed to being your dependable Realtor and advocate, ensuring your goals are not just met but exceeded. Instill your trust with me and experience a personalized, result-driven journey!
About Geoff Berens
Geoff Berens RS-86505
Starting in Colorado as a Realtor at Coldwell Banker Mountain Properties, I have firsthand experience with the prestige and influence that the Coldwell Banker brand commands. I am able to leverage the vast opportunities the network has to offer.
My professional expertise in Sports and Real Estate photography equips me with a unique lens through which we can showcase properties, offering an elevated level of service that discerning clients expect and deserve.
Together, Kristine and I are on an exciting journey to expand our enterprise, blending our unique strengths to redefine luxury real estate service.
It is our commitment to provide knowledgeable, attentive, and reliable service, ensuring that every client's experience is nothing short of exceptional.
