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“Real estate is more than a transaction. Helping first-time homebuyers has remained an especially meaningful part of Brandon’s career.

Oʻahu Realtor® helping buyers and sellers confidently navigate every chapter of real estate. 12 years of experience | 281+ transactions | $163M+ in career sales | RealTrends Verified Top 1.5% Nationwide. It’s about understanding what matters most to my clients and guiding them with confidence through every step of their journey.”

Brandon Sakata is an experienced Oʻahu Realtor known for his commitment to client service, market knowledge, and thoughtful approach to every transaction. Born and raised on Oʻahu’s North Shore, Brandon has called Hawaiʻi home his entire life and brings a genuine understanding of the communities, neighborhoods, and lifestyle that make the island such a special place to live. A graduate of the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s Shidler College of Business, Brandon earned his degree in Marketing in 2011. Before entering real estate, he built his career in marketing with Hilton Grand Vacations and Outrigger Hotels, developing a strong foundation in digital marketing, sales strategy, and client service. After purchasing his first home in 2013 and experiencing firsthand the impact of homeownership, Brandon pursued his longtime interest in real estate and became a Realtor in 2015. Since then, Brandon has helped hundreds of clients successfully buy and sell homes throughout Oʻahu, completing 281+ transactions and over $163 million in career sales. His experience spans first-time homebuyers, residential resales, luxury properties, investment properties, and new development sales. He has been recognized among the top 1.5% of real estate professionals nationwide by RealTrends Verified and was featured in Real Producers Magazine in April 2025. Over the years, he has developed extensive experience helping clients navigate new developments and affordable housing programs, including projects such as Kapiolani Residence, Ke Kilohana, and The Central Ala Moana. In 2019, Brandon was selected as a sales associate for Ililani in Kakaʻako, where he went on to represent 118 sales totaling more than $69.6 million, accounting for over one-third of the building’s 328 residences. Today, Brandon brings the same level of care and attention to every client, whether they are purchasing their first home, moving into their next chapter, investing in real estate, or preparing to sell a longtime property. He understands that real estate decisions are often about much more than the property itself, and he takes the time to understand each client’s goals, priorities, and circumstances before developing a strategy tailored to them. Brandon believes that exceptional representation comes down to preparation, communication, and trust. His combination of local knowledge, marketing expertise, negotiation experience, and commitment to service allows him to guide his clients confidently through every stage of the process. Above all, he values the relationships built along the way and the trust his clients place in him to help with some of life’s most important decisions.

10/23/2026

🏡 JUST SOLD | 1450 YOUNG STREET UNIT 2101 🎉

Congratulations to Glenda on the successful sale of her condo at 1450 Young Street 🎉

Every home sale marks the beginning of a new chapter, and I’m grateful to have been part of this one!

Glenda took exceptional care of her home over the years, and it truly showed. The unit was meticulously maintained, and with thoughtful staging, strategic pricing, and targeted marketing, we were able to showcase the property at its very best.

Our efforts paid off, generating strong interest and resulting in four offers! We ultimately secured a buyer for $12,000 above the asking price and successfully closed the transaction in just 30 days 🔑

While achieving a great result is always rewarding, what makes this business truly special is the opportunity to help people along the way.

A heartfelt mahalo to Glenda and her family for placing their trust in me throughout the process! It was such a pleasure getting to know Glenda, and I wish her nothing but happiness and wonderful memories in this next chapter of her life 🤙🏻❤️

10/20/2026

🏡 JUST SOLD | CONGRATULATIONS STACEY 🎉

A big congratulations to Stacey on the successful sale of her home in Manoa 🥳

Every home has a story, and this one was especially meaningful as it had been in the family for many years. I know saying goodbye to a home filled with so many memories isn’t always easy, but I’m grateful to have been a part of this important chapter.

Stacey, thank you so much for putting your trust in me and allowing me to guide you through the selling process! It was truly a pleasure working with you, and I appreciate the opportunity to have helped you.

Wishing you all the best as you move forward into this next chapter! Congratulations again, and mahalo for allowing me to be a part of your journey 🤙🏻

10/16/2026

WELCOME TO THE TEAM, JERICK 🤙🏻

Excited to officially welcome Jerick Robinson to my team!

At just 25 years old, Jerick already has five years of experience in real estate under his belt! He’s someone who has a lot of drive, ambition, and a genuine desire to continue growing in this business 💪🏻

I first got to know Jerick while we were working together on the Kahuina sales team. During that time, I had the chance to get to know him both personally and professionally, and I quickly saw how much potential he has. He’s a go-getter who’s willing to put in the work, take initiative, and challenge himself to become better. Those are qualities I’ve always respected, and I’m excited to see where they’ll take him 🙌🏻

One of the things I’ve really enjoyed as my own real estate career has progressed is having the opportunity to mentor other agents and share the knowledge and experiences I’ve gained over the years. It’s been a pleasure working more closely with Jerick, getting to know his goals, and helping him navigate this next chapter of his career. I’m grateful that he’s trusted me to be a part of that journey.

It’s also been really rewarding seeing our team come together over these past few months. Everyone brings something different to the table, and I love seeing the friendships, collaboration, and support that’s already developing. My hope has always been to create an environment where we can learn from one another, push each other to be better, and celebrate each other’s successes along the way. Seeing that start to take shape has been something really special to me ❤️

Welcome to the team, Jerick! I’m looking forward to everything we’ll accomplish together, the memories we’ll make along the way, and watching you continue to grow into the agent I know you’re capable of becoming. The best is yet to come 🔑🏡🤙🏻

10/13/2026

🏡 JUST CLOSED | FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER 🎉🔑

A huge congratulations to my friend Mark on officially becoming a homeowner and closing on his very first property 🥳

This closing is a little extra special because Mark is the older brother of one of my good friends from high school, and I’ve known them both since those days! It’s always a great feeling being able to help someone you’ve known for so many years achieve such an exciting milestone in life!

After searching for the right place, we found the perfect 1-bedroom condo in town that checked off all his boxes! What makes this purchase even better is the great deal we were able to negotiate for him 🙌🏻

✅ Purchased for $25,000 below the original asking price.
✅ Appraised ABOVE his purchase price.
✅ Negotiated $5,000 in seller credits toward his closing costs.

Not only did Mark find a place he can finally call his own, but he’s also starting this new chapter with some instant equity and extra savings!

Mark, I’m so happy for you! Thank you so much for trusting me to help you purchase your very first home! Having known you and your family for so many years makes being a part of this milestone even more meaningful. I’m excited for everything that’s ahead of you and can’t wait to see you make this place your own 🏡❤️

10/06/2026

💥O'ahu Third-Quarter Single-Family Home Sales Rise as Condo Sales Decline💥

O'ahu's housing market closed out the third quarter with continued growth in single-family home sales, while condo activity remained below last year's pace. September single-family home sales rose 6.2% year over year, contributing to a 9.3% increase for the third quarter and a 5.9% gain year to date, while condo sales declined 8.1% in September, 2.7% for the quarter, and 2.4% year to date.

In September, 39% of single-family home sales were below $1 million and 47% of condo sales were below $500,000. Across both markets, 188 properties priced at $500,000 and below sold during the month, and 1,222 active listings in that price range remained at month-end.

Key Takeaways:

▪️Median Sales Price: Median sales prices were mixed in September, with the single-family home median declining 3.9% year-over-year to $1,110,000, while the condo median increased 2.8% to $523,000.

▪️Median Days on Market: Single-family homes moved faster than a year ago, spending a median of 16 days on market compared to 26 days last September, while condos spent a median of 41 days on market compared to 40 days.

▪️The share of properties closing above the original asking price increased in both markets, rising from 25% to 31% for single-family homes and from 8% to 12% for condos.

▪️Active inventory remained unchanged for single-family homes and increased for condos, with 798 single-family home listings, the same as a year ago, and 2,509 condo listings, up 7.8%. Across both markets, 1,222 active listings were priced at $500,000 and below.

09/29/2026

Congratulations to my sellers on the successful sale of their home at Honolulu Park Place 🔑🏡🎉

With several other 2-bedroom units already on the market, we knew it was important to have the right strategy from the start. We focused on staging, professional photography, targeted digital advertising, and pricing the property to stand out from the competition.

The result? Just two weeks on the market, a cash buyer, and a 30-day closing 🙌🏻 This is especially meaningful in a market where six other 2-bedroom listings in the building have been on the market for well over 100 days.

I’m incredibly grateful to my sellers for trusting me with their home and allowing me to put a plan in place to get it sold. Every sale is different, and this one was a great reminder that the right preparation, presentation, and pricing can make all the difference 🤙🏻

Congratulations again to my sellers on this next chapter, and wishing the new owner many happy years at Honolulu Park Place 🏙️✨

09/11/2026

Congratulations to my friend on the successful sale of her condo at 968 Spencer Street 🔑🏡🎉

This was her very first home, and after moving out, she held onto it and turned it into a rental property. Earlier this year, we got together to start planning for the sale, and I’m grateful she trusted me to help her with this next step.

When it came time to put the property on the market, we were fortunate to receive a total of 4 offers and ultimately sold for $11,000 over asking! I’m so happy everything came together for a smooth and successful sale.

It’s always special when I have the opportunity to help someone I’ve known personally, and it means a lot to be trusted with an important milestone like this.

I hope the new owner enjoys the unit just as much as she has over the years and creates plenty of great memories of their own there. Congratulations on closing one chapter and starting the next 🤙🏻🎉🥂

09/09/2026

💥Nearly Half of August Condo Sales on O'ahu Closed Below $500,000💥

More than 1,300 O'ahu properties priced at $500,000 and below have sold during the first eight months of 2026, with buyers closing on 183 properties in that price range in August to bring the year-to-date total to 1,397 sales. At month's end, 1,232 active listings remained available in that price range. Through the first eight months of the year, 33% of all single-family home sales closed below $1 million, while 47% of condo sales closed below $500,000.

Key Takeaways:

▪️Median Sales Price: The single-family home median sales price rose 12.2% year-over-year to $1,240,000, driven in part by a 74.1% increase in sales between $1,300,000 and $1,499,999. The condo median sales price dipped 1.0% to $510,000.

▪️Median Days on Market: Buyer demand remained solid for single-family homes, with a median of 17 days on market compared to 22 days a year ago, while condo median days on market fell to 37 days from 48.

▪️Sales Activity: Single-family home sales rose 1.9% year-over-year in August and remained up 5.9% year-to-date, while condo sales declined 6.6% year-over-year in August, with year-to-date condo sales trailing 2025's pace by 1.6%.

▪️Single-family home sellers received a median of 100% of their original asking price, up from 98.8% a year ago, with 33% of August sales closing above the original list price. Condo sellers received a median of 97.1% of the asking price, up from 96.4% a year ago, with 10% of sales closing above asking.

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4211 Waialae Avenue Ste. 100
Honolulu, HI
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