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Kapilina Beach Homes


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anonymous

Resident 2008

10/13/2008

Weighing The Good and The Bad

My neighbors here are really nice, but although we share great open backyards I have yet to see any mingling or anyone take up my offer for friendly barbecues. This may be just a sign of our times. I don't know. There has been a lot of issues lately with power outtages, but as this happens a lot all over the island, I'm not quick to judge the complex. The gate guards are really nice, and a new automated system is in the works. Unfortunately, I have seen a drastic decline in the number and frequency of patrolling security guards. There are roaches to be found, but I've discovered that allowing the geckos to live undisturbed, as well as implementing simple bait traps in the corner of each room has cut down the bugs to a very minimal degree. But, really I saw a TON of apartments in Oahu with way bigger bug issues. Some neighbors have told me they've found the occasional centipede or the seasonal ant infestation, but they all recommend various control options that work for them. This is a semi-tropical region, it's to be expected. Traffic ... yes it is horrible. If you don't want to sit for 45 minutes each morning and afternoon just to get out of Ewa Beach don't move here. If you don't like rush hour traffic in general, don't move to Hawaii. Or opt for a tiny apartment in the heart of downtown and walk to work. This is an island wide problem, for sure. Although, I do wish the Bus would come in a little closer to us. For the price, the size of the houses, the convenience of having outside storage and carports, and the size of the yards is fantastic for Oahu. I love the amenities (beach cafe, massage salon, great workout room, beautiful views). And even the "inland" homes are a 5 minute walk to the beach. Also, our kitchen is brand new, with great appliances (gas stove and oven), great cupboard and drawer space. We have no issues with our floors, walls, windows, appliances, etc. Our only issues has been with closet doors, and has require several visits from maintenance. Pet policy is pretty unfair. And was not disclosed to us until we were signing the lease. It is not a deposit, rather a monthly fee of $50 per pet. I disagree with pet rent, but that's just us (feel that a deposit is more fair). Major negative ... and I feel it is unique to this area... air traffic. This community is in the direct path of the many of the planes coming in to HNL. It is also just across the way from Hickam AFB creating some very noisy military jet noise from time to time. This is probably the biggest draw back to living here. But, for my family this is negative does not outweigh the positives of living here. We're happy.

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