Moving Guides|Hawaii|Oahu|Neighborhoods|Laie
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Matt Rott
Hawaii Local Expert

Last Modified: January 5, 2026

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Laie Neighborhood Overview

Sea Arches, PCC, BYU Hawaii

31of 54 Oahu Neighborhoods

🧭Generally defined as the area: South of Malaekahana Stream and Kahuku town, north of Hauula and Hauula Beach Park, west of Laie Bay, Pounders Beach, and Mokuauia offshore, east of the Ko'olau foothills, Laie Ridge, and Laie Falls trail—centered around Kamehameha Highway.

📌Best known for: PCC shows, BYU Hawaii, shining Mormon temple.

👕You can spot a Laie local by: BYU Hawaii lanyards and sandy slippers.

👍Move here for: Kid-safe beaches and multi-generational potlucks.

👎Don't say we didn't warn you about: Sunday hush and long commutes to Town.

✨The overall feel is: Wholesome college coast vibes.

Spirit-filled scholars chasing windy shore breaks.

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Moving to Laie - Make Sense Of Your Next Move

Whether you're new to Oahu or deciding which part of the island fits you best, Snappy Scout cuts through the noise and shows you what living here is really like. If you're still finding your way, start with our Moving to Oahu guide for the big-picture view — or compare Laie against other parts of the island in our Oahu neighborhood guide.