Steven Ellison

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"We’ve known Steve Ellison for many years starting with our search for our forever house in Kona. We found him to be very knowledgeable about the various communities in Kona. He showed us several neighborhoods during our visits to Kona. We took our time in deciding where to hang our hat. Steve was very patient with us never pushing us to hurry up and decide. Fortunately the market afforded us the ability to wait for the right choice. No regrets in relocating from the mainland to Kona going on 7 years strong. Mahalo to you for finding us this home. We’ve made it our own. Can’t beat the view! " - Irene and Matt Putnam

★★★★★
"After extensive research and interviews of various brokers, my family hired Steve Ellison and his team to market and sell a beloved waterfront property in Kahalu'u. Steve was very attentive, responsive and respectful of different perspectives of each family member as we went through the difficult process of letting this property go. He found us an excellent local buyer and helped us and the buyer navigate and resolve issues that delayed the closing. He also provided us with valuable referrals for local contractors to help repair parts of the home that had been neglected. We give Steve our highest recommendation. " - Davis and Linda West

★★★★★
"Steven is an exceptional realtor who goes above and beyond to ensure his clients’ needs are met. His attention to detail, efficient approach and extensive knowledge of the industry make him an invaluable asset to anyone looking to buy or sell a property. Steven’s ability to anticipate and address potential issues before they become problems is a testament to his dedication to his clients. He is a fantastic communicator who always takes the time to listen to his clients’ concerns and provides thoughtful, well-informed advice. I highly recommend Steven to anyone looking for a top-notch realtor who truly cares about his clients’ best interests. " - Nancy and Frank Bragg

★★★★★
"Working with Steven Ellison over the years has been an amazing experience! As a fellow Realtor in the state of Hawaii, me living on Maui and Steven being located on the Big Island, he has been able to successfully help my clients and friends who are looking to purchase on the Big Island. His decades of knowledge in Real Estate, knowing the immediate inventory, knowing the island like the back of his hand and his fun and bright personality are what makes him one of the best Realtors serving me, my clients, family and friends! I will always refer him to anyone looking to purchase on the Big Island. " - Donna Wilson, Real Estate Broker-Maui

★★★★★
"We have worked with Steve Ellison on the buy/sell of 7 different property transactions in Kona, Hawaii, over a period of 20 some years. Even though we have never lived in or have been Hawaii residents. Steve is a true Professional in every meaning of the word. Honest, Straight-forward, Knowledgeable of the current market, Punctual, Detailed in all aspects of a transaction, Conservative in all of his assessments, and Trustworthy. Our transactions have been varied from building/selling a home, to buying/selling a Condo, To buying raw land for a family member, a lot for a spec home, and our last transaction a 6 acre housing development project. Steve and his team can handle all of these type of Real Estate transactions. You will never be sorry or surprised when you deal the Ellison Team/Hawaii Real Estate. " - Pam and Randal Hruska

★★★★★
"Working with Steve and his team was a great experience from start to finish. Steve knows real estate on the Big Island very well, and he helped us find a great home and get through the moving process from the mainland. I'd highly recommend them! " -Tyler and Katrina Clark

★★★★★
"The Ellison Team is very, very good at what they do; in fact, they are the best. If you are detail-oriented then you will see the results. What is behind the scenes is an impressive depth of research conducted. They have a vast network and relationship with people and agencies around the islands. They maintain efficiency, focus, and timeliness with complete care of their clients from A-Z. Unparalleled professionalism, proficiency, and performance... The best part is that they do it with a level a graciousness and aloha rarely found and never equaled ~ I highly recommend! Simply the Best. "-Jon Dixon

★★★★★
"The Ellison team took the stress out of the buying experience. They were well prepared and had answers for our questions before we even knew we had a question. Their expertise made our transition from mainland to Island a breeze. "-Donna Nelson

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" I had the pleasure of working with James Lear and the Ellison team during my recent home purchase in south Kona, and I couldn't be happier with the service they provided. James was extremely knowledgeable about the local market and took the time to understand my needs and preferences, which made the home search process much easier and more efficient. What really impressed me about James and his team was their commitment to going above and beyond to ensure a smooth and successful transaction. There were some unexpected issues that arose during the process, but James was always there to offer guidance and help facilitate solutions. He was proactive, communicative, and genuinely dedicated to ensuring that I had a positive experience throughout the entire process. Overall, I highly recommend James and the Ellision team to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and dedicated real estate agent. Thanks to their expertise and hard work, I am now the proud owner of a beautiful home in south Kona, and I couldn't be happier with my decision. "-Andy Christopher

★★★★★
"Steve Ellison is absolutely ideal to work with. It’s like having a friend on the “inside” that is working for you. He is extremely responsive, knowledgeable about the market and offers advise that was centered completely around our needs, our work, our life, etc. I felt very fortunate how his logic and character placed our well being before a sale. The delivery of the information was shared with clarity: present the info and talk about pros/cons/strategy for moving forward. He treated the situation like he was purchasing the property for his own family – Steve looked out for us before, during and after the purchase. He truly had, and still has our best interests in mind. Steve really cares about his clients as well as the community and neighborhood we live in. I am grateful I was fortunate enough to have had Steve Ellison on my team when purchasing our Hawai'i Island home. "-Ranae and Duncan Bamsey

★★★★★
"Steve Ellison and his team are an incredible real estate team. My wife and I were on the lookout for our Kona dream home. Getting the alerts from websites like Zillow, letting us know that homes were available and because the market was so hot the listings were off market within days. We found Steve and the Ellison Team in 2021. We noticed that they did a lot of business in Kona and specifically around Alii Drive where we were looking to buy a home. My wife contacted Steve and the experience was top shelf, 5 stars, 100%, and so on and so forth. Steve secured the home, a Kona beach house that was right out of a Hawaiian day dream. Jungle landscape, walkable to the beach, recently remodeled, an incredible property. Teamate Kathy Jensen helped us with the transaction while we were in escrow and she was Amazing!!!! So knowledgable and friendly. Thank you Kathy!! Using the right agent with a great team truly makes all the difference. Thank you Steve and Team, we will use you for our next purchase. "-Mike and Dawn Lewis, Real Estate Brokers , San Diego

★★★★★
"Our family has purchased over 15 properties on the Big Island from Steven Ellison. We always relied on his knowledge of the market and trusted his personal advice in making the “deal” And we heartily recommend you call Steven Ellison with any questions or needs about Real Estate. You won’t be disappointed! "-Jane Ransford

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"Steven sold my condo when I had no success with other realtors. He went above and beyond, providing staging and hiring a professional photographer and was present at virtually every showing. He treated my property as if it was worth a hundred times the value. With great attention to detail, Steven looks out for the interest of his clients both on the buying and selling sides. He does right by people and truly enjoys helping others achieve their dreams. I would only consider doing business with Steven when it comes to real estate. He is the best on the island, if not in the state. "-LaRen Kristen

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"On vacation in 1989, I was referred to Steve Ellison. He showed me several properties and answered all my questions about transitioning to island living from Monterey, California. A year later I was living my dream in Kona. Over the years, Steve was representing buyers and sellers at The Makolea Condos. In 2003 and 2017, I sold my two condos with his help. Steve is professional, trustworthy and knowledgeable. I highly recommend Steve for all your real estate transactions. "-Janet Santa Ana

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"BEST AGENT IN KONA!!!!! Steven was the most incredible agent we have ever worked with. His knowledge of Kona and the big Island were impressive. We came in for the week, and Steven bent over backwards to show us tons of house. When it came time to close the deal it was Steven's negotiations and local connections that got ours accepted. We are on the mainland and Steven has met with contractors and landscaping companies for us. Without Steven helping us purchase we would have hit some major speed bumps. He has noticed some termite debris, that we would not have seen. He pointed this out in negotiations and save us a very expensive exterminator bill. THANK YOU STEVEN. We are without a doubt coming to you when it's time for property #2 . "-Carolynn and Ken

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"Steve and his team go above and beyond to ensure a positive home buying experience. Prior to closing, a new septic was to be installed. Someone from the team was at the property several times a week to check on the progress. Even after we closed, they were following up- and they were the selling agents for the home! We are so grateful. "-Bree and Adam Larson

★★★★★
"Outstanding, professional service by Steve and his Team for us. He is very thorough and paid close attention to all of the little details in our real estate transactions. I highly recommend Steve and his Team for help with any real estate needs. " -Davis and Joanne Turner

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"Steve is the most professional and accommodating realtor we have ever dealt with. We would never use anyone else on the Big Island." -Cindy Aki

★★★★★
"Nothing but good things to say about Steve and his team. He is knowledgeable, professional and a great advisor. He not only helped us in the purchase and sale of our home, but was a great source of quality advice and connections throughout our time in Hawaii. You couldn't ask for nicer folks to work with! "-Gregg Mowins

★★★★★
"Steve and Kathy were absolutely the best team ever! They are “true” professionals. In todays world of unanswered calls and emails… They were a breath of fresh air. We have purchased plenty of properties and the expertise they both have shined through. There were plenty of difficulties that arose (through no cause of Steve and Kathy) due to title issues and Covid related moratoriums. It’s true when they say “You find out who people are when things get difficult”. I would put every friend and family member in their hands and never have to worry. Thank You Steve and Kathy! We appreciate you so much! "-Jon and Dana Burke

★★★★★
"Great people who really understand real estate. Easy to work with, and a pleasure to be around. Highly recommend! "-JD and Jess Knudson

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"My father had been thinking of selling his home and started interacting with Steven Ellison a year-and-a-half ago. (Anyone who can tolerate my father's lovable idiosyncracies for that long is already pretty amazing.) When I first met Steven, I immediately picked up on his, for lack of a better word, goodness. That is an important factor when you are entrusting someone to handle what is possibly your largest and most important life investment. Steven had given my father a lot of good ideas and referrals in the past year on how to prepare his house for sale; according to Steven, that service is one of the things that the team does well that distinguishes them from the other real estate agents in the area. They are also known for their integrity - which is not something to take lightly if you know what harmful things unscrupulous agents can do at your expense. I really appreciated Steven saying he would never pressure his clients. He wanted his clients to feel comfortable with the whole process. He sincerely put forward his philosophy that "the client's interests come first". That was evident from how he approached working with my father, who, before I met him, described him to me as sincere. You may invariably meet real estate agents where it begins to become apparent they aren't putting your concerns first; you may start to feel that they are only interested in their commission. If that is the case, please make arrangements to meet Steven! "-Crystal Chen

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"My dad needed to do a 1031 exchange and wanted to invest in a rental property on the Big Island. He was referred to Steve, and we are so grateful that we had Steve on our side. Steve answered our many, many emails in a very timely manner. He met with us via phone for really long conversations, and patiently answered all of our questions. My dad and I then made a strike mission from the mainland to view the dozens of properties we had identified. Steve had helped us narrow down our list a lot--after really listening to what my dad wanted--but we still had a long list because we wanted to rule everything out on our own. We literally saw 25 units in 2.5 days, and Steve had them all organized and planned. I can't even imagine the amount of time he must have put in to create that schedule! The funny thing is that Steve told me which complex he thought we'd like best and it IS where my dad ended up purchasing, but Steve was so kind and patient and continued to show us condo after condo until we made the final determination. Steve was so thoughtful that he even carried cold drinks and snacks in the car for us. He showed us beaches and restaurants and everything we needed to know to really familiarize ourselves with the area. He also really knows his stuff when it comes to 1031 exchanges and purchasing vacation rentals. We talked to some agents over there who had no idea about potential upcoming laws putting limits or fees on rentals in some zones, and Steve knew all about it so he could steer us in the right direction. If you want a professional, kind, very organized agent, look no further. " -Ellen and Larry

★★★★★
"Doesn't get any better! Steve is the best realtor that exists! He goes the extra mile all the time! He took us back to the very first house, we saw on the big island and helped us get the property! Two years later since we are not there, he continues to help us with any and everything we need to know! He always makes you feel relaxed and as if you are his only client! We are so fortunate we know him. Not only is he a true professional but also a very special person! "-Ellen and David