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Welcome to Knutson & Associates
Family-Owned. Locally Operated. Proudly Serving the Kona Coast Since 1976.
Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence in Hawaiian Real Estate & Vacation Rentals For 50 years, Knutson & Associates has proudly welcomed visitors to the Big Island of Hawaiʻi, offering exceptional vacation homes, condominiums, and professional real estate services along the beautiful Kona Coast.As the longest-standing property management company on the Kona Coast, we take pride in our history, our local roots, and the lasting relationships we have built with property owners, guests, and our community.We are a family-owned and operated, independent real estate and property management company based in Kailua-Kona. Our team of dedicated Realtors®, vacation rental professionals, and property management experts brings decades of local knowledge and hands-on experience to every aspect of our business.Unlike large corporate management companies, we believe in providing a personal, boutique experience where every property, every owner, and every guest matters. Our commitment goes beyond managing properties and booking vacations. We strive to create lasting relationships built on trust, integrity, exceptional service, and genuine aloha.
A Message from Our Principal Broker, Blake Kessner
"At Knutson & Associates, our family takes tremendous pride in continuing a legacy that has been part of the Kona community since 1976. Being family-owned and operated means that our reputation is personal. We believe our success is measured not simply by the properties we manage or the transactions we complete, but by the relationships we build and the experiences we provide.Our goal has always been to deliver the highest level of service to both our property owners and our guests. Whether you're trusting us with your investment property, purchasing your dream home in Hawaiʻi, or visiting the Big Island for a memorable vacation, we want you to feel the difference of working with a local company that genuinely cares.As we celebrate our 50th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to the same values that have guided our company for generations: personalized service, local expertise, and a dedication to exceeding expectations.From our family to yours, we look forward to welcoming you to the Big Island and sharing the aloha spirit that makes Hawaiʻi so special."
