Buying or selling a home on the Big Island? It’s a different ballgame out here.
Sure, there are some similarities to real estate on the mainland, but Hawai‘i has its own rhythm, rules, and quirks — and you want someone who gets that.
At Island Homes, we don’t just know the market — we live it. Whether you're diving into your first Big Island home or selling a property you’ve poured your heart into, we make sure you’re fully represented every step of the way. With Big Island real estate expert Julie Wettstein leading the way, you’ll have local knowledge and experience you can truly rely on.
This is one of the biggest transactions of your life — and we treat it that way.
We bring solid representation, clear communication, and just the right amount of creativity to get the results you want — without the stress.
Broker Associate RB- RB-21086Dive into Hawaii Real Estate with Julie as your guide!
Julie is not your average real estate specialist. With 30 years of experience, she's a seasoned professional who thrives on making her clients' dreams a reality. Her favorite part of being a real estate agent? Seeing the sheer joy on her clients' faces when she helps them find their perfect Dream Home. Born and raised in a small ranching community in Southwestern Wyoming, Julie's values of community, loyalty, and family run deep. She's a country girl at heart, and her roots have shaped her into the dedicated and trustworthy professional she is today. Married to her high school sweetheart, Julie is a proud mother of three beautiful daughters and a doting grandmother to an adorably cute granddaughter. An animal lover at heart, she shares her island life with two dogs who are just as enamored with the ocean as the rest of her family. Julie's love for the ocean led her and her family to Hawaii, where they relocated to the Big Island in 2011. An avid scuba diver, she spends as much time as possible underwater, capturing the beauty of the underwater world through her photography. Her passion for photography extends to capturing the unique animals and landscapes of the ocean, always on the lookout for the biggest and smallest of creatures. Having navigated the complexities of relocation herself, Julie understands the challenges that come with moving, whether it's across an ocean or within the same town. She's adept at helping her clients through every step of the process, making the transition as smooth as possible. Julie loves meeting new people and takes great pleasure in helping them find their perfect place to call home. If you're seeking an exceptional person to help you find the home of your dreams, Julie is the one to call. She can't wait to help you make your vision a reality.
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What My Clients Say
Julie helped my husband and I with the harrowing process of purchasing a property site unseen from Washington State! Although she acknowledged that this was rather unusual, she held our hands each and every step of the way. She took extra pictures for us to make super sure we knew what we were purchasing. She described the area in detail letting us know the positives as well as the negatives of the neighborhood. She went way above and beyond for us! Julie embodies the Aloha spirit that the islands are so famous for. She is sweet, professional, and has you absolutely covered!
Featured Areas
My lifestyle guides are here to help you get a feel for each neighborhood — so you can find the one that feels just right for you.
VOLCANO
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