U.S. Air ForceWindward · Waimanalo, Windward Oahu
Bellows Air Force Station
Bellows AFS is a small Air Force installation on the Windward coast used primarily for training, recreation, and MWR — famous for its beachfront cottages and one of the best beaches on the island. Most personnel work at nearby MCBH or JBPHH and live in Waimanalo, Kailua, or Kaneohe.
Location
Where Bellows AFS Sits on Oahu
Bellows AFS, Waimanalo, HI 96795
Where to Live
Suggested Areas & Drive Times
Waimanalo
5 min
Closest to the gate — country living, farms, and one of Oahu's most stunning beaches.
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Video Tour
Living Near Bellows AFS
A drive-around and neighborhood walkthrough of the area surrounding base.
2026 BAH · Honolulu County
Your Housing Allowance at Bellows AFS
All Oahu bases fall under the Honolulu County BAH zone. Sample rates below — full charts available on request.
| Rank | With Dependents | Without Dependents |
|---|---|---|
| E-5 | $4,020 | $3,015 |
| E-7 | $4,545 | $3,411 |
| E-9 | $5,283 | $3,963 |
| W-3 | $5,151 | $3,864 |
| O-1 | $4,020 | $3,015 |
| O-3 | $5,283 | $3,963 |
| O-5 | $5,712 | $4,284 |
Off Duty
Things To Do Near Bellows AFS
- ◆Bellows Beach (public access weekends)
- ◆Waimanalo Bay Beach Park
- ◆Makapu'u Lighthouse Trail
- ◆Sea Life Park
- ◆Sherwood Forest
Neighborhoods
Places To Live Near Base
WaimanaloKailuaKaneoheEnchanted LakeLanikai
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