Each month, the Realtor's Association of Maui publishes updates on the Maui real estate market. 

The Maui Real Estate Report for the first month of 2025 notes:

U.S. existing-home sales advanced for the third straight month, climbing 2.2% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.24 million units, a 10-month high, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Sales were up 9.3% year-over-year, driven largely by purchases of homes priced $500,000 and above. Month-over-month, sales rose in the South, Northeast, and the West but fell in the Midwest, with all four regions reporting year-over-year gains.

New Listings decreased 6.4 percent for Single Family homes but increased 8.6 percent for Condominium homes. Pending Sales decreased

Each month, the Realtor's Association of Maui publishes updates on the Maui real estate market. 

The Year End MAUI Real Estate Statistics for 2024 report notes:

U.S. existing-home sales improved for the second consecutive month, rising 4.8% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.15 million units, an eight-month high, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Sales were up 6.1% compared to the same time last year, marking the largest year-over-year increase since June 2021. Economists had forecast existing-home sales would come in at an annual rate of 4.07 million units for the month.

New Listings increased 13.4 percent for Single Family homes but decreased 7.7 percent for Condominium homes. Pending Sales decreased 32.8

Each month, the Realtor's Association of Maui publishes updates on the Maui real estate market. 

The report notes:

U.S. existing-home sales fell for the second month in a row, sliding 1.9% month-over-month and 1.9% year-over-year, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), with sales down in all four regions of the country. Higher borrowing costs and accelerating home prices continue to weigh on demand, pushing some prospective buyers to the sidelines and causing market activity to slump ahead of summer.

New Listings decreased 4.3 percent for Single Family homes but increased 101.9 percent for Condominium homes. Pending Sales decreased 18.3 percent for Single Family homes and 34.6 percent for Condominium homes. Inventory increased

Each month, the Realtor's Association of Maui publishes updates on the Maui real estate market. 

The report notes:

U.S. existing-home sales recently fell from a one-year high, dropping 4.3% month-over-month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.19 million, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), as higher interest rates and rising sales prices continue to keep some prospective buyers on the sidelines. Average 30-year mortgage rates have topped 7% in recent weeks, while the median existing-home sales price hit $393,500 as of last measure, a 4.8% increase from the previous month, according to NAR.

New Listings increased 3.7 percent for Single Family homes and 36.6 percent for Condominium homes. Pending Sales increased 5.8

Maui's Resort Areas: a 9 Month Review of the Market for Condos and Homes 

How the past nine months compare with the same period in the prior year

Maui has been slowly recovering in the wake of the tragic fire of August 8, 2023.  Many buyers and sellers have asked me how the market is doing, so I've compiled some data for both condominium and home sales by area comparing the period from 8/8/23-5/8/24 with the same period in 22-23.

West and South Maui Condo Sales

The statistics show that sales are down primarily in West Maui, with the condominium market in Kapalua hit the hardest, with number of sales down -66% and dollar volume down 49%.  with uncertainty regarding the future of Short Term Rentals in the apartment zone, we are seeing more sales

WAILEA CONDOMINIUM MARKET UPDATE: Q1 2024

Wailea Resort Condominiums

Wailea Condominiums

Wailea is home to several different condominium resorts, including the Andaz, Grand Champions, Ho'olei, Kai Malu, Kanani Wailea, Keala O Wailea, Palms at Wailea, Wailea Palms, Makalii, Papali, Polo Beach Club, Wailea Beach Villas, Wailea Ekahi, Wailea Ekolu, Wailea Elua, Wailea Fairway Villas, Wailea Point, and Wailea Town Center.

Makena is home to the Makena Golf & Beach Club, Makena Surf, Na Hale O Makena

KAPALUA MARKET UPDATE: Q1 2024

The view from Ironwoods 62, a highly upgraded ocean view residence, currently listed for sale

Kapalua Condominiums:  Q1 2024 and a historical summary of sales

The Kapalua Resort is home to several different condominium communities, with offerings ranging from one to four-bedroom condominiums.  The Kapalua Bay Villas, Kapalua Ironwoods, The Coconut Grove on Kapalua Bay, the Montage Residences Kapalua Bay and the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua Residences are all oceanfront properties nestled along the Kapalua Resort's spectacular shoreline.  The Kapalua Ridge Villas and Kapalua Golf Villas both are located on the Kapalua Bay Course with ocean and golf course views. 

Kapalua Resort Condo Market*

Each month, the Realtor's Association of Maui publishes updates on the Maui real estate market. 

The report notes:

U.S. existing-home sales improved for the second month in a row, jumping 9.5% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.38 million units, exceeding economists’ expectations and marking the largest monthly gain in a year, according to the National Association of REALTORS®(NAR).

The rebound in home sales comes amid fluctuating mortgage rates and elevated sales prices, indicating there is plenty of buyer demand heading into the spring selling season.

New Listings increased 19.8 percent for Single Family homes and 46.5 percent for Condominium homes. Pending Sales decreased 4.3 percent for Single Family homes and 1.1 percent for

Spotlight on Launiupoko: One of West Maui's most popular neighborhoods

What is the Launiupoko Neighborhood like?

Nestled on the picturesque slopes of West Maui, Launiupoko is an enclave of large homesites with stunning views. This idyllic community is known for its sprawling acreage, stunning ocean views, and a tranquil lifestyle that blends open space with the charm of island living. The area is zoned agricultural, providing a perfect blend of natural beauty and rural living, making it one of Maui's most sought-after locations. 

In Launiupoko, you will note the presence of many CPR "Condominium Property Regime" Properties.  The CPR process allows a property owner to create a minimum of two separate condominiums (most typically a main home lot

Each month, the Realtor's Association of Maui publishes updates on the Maui real estate market. 

The report notes:

U.S. existing-home sales grew 3.1% month-over-month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.00 million, exceeding economists’ expectations and marking the strongest sales pace since August 2023, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Falling interest rates late last year, coupled with a recent uptick in inventory, helped existing-home sales to climb following last month’s decline, with monthly gains reported in the Midwest, South, and West regions.

New Listings increased 2.4 percent for Single Family homes and 52.1 percent for Condominium homes. Pending Sales decreased 5.1 percent for Single Family homes but