Paki Maui Market Update: December 2019

by Heidi Dollinger, R(S)

MAUI OCEANFRONT HOMES
Market Update, November 2019

1437 Front Street is an oceanfront home for sale in the heart of Lahaina, on historic front street
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Update 1/27/2020:  Since this post was written, the classification of 6 sales in Makena was changed from Beachfront to Across the Street from the Ocean.  These sales totaled $60,162,136.  As they were developer sales the escrow could only close once construction was complete, so they had a very high Days on Market Count, averaging 1202 days on market.

As such, the statistics and summary below have changed.  Please see the post written 1/27/2020 for updated statistics.

Maui has several areas with oceanfront homes: West Maui, South Maui, North Shore, East Maui and Central

Pineapple Hill and Pineapple Hill Estates Market Update, Oct 2019

Kapalua's Pineapple Hill and Pineapple Hill Estates is a popular neighborhood in the heart of the Kapalua Resort.

Pineapple Hill is the first phase of the development and was originally designed with 99 homesites, most being a quarter-acre, though many of them were consolidated to make larger lots.  Owners must build one of six floor plans (thought modifications are allowed with approval from the Design Review Committee), unless buildling on two or more contiguous lots, in which case a custom home is permitted.  

Pineapple Estates was annexed in early in 2001, with 31 homesites being integrated into the community.  Lots are larger (approximately a half-acre) and custom homes

Spotlight on Aina Nalu:

Market Update through September 30, 2019

The Pool at Aina Nalu is a calm oasis in the heart of historic Lahaina town

by Heidi Dollinger, R(S)

Located on 8.63 acres, Aina-Nalu is one of the few Airbnb vacation rentable communities right in Lahaina town, close to all the shopping and restaurants on Front St. in Lahaina, and close to Lahaina Harbor for whale-watching boat excursions, fishing, and sunset sails.  Aina-Nalu is located just a few blocks from the ocean, and a short drive to many of the most popular West Maui beaches. There is an infinity-edge saltwater pool and hot tub spa, and another smaller kidney-shaped pool, and several bbq areas with gas grills.  Amenities include a large open-air pavilion, and

Kapalua Golf Villas: Market Overview September 2019

Kapalua Golf Villa 21P3,4 enjoys a sweeping view of the Pacific ocean and outer island of Lanai

The Kapalua Golf Villas is a popular community located in the heart of the Kapalua Resort.  Built in 1979, the property is comprised of 16 buildings on 15.84 acres.  Originally designed with one and two-bedroom floor plans, there have been some two-bedroom loft-style floor plans that were converted to three-bedroom villas.  Onsite amenities include four swimming pools and barbeque areas.  The Kapalua Resort is home to two championship golf courses, tennis, hiking, world-class dining and some of Maui's most beloved beaches.

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Quick Market Overview Launiupoko Homes:

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Montage Residences Kapalua Bay: Condominium Listings and Sales
Market Overview September 2019

Montage Residences at Kapalua Bay
Whole Ownership Condominium Residences

When originally developed as a Ritz-Carlton Club and Residences in 2008, the property was comprised of 84 wholly-owned three and four-bedroom residences, some of the largest condominiums available in West Maui.  These residences are located in buildings 1, 2, 5 and 6 and ranged from 2,789 to 4,055 sq. ft. 

The development also included 62 smaller two and three-bedroom residences that were offered as 1/12 ownership located in buildings 3 and 4.  Since then, the property was re-branded in 2014 and all developer fractional sales were halted. 

Since being rebranded the Montage

Market Overview: The International Colony Club

by Heidi Dollinger, R(S)

Photos courtesy of International Colony Club #20 by Dave Lower

Built in 1964, the International Colony Club was one of the very early developments on Kaanapali Hillside.  It is one of the few places in a resort community where you can own a free-standing home on Maui with condominiumized grounds, and Airbnb or vacation rent it, without the need for a short-term rental permit.   This makes it ideal for second homeowners looking to offset their operating expenses while not in residence.

The ability to vacation rent at the International Colony Club is a recent change - it is only within the last year or so that this condominium

Live front and center on the Beach at Kapalua Bay:

Spotlight on the Coconut Grove on Kapalua Bay

Introducing Coconut Grove #22

The Coconut Grove is a secluded gated enclave of just 36 private condominium residences overlooking Kapalua Bay.  Coconut Grove #22 enjoys an exceptional location at the center of Kapalua Bay.  This second-floor residence features an elevator and a garage.  It is perfectly positioned to take in Maui’s dramatic sunsets while listening to the calm waters of the Pacific Ocean.  The Coconut Grove was designed with island living in mind--pocketing doors open the living room to the spacious lanai.  This residence has been impeccably maintained and is offered move in ready with contemporary island-style furnishings and

Spotlight on the Maui Kai: Real Estate Market Overview

By Heidi Dollinger

At the ocean’s edge, Maui Kai is in an ideal location for those who enjoy walks on beautiful Kekaa Beach, one of Kaanapali's long white sand beaches.  The Maui Kai is a ten-story building with 80 units total, all with direct ocean views.    

There are currently five active listings for Studios at Maui Kai (395 SF – 420 SF).  List prices range from $479,000 to $498,000. The last sale of a studio at Maui Kai was Maui Kai 506, which closed at $475,000 on 2/1/2019.  There is currently (1) unit pending under/ contract, a 1-Bedroom, Maui Kai 605, listed at $625,000. 

There are just three active 1-Bedroom listings:
Maui Kai 405 offered at $599,000
Maui Kai 301 offered at