Property Spotlight: The Whaler on Ka'anapali Beach

Property Spotlight: The Whaler on Ka'anapali Beach
Introducing Whaler 412

Inside Whaler 412: A Fully Turn-key, Updated Ocean View Condo on Kaʻanapali Beach

Whaler 412 is an updated one-bedroom, two-bathroom condominium for sale at The Whaler on Kaʻanapali Beach.  Renovated with a beachy vibe, this single level floor plan is bright and airy, with an open flow to the large outdoor lanai.  The living room and bedrooms both have views of the ocean and beach.  Guests arrive at the property through a beautiful lobby that opens to Koi ponds and Tropical Gardens.  The Whaler is comprised of two buildings, and offers a beachside pool, a fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, a covered parking garage and elevators.  Located at the North end of…

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West Maui Condominiums: Mid Year Market Update 2026

West Maui Condo Market Update: First Half of 2026 

The West Maui condominium market shifted meaningfully between the first half of 2025 and the first half of 2026. Closed sales rose 22% across the region, from 121 transactions to 148, while median and average sale prices eased and properties spent more time on market before selling. Together, these numbers point to a market with more choice for buyers and more competitive positioning for sellers.

Below is a look at what moved across West Maui overall, then district by district in the Kapalua Resort, Napili/Kahana/Honokowai, Kaanapali, and Lahaina.

West Maui Condos at a Glance

Sales activity picked up notably, with closed transactions climbing from 121 to 148 year over year, a 22% increase.…

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KAANAPALI CONDOMINIUM MARKET UPDATE: 2024 IN REVIEW

KAANAPALI CONDOMINIUM MARKET UPDATE: 2024 IN Review

Kaanapali Resort Condominiums

Kaanapali Condominiums

Kaanapali is home to several different condominium communities, with offerings ranging from studios to four-bedroom condominiums.  Located along Kaanapali Beach are the Kaanapali Alii and Whaler, and located on Kahekili are the Maui Kaanapali Villas, Honua Kai, Mahana and Maui Kai.  Surrounding the Golf Course, you'll find the Maui Eldorado, the Masters, Kaanapali Plantation, International Colony Club and Vintage.

How does the market through the first quarter of 2024 stack up for each community as compared with prior years?

A FIVE-YEAR OVERVIEW

Honua Kai

Honua Kai: condos for sale All Buildings

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Maui Real Estate Statistics: February, 2025

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

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

U.S. existing-home sales fell for the first time since September, slipping 4.9% month-over-month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.08 million units, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), as elevated home prices and higher interest rates continue to impact buyer activity. Despite the drop, sales were up 2% compared to the same period last year, marking the fourth consecutive monthly year-over-year increase.

New Listings increased 4.3 percent for Single Family homes but decreased 7.8 percent for Condominium homes. Pending Sales decreased 11.3 percent for…

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Masters at Kaanapali Hillside | Residence 1004

Masters at Kaanapali Hillside: Residence 1004

The Masters at Kaanapali Hillside has long been one of Kaanapali's most desirable condominium communities.  Nestled along the Royal Kaanapali golf course, the low-density development is comprised of 200 one, two and three-bedroom residences on close to 38 acres.

Building 10 is perched overlooking the Royal Kaanapali golf course, and enjoys one of the best view locations at the property.  The unique vantage point overlooks the Kaanapali Resort and extends far to the North, with Molokai featured prominently.

The owners of Masters 1004 have made thoughtful additions to the interior, creating a relaxed and comfortable space.  The second-floor location features few stairs to enter, and vaulted…

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Maui's Resort Areas: a Nine Month Review of the Market

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…

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Kaanapali Resort Condominium Market Update | Q 1 2024

KAANAPALI CONDOMINIUM MARKET UPDATE: Q1 2024

Kaanapali Resort Condominiums

Kaanapali Condominiums

Kaanapali is home to several different condominium communities, with offerings ranging from studios to four-bedroom condominiums.  Located along Kaanapali Beach are the Kaanapali Alii and Whaler, and located on Kahekili are the Maui Kaanapali Villas, Honua Kai, Mahana and Maui Kai.  Surrounding the Golf Course, you'll find the Maui Eldorado, the Masters, Kaanapali Plantation, International Colony Club and Vintage.

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Kaanapali Resort Condominium Market Update: Q2 | 2023

KAANAPALI CONDOMINIUM MARKET UPDATE: Q2 2023 

Kaanapali Resort Condominiums

Kaanapali Condominiums

Kaanapali is home to several different condominium communities, with offerings ranging from studios to four-bedroom condominiums.  Located along Kaanapali Beach are the Kaanapali Alii and Whaler, and located on Kahekili are the Maui Kaanapali Villas, Honua Kai, Mahana and Maui Kai.  Surrounding the Golf Course, you'll find the Maui Eldorado, the Masters, Kaanapali Plantation, International Colony Club and Vintage.

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Spotlight on the Honua Kai

Market Spotlight: Honua Kai June 16, 2023

The Honua Kai is Kaanapali's newest condominium development and one of the most desirable vacation destinations in West Maui.  Built in three phases along Kekaa Beach on the North Side of Black Rock, the Honua Kai is comprised of three separate sections: Hokulani (South Resort-SR-2008), Konea (North Resort-NR-2009) and Luana Gardens (2018).   

The Hokulani and Konea towers feature 627 studio, one, two and three-bedroom condominium residences.  The 10 story buildings have central air conditioning, elevators and underground parking.  The new addition of Luana Gardens weaves in a more contemporary residential component, with 72 three-bedroom residences.  These low rise, two-story buildings feature private…

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Kaanapali Condominium Market Update through Q1 2023

KAANAPALI CONDOMINIUM MARKET UPDATE: Q1 2023 

Kaanapali Resort Condominiums

Kaanapali Condominiums

Kaanapali is home to several different condominium communities, with offerings ranging from studios to four-bedroom condominiums.  Located along Kaanapali Beach are the Kaanapali Alii and Whaler, and located on Kahekili are the Maui Kaanapali Villas, Honua Kai, Mahana and Maui Kai.  Surrounding the Golf Course, you'll find the Maui Eldorado, the Masters, Kaanapali Plantation, International Colony Club and Vintage.

How does the market through the first quarter of 2023 stack up for each community as compared with prior years?

A FIVE-YEAR OVERVIEW

Honua Kai: condos for sale All Buildings

International Colony Club condos for…

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