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The Natural Choice for Maui Real Estate

 
“We live in one of the world's most beautiful places. I take my responsibility to help my clients find their own little piece of paradise very seriously.” --Ken Smith

 

 Issue 153

Dec 31, 2005

 
Aloha ,

In this newsletter:
The Year in Review
Market Watch
Homes Over $1 Million
Homes Under $1 Million
Vacant Land
Vacation Condos Under $1 Million
Residential Condos Under $500K

 

 
Maui on My Mind

Pukalani, Maui
Living the Good Life on Maui
"Priceless"

The Year in Review

2005 is almost history now and what a year it has been. During this period, The Smith Team has been personally involved in 89 transaction sides totalling $55 Million. What makes us most proud, however, is not the dollar volume, but the fact that 47% of our business was from Past Clients and 13% from Referrals. We feel that this is testimony to the fact that we are doing many things right.

Even so, in 2006 we do not intend to rest on our laurels, but will strive to improve upon the service we provide to all of our current, past, and hopefully future clients. We welcome your feedback on how we can do an even better job of assisting you in meeting your real estate objectives.

The featured property of the week is somewhat "tongue in cheek". The view is from the lanai of Ken's house overlooking the 6th hole at the Pukalani Country Club taken on Christmas Day.

As we look around us, we are still in awe of the natural beauty and splendor of the Valley Isle....from the white, sandy, sun-drenched beaches of Wailea to the top of majestic Haleakala, from awesome and challenging golf courses in Kapalua to the wondrous waterfalls in Hana, Maui is truly a magical place.

How do you put a price for living in Paradise? Life is short, so if you have not yet found a place on Maui to call home, let's hope that 2006 will be the year that we are able to find your little niche in Paradise.

Our warmest wishes go out to you and all of your Ohana for a very Happy, Healthy, and Prosperous New Year, and our sincerest prayers for World Peace and an end to hunger in 2006.

Mahalo Nui Loa,

Greg, Ken, and Josh Smith

Market Watch for December 31, 2005

Active
Pending
Sold
Change
Homes
652 (316)
165 (34)
1344 (272)
18
Condos
681 (134)
192 (22)
1987 (169)
5
Land
260 (125)
56 (21)
427 (93)
-3
Total
1593 (575)
413 (77)
3758 (534)
20

1. The numbers in parentheses reflect the number of listings over $1 Million.
2. Sold listings are for the previous 12 months.
3. Change is the increase or decrease in number of active listings from the previous week.

Smith Team's Best Buys

Homes Over $1 Million


102 Kulipu'u Street
Kihei
$1.269M (FS)

Built in 2003, the two-story, 4-bedroom, 3-bath home (plus an ohana) just received extensive designer upgrades: new maple hardwood floors, new carpet, and new stainless steel appliances. From your large private second story lanai, enjoy the sunrise from Haleakala and the sunset in the blue Pacific Ocean. The ohana, which also has its own washer and dryer, is perfect for guests or an office, or can be rented out for additional income.


628-D Wainee Street
Lahaina
$1.45M (FS)

This wonderful 2 story home with detached cottage, a block away from Front Street, and Lahaina Town. New wood flooring, carpet, tile, and, window covering. Property to be sold as-is. Remodeled cottage, extension, closed up deck, and carport may not conform to Maui county code. $6200/month in rental income.


315 So. Ulukoa Place
Kaanapali
$2.1M (FS)

Great views from this Kaanapali Golf Estates home on a secluded cul-de-sac location. Built by a local contractor with quality construction and excellent attention to detail throughout the house. The upper level of the house has a beautiful ocean view and contains the entry area, living, dining, kitchen and master suite. The lower level has two bedrooms and baths, a family area with bar and an infinity pool with waterfall, spa and large lanai area just outside.

Homes Under $1 Million


10 Laumaewa Loop
Kihei
$525K (FS)

Cute starter home in the wonderful neighborhood of The Meadowlands. Upgraded tile flooring in kitchen/living areas, back lanai, and cozy covered front lanai. A/C in living area and bedrooms. Solar attic vent fan and solar water heater for energy efficiency. Garage with automatic opener. Great fenced backyard.


1061 Ulele Street
Makawao
$630K (FS)

This traditional style home has all living area downstairs and the three bedrooms and another bathroom upstairs. There is a beautiful large lanai off of the back of the house that looks out to the completely fenced back yard... including rock beds and an extensive variety of very mature flowers and trees. Seller has purchased another property and is moving, so we've got a motivated seller. Make offers.


1664 Kahaone Place
Kihei
$672K (FS)

Pride of ownership is evident in this renovated 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath home that sits on a totally fenced in, well maintained, corner lot. New tile, paint, air conditioners, outdoor Barbeque and more. Price reduced. Looks like a deal now. Permit pending for a non-conforming attached ohana.


306 Kawailani Circle
Kihei
$685K (FS)

$44,000 lower than the same floor plan on the same street. Updating of this fairly new home includes laminate wood flooring downstairs and remodeled bathroom upstairs, which includes new ceramic tile, vanity (granite countertop) and a additional cabinet for better use of space.


472 Kaiola Street
Kihei
$779K (FS)

Extremely well maintained investment or extended family home in a private, quiet & convenient location in North Kihei. The spacious 3 bedroom main house was recently remodeled, including kitchen & bath cabinets, new oversized bathtub, appliances, tile floors, carpeting, A/C, and French doors to a private lanai. The Ohana has tiled hallway and bath with full kitchen.


2008 Paulele Place
Kihei
$779K (FS)

Magnificent split-face concrete block property that has pride of ownership. Central AC to be cool all year. Vaulted ceilings in living, dining, & kitchen areas. Serene & private backyard with meditative water feature and fruit-bearing trees. Extra large garage with storage room, huge lanai with filtered light for outdoor living all year long.

Vacant Land


Lot 1 Luawai Street
Lahaina
$1.495M (FS)

Spectacular unobstructed ocean and mountain views. Rarely available 5-acre lot in Olowalu Mauka subdivision (only 14 lots). Open space and hiking trails abound, and only a short walk to the beach. Located in the valley above Chez Paul Restaurant, and only 5 minutes to Lahaina Town.


Lot 9 Iliahi Way
Lahaina
$1.625M (FS)

This 3.358 Acres on Mahanalua Nui Phase 4 Subdivision at Launiupoko has fabulous unobstructed ocean and mountain views. Lot 9 is in the middle up on the top near the mountain. Included is the architect plans for a 1000 sq ft cottage. Lot allows a 1000 sq ft cottage, a barn, and the house of your dream. There are less expensive lots for sale, but if you want the best, this is the one. Also, the sellers are motivated, so make an offer.

Vacation Condos Under $1 Million


Kauhale Makai #129
Kihei
$419K (FS)

Ground floor condo with immaculate interior plus excellent rental history. Central A/C, high speed Internet and great amenities and location. Sellers are motivated.


Kihei Holiday #114
Kihei
$539K (FS)

The true meaning of a complete remodel. This unit was virtually taken down to the studs, re-designed and exquisitely remodeled. An expanded kitchen area reflects the tasteful use of granite counter tops and hardwood cabinetry and is accented by subtle recessed lighting. All appliances are brand new stainless steel top-of- the-line with an Advantium convection/microwave, new washer/dryer, new A/C, 3 new ceiling fans and all new electrical wiring throughout.

Residential Condos Under $500K


Southpointe #23-106
Kihei
$338K (FS)

Price reduced to $338K (not changed in computer yet). Great starter home. Clean and upgraded with spacious yard. Month to month tenant paying $1200/month would like to stay. Best priced downstairs condo at Southpointe...below market value. Price is firm. Listor/Owner.


Kehalani Gardens #2205
Wailuku
$495K (FS)

Brand new model never lived in. Fabulous 3 Bedroom/2.5 Bath Townhouse Condo comes fully furnished. Quality G.E. appliances including refrigerator, oven stove & microwave hood, washer, dryer, and dishwasher. Also has Berber carpeting, ceramic tile flooring, lime stone matted finish colored Formica kitchen countertops, Cultured marble bathroom counter top, Central A/C, and fenced yard. Listor/Owner.


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