Issue 1153 | May 7th, 2025
Aloha ,
Why it is a good time to buy Maui Real Estate Now?
As we move further into 2025, the question on many people’s minds is: Is now a good time to buy property on Maui? The answer—backed by current trends and local market data—is a confident yes.
While national markets fluctuate and interest rates remain a hot topic, Maui's real estate market offers a unique mix of stability, opportunity, and lifestyle appeal that continues to draw serious buyers. In April, single-family home sales climbed, and median prices saw a healthy 6% year-over-year increase, signaling strong demand and resilience. Areas like Kahului and Pukalani are gaining momentum, with properties staying on the market longer—giving buyers more leverage than they’ve had in recent years.
Meanwhile, the condominium market is softening, with prices and sales volumes dipping—creating a rare window for value-driven buyers, especially those eyeing vacation rental potential. While short-term rental regulations continue to evolve, long-term investors who do their homework may find incredible opportunities at more favorable price points.
And in the luxury segment? The energy hasn’t slowed. High-end buyers remain active, closing multi-million-dollar deals in South and West Maui, underscoring confidence in the island’s long-term value.
Why buy now? Because Maui offers more than just a beautiful place to live—it’s a legacy investment, a lifestyle upgrade, and a chance to be part of a market that rewards patience, vision, and timing.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Ken Smith R(S), Melissa Smith R(B), and Gregory P Smith R(B)
The Smith Team
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Market Watch
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Active |
Pending |
Sold |
Change |
Homes |
433 (378) |
120 (87) |
711 (541) |
+3 |
Condos |
893 (357) |
89 (25) |
725 (299) |
-10 |
Land |
192 (81) |
31 (14) |
159 (57) |
+1 |
Total |
1518 (816) |
240 (126) |
1595 (897) |
-6 |
1. Numbers in parentheses reflect listings over $1M
2. Sold listings are for the previous 12 months
3. Change is the increase/decrease from the previous week
January 2025
February 2025
March 2025
Market Statistics
Homes Over $1M
885 Haunani Place
Wailuku
$1.1M (FS)
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This beautifully updated 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with stunning ocean views offers the perfect blend of comfort and style, ideal for a large or extended family. Featuring a spacious open-concept design with a remodeled kitchen, dining room, and living area, this home is perfect for both everyday living and entertaining.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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115 Kumula'au Ohia Loop
Wailuku
$1.495M (FS)
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This exquisite home is a true gem, showcasing countless upgrades and meticulous care throughout. From the moment you step inside, you’ll notice the thoughtful enhancements, including beautiful hardwood floors, elegant crystal chandelier and pendant lighting.
Customer Listing Synopsis Video Tour
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71 Lahaole Place
Wailuku
$1.85M (FS)
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Upon entering this home your eyes will go directly to the Superb view of the Pacific Ocean, with additional views of Haleakala & The West Maui Mountain. You will feel the open space of the vaulted ceilings and the quality appointments throughout.
Customer Listing Synopsis Video Tour
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9 Fern Place
Kahana
$2.25M (FS)
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This recently renovated 2,232 sq. ft., 4 bedroom, 3 bath luxury residence has been thoughtfully updated to blend modern comforts with contemporary style. Offered fully furnished, the home features a reverse floor plan with a remodeled kitchen on the second floor, perfect for cooking, dining, and entertaining while soaking in the panoramic views.
Customer Listing Synopsis Video Tour
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199 East Ikea Moku Place
Wailea
$2.69M (FS)
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This 3,195 sq. ft. home is perfectly positioned to capture sweeping views of the Pacific, outer islands, and Maui’s radiant southern coast. Here, life unfolds to the rhythm of the island sunrise coffee on the lanai with the ocean in view, sunset strolls along Wailea’s golden beaches, and effortless access to golf, fine dining, and boutique shopping just minutes away.
Customer Listing Synopsis Video Tour
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Homes Under $1M
641 Linekona Place
Wailuku
$888K (FS)
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This beautifully renovated 3 bedroom, 1 bath home offers 948 sq ft of usable interior space, including a spacious 260 sq ft bonus room perfect for a den, office, or additional living area. Recently updated in 2024 with sleek vaulted ceilings, recessed lighting, new appliances, a brand-new roof, and a split air conditioning system for year-round comfort, this home seamlessly blends modern living with island charm.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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138 Kupuna Street
Kihei
$894.4K (FS)
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Conveniently located and close to stores, amenities and great beaches and beach parks. This property has so much to offer.
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103 Johnson Road
Kula
$949K (FS)
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Stunning ,sweeping, Bi-coastal Ocean & Mountain views welcomes you to this meticulously maintained sweet & very charming Kula home. Gorgeous, warm inviting County-Style architecture, featuring high vaulted ceiling, numerous large windows, slider & french doors leading to lanai from every rooom.
Customer Listing Synopsis
Video Tour
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Vacation Condos Over $1M
Lauloa 209
Maalaea
$1.075M (FS)
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Fully renovated, the space feels fresh and thoughtfully designed, with wide-plank floors, solid wood cabinetry, new countertops, and split A/C in every room. From the lanai, enjoy the view looking out across Ma'alaea Bay towards Haleakala and South Maui. Inside, both bedrooms are roomy and peaceful, with the primary suite offering an ensuite bathroom and big ocean views.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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Wailea Ekolu 1705
Wailea
$1.5M (FS)
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This modern ocean-view single-level 2 bedroom, 2 bath ground-floor residence is located in Wailea Ekolu. Open-concept design with luxury gray vinyl plank flooring throughout. Stylish interior with remodeled features like beautiful white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and quartz countertops.
Customer Listing Synopsis
Video Tour
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Kapalua Ridge 2721
Kapalua
$1.395M (FS)
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This beautifully maintained 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom top floor home offers an inviting and open single-level layout with a large covered lanai, perfect for taking in sweeping ocean views that stretch from Molokai to Lanai, as well as the lush fairways of the renowned Bay Course at Kapalua.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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Wailea Ekahi 38-F
Wailea
$2.795M (FS)
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Experience Wailea living at its finest in this stunning 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom upstairs condo, offering amazing panoramic ocean views that will take your breath away. Watch year-round sunsets from the comfort of two of your three private lanais, each providing its own unique vantage point of the magnificent Pacific Oecan, Molokini, and Kaho'olawe.
Customer Listing Synopsis
Video Tour
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Vacation Condos Under $1M
Kalama Terrace L-204
Kihei
$445K (FS)
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This charming 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. This condo features a newer gas stove and refrigerator, along with granite counters in the kitchen and updated wood cabinets, tiled shower walls, and tiled floors throughout. Enjoy the view of the peaceful grounds from your covered lanai area. The unit comes fully furnished.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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Kamaole Sands 4-113
Kihei
$595K (FS)
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This turn-key unit is both a successful short-term vacation rental and a relaxing personal getaway. Experience the best of Maui living from swimming, snorkeling, and paddle boarding to sunbathing and boogie boarding all just moments from your door.
Customer Listing Synopsis
Video Tour
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Maui Vista 2216
Kihei
$600K (FS)
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This beautifully upgraded unit at Maui Vista is a must-see! Features include stunning cherry wood cabinetry, new flooring throughout, an elegant glass etched door, a fully remodeled bathroom, and a large in-unit washer and dryer. The home is being sold completely furnished - truly turnkey and ready for you.
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Kamaole Sands 7308
Kihei
$649K (FS)
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This beautifully upgraded, fully furnished unit is truly turn-key. Features include a remodeled kitchen with elegant cherry wood cabinetry and granite island, stylishly updated bathrooms, and a prime location within the complex.
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Residential Condos Over $1M
Villas at Kehalani 1102
Wailuku
$1.049M (FS)
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Offering luxury townhome living in a convenient Central Maui location. Villa is an upgraded 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome featuring stainless steel appliances, solar hot water heater, crown molding, and brand new remote-controlled custom blinds! Both bedrooms offer private en suite baths for added comfort.
Customer Listing Synopsis
Video Tour
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Wailea Fairway Villas Y-202
Wailea
$1.35M (FS)
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Stunning 2 bedroom, 2 bath upper-level furnished unit with beautiful ocean/sunset and golf course views. Remodeled in 2014, features include new window treatments, tile, new kitchen appliances, full renovations of both bathrooms toilets, sinks/faucets, countertops, shower, bath enclosure and lighting.
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Wailea Palms 2504
Wailea
$1.699M (FS)
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This beautifully updated 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom second-floor home captures serene ocean views and features luxurious upgrades throughout. The home features bamboo flooring throughout, travertine tile in the kitchen, and ceramic tile in the bathrooms.
Customer Listing Synopsis
Video Tour
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Hokulani Golf Villas 144
Kihei
$2.475M (FS)
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A stunning 4 bedroom, 3 bath home in the prestigious gated community of Hokulani Golf Villas. Perfectly situated in the heart of South Maui, this fully remodeled residence combines refined luxury with eco-conscious living, just minutes from world-renowned beaches, shopping, dining, and golf.
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Residential Condos Under $1M
Maui Gardens C-204
Kihei
$600K (FS)
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This enchanting condo offers a perfect blend of serenity and style, with two inviting bedrooms, a full bath, and a convenient half bath. The kitchen is a true delight, adorned with custom white cabinetry and elegant display shelving ideal for showcasing your favorite pieces.
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Napilihau Villages 2-102
Napili
$725K (FS)
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This move-in ready 2 bedroom 2 bath home features a newly transformed second bathroom, now a full bath with a convenient walk-in shower. Every detail has been meticulously considered, including an extra-large soaker tub in the primary bathroom and a split-zone air conditioning system with units strategically placed in the living room and both bedrooms.
Customer Listing Synopsis
Video Tour
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Vacant Land
2597 Ala Olu Place
Haiku
$389K (FS)
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Don’t miss your chance to own this hidden gem just a short stroll from the heart of Haiku town! Nestled on a peaceful, charming road whose Hawaiian name translates to “A Peaceful Path,” this nearly 1/3-acre property offers the perfect blend of seclusion and convenience. Surrounded by lush, mature trees including avocado, macadamia nut, and Surinam cherry you’ll enjoy peekaboo ocean views and the tranquility of north shore living.
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