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Aloha ,
Market Update
Living on Maui, one of my favorite family activities to do on the weekend is surfing. My husband and fellow team member, Greg is an avid surfer and has what I would call a
"PhD in surfing". He tells me that there's no better feeling than riding in the tube of a wave. For those of us that are beginner surfers, I would recommend getting private surf lessons here on Maui. You could contact Tide or Kiva Rivers from "Rivers to the Sea" surf school. According to Frommer's, they are "one of the best surf schools on Maui". They do private one on one, semi private, and family surf lessons. Some of their clients include celebrities such as Zac Efron, Jake Gyllenhall, Woody Harrelson, and etc. Feel free to visit their website at www.riverstothesea.com to book a reservation.
If you do not want a private lesson, you could always rent a surfboard or a paddle board from Hawaiian Island Surf and Sport. They are located on 415 Dairy Road across from Kmart and close to the airport. They have the biggest selection of stand up paddle boards, surfboards, equipment for kite surfing, windsurfing, and snorkeling. To find out more information, visit www.hawaiianisland.com. It would be a great option to rent instead of bringing a surfboard from home.
For beginner surfers wanting to find gentle waves to ride, you could go to Guardrails located on Mile Market 19 off Highway 30 (Honoapiilani Highway). The Cove Beach Park on South Kihei Road is one of my favorite surf spots for my family. My 4 1/2 year old daughter is able to stand on a surfboard on her own there.
For advanced surfers, Hookipa Beach Park located at Mile 9 on Hana Highway is one of the best places to go to for ocean sports. It's also a world renowned spot for windsurfing. This is a great beach to visit if you want to watch some of the best surfers when the waves are big.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Melissa for The Smith Team
Ken, Melissa, Greg, and Jeremy
P.S. Don't forget to file your Annual Return and Reconciliation of General Excise / Use Tax Return for 2013 if you had to pay for any GE taxes last year. Visit http://www.state.hi.us/tax/a1_b2_1geuse.htm. Also, your GE taxes for December 2013 are due by January 20th.
Gregory P. Smith R (B), Melissa Smith R (B), Ken Smith R (S), Jeremy Smith R (S)
Market Watch for January 14th , 2014
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Active
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Pending
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Sold
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Change
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Homes
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549 (290)
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205 (32)
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980 (164)
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+4 |
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Condos
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723 (181)
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224 (18)
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1354 (175)
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Land
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374 (122)
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37 (4)
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222 (28)
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+9
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Total
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1646 (593)
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466 (54)
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2556 (367)
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+13
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1. The numbers in parentheses reflect the number of listings over $1M
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.
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Homes Over $1M
20 Pulehunui Road
Kula
$1.395M (FS)
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Big lower Kula views on 2 acres with a beautiful house built in 2007 and an older cottage.
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3100 N Noho Loihi Way
Wailea
$1.5M (FS)
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This house offers good value in the current market. The house boasts photovoltaic electric, pool, spa, quiet and private cul de sac location at the top of the street, lush and manicured landscaping, ocean, mountain, and horizon views, and a spotless presentation. Inside you will enjoy rich wood, tile, and carpeted flooring, and an open floor plan.
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2455 Waipua Street
Spreckelsville
$1.895M (FS)
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Fabulous, comfortable "Sprecks" home with many extras including photovoltaic system, a personal putting green, a den with pocket doors to create a home theater experience, a converted garage for studio or office, a generous desk/work space in the laundry room, an outdoor living space over looking the golf course.
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Homes Under $1M
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55 Kalolo Place
Kihei
$525K (FS)
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Fenced in poolside privacy and a short walk to the beach are just two of the many features that make this property a Kihei standout. Outdoor living is central to the design and planning of this smartly conceived 3 bedroom house with ohana at the end of a quiet cul de sac.
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45 Lehuapueo Place
Waikapu
$575K (FS)
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Well maintained single story home in Waikapu. Easy access to highway. Home can be divided so mother in law quarters can be a separate living area. Home has a very large garage that may accommodate 4-6 cars.
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33 Uahaa Place
Wailuku
$625K (FS)
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This large 3 bd. 2.5 bath home had the family area downstairs closed into a 4th bedroom at construction. The seller had the back yard dug out and a retaining wall installed giving it a great space in the back yard, larger than most. Enjoy the ocean views of the Kahului side of Maui from you lanai.
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271 Nalani Street
Pukalani
$649K (FS)
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This house borders the Pukalani Golf course giving it green views of the fairway and beyond. The front of the house overlooks the street with the West Maui Mountains in full view with ocean views.
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28 Lanipo Place
Kahului
$675K (FS)
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This 3 bd. 2 bath single story home is located in The Island at Maui Lani. Open views of Haleakala and the West Maui mountains. Safe and beautiful environment in a gated community.
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Vacation Condos Over $1M
Ho'olei L-5
Wailea
$2.695M (FS)
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One of the best views in the entire neighborhood. This beautiful town home has never been rented, and is in absolute immaculate condition. Fully equipped with a state of the art electronics system, and offered completely furnished. Enjoy gorgeous sunsets year round! Relax with the comfort and ability to "lock and go" while at the same time enjoy the comforts of a condominium designed to feel like a stand- alone residence. The Maile floor plan seamlessly blends indoor/outdoor living that flows throughout the entire residence.
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Vacation Condos Under $1M
Wailana Kai #104
Kihei
$230K (FS)
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This 1 bd. 1 condo across the street from the beach tucked away on a quiet cul de sac.
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Kihei Ali'i Kai D-307
Kihei
$349K (FS)
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Kihei Ali'i Kai is one of the most sought after condominium complexes in South Maui. This 1 bd. 1 bath unit is located in the D building in the back of the complex with easy access to the unit by elevator or one flight of stairs. Ocean views from the lanai and so close to the beach you can hear the waves at night.
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Island Sands #500
Ma'alaea
$499K (FS)
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Seller is motivated; he is doing a 1031 Reverse Exchange and absolutely must close by 2-4-14. Will look at all offers.
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Residential Condos
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Kihei Villages 23-204
Kihei
$215K (FS)
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Great opportunity to own a 2 bd. 2 bath unit at Kihei Villages. This is currently the only unit for sale in Kihei Villages with 2 full bathrooms. The washer / dryer set were purchased last year. There is an air conditioning unit in the living room.
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Iliahi at Kehalani 19D
Wailuku
$375K (FS)
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Nicely appointed end unit with ocean views from the master bedroom. Walking distance to the new school and Maui Lani Shopping center.
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Vacant Land
10 Kai Ala Drive
Ka'anapali
$6.5M (FS)
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More beachfront land for less money. Less than half the price per square foot of the other beachfront parcels available today. Compare and grab this great value for over an acre on Ka’anapali Beach.
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