1. Introduction & Geographic Overview Located along the northwest coastline of Maui, Napili occupies a distinctive niche within West Maui’s residential and resort landscape. Centered around Napili Bay and stretching inland toward Honoapiʻilani Highway, Napili offers a blend of low-rise condominium resorts, modest single-family neighborhoods, and proximity to the luxury enclaves of Kapalua to the...
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1. Introduction & Geographic Overview Positioned at the southernmost edge of South Maui, Makena represents one of the most exclusive and geographically constrained residential enclaves on Maui. Bordering the master-planned luxury community of Wailea to the north and extending toward La Perouse Bay and the slopes of Haleakalā to the east, Makena is defined by expansive oceanfront estates, limited...
1. Introduction & Geographic Overview Located along the sun-drenched southern coastline of Maui, Wailea stands as one of Hawaii’s most carefully master-planned luxury resort communities. Developed beginning in the 1970s as a premier destination anchored by world-class resorts, championship golf courses, and meticulously maintained residential enclaves, Wailea represents the pinnacle of South Maui...
1. Introduction & Geographic Overview Situated along the slopes of Haleakalā in Upcountry Maui, Kula represents one of the island’s most distinctive residential markets. Perched at elevations ranging from approximately 1,500 to over 4,000 feet, Kula offers expansive bi-coastal ocean views, cooler temperatures, agricultural land, and a rural character that differentiates it from coastal resort...
1. Introduction & Geographic Overview Located along the north-central shoreline of Maui, Kahului functions as the commercial and logistical heart of the island. Unlike the resort-driven markets of Wailea, Kaanapali, or Kapalua, Kahului is defined by year-round residential demand, government offices, medical facilities, retail centers, schools, and transportation infrastructure. The presence of...
1. Introduction & Geographic Overview Paia is one of Maui’s most distinctive coastal communities, located on the island’s North Shore between Kahului and Haiku. Historically rooted in plantation agriculture and later shaped by surf culture and boutique tourism, Paia represents a micro-market that operates differently from resort-driven regions such as Wailea or Kaanapali. Its limited housing...
Introduction & Geographic Overview The real estate market in Ulupalakua represents one of Maui’s most unique agricultural and ranch-style residential environments. Located in Upcountry Maui along the slopes of Haleakalā, Ulupalakua is characterized by large land parcels, ranch estates, agricultural zoning, and limited residential density. The market is strongly influenced by lifestyle...
Introduction & Geographic Overview The Kaanapali real estate market represents one of Maui’s most globally recognized resort residential environments. Located along the West Maui coastline between Lahaina and Napili, Kaanapali is defined by resort zoning, luxury condominium inventory, oceanfront estates, golf course communities, and strong tourism-driven housing demand. The market is anchored...
The real estate market in Wailuku represents the economic and governmental center of Maui’s housing ecosystem. Unlike resort-oriented coastal communities, Wailuku is primarily a residential and workforce housing market driven by local employment stability, government services, healthcare employment, and Central Maui commerce. Between 2020 and 2026, Wailuku real estate has demonstrated steady...
Located along the shoreline between Kaanapali and Napili, Kahana represents one of West Maui’s most investment-oriented and oceanfront-accessible real estate markets. Known primarily for its concentration of condominium complexes, many of which allow short-term vacation rentals, Kahana occupies a distinctive position within the broader Maui housing landscape. From 2020 through 2026, the Kahana real...