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Introducing Kapalua Bay Villas 35B2: oceanfront living in Kapalua

Kapalua Bay Villas for Sale

This is a rare offering of an oceanfront Kapalua Bay Villa located along the spectacular Kapalua coast.  This spacious one bedroom, two bathroom townhouse floor plan is situated overlooking Hāwea Point.  It has been beautifully renovated with thoughtful attention to detail.

Kapalua Bay Villas condo for saleAt the Kapalua Bay Villas, the bridge-level townhouse floor plan is coveted as it offers ocean views from both the upstairs and downstairs living spaces. 

Kapalua Bay Villas condo for saleDownstairs the kitchen, living room and lanai are oriented to the view.  Upstairs, the spacious bedroom suite and upstairs lanai have views of the ocean and outer island of Moloka'i. 

Kapalua Bay Villas condo for saleThe first thing that grabbed the owner's attention was the view of

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KAPALUA MARKET UPDATE: 2022 Year in Review

Kapalua Condominiums

Kapalua Condominiums:  2017-2022

Kapalua is home to several different condominium communities, with offerings ranging from one to four-bedroom condominiums.  The Kapalua Bay Villas, Kapalua Ironwoods, The Coconut Grove on Kapalua Bay, the Montage Residences Kapalua Bay and the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua Residences are all oceanfront properties nestled along the Kapalua Resort's spectacular shoreline.  The Kapalua Ridge Villas and Kapalua Golf Villas both are located on the Kapalua Bay Course with ocean and golf course views.

Kapalua Condo Sales

Key Stats by Community

How does the market in 2022 stack up for each community when compared with prior years?

Coconut Grove on Kapalua Bay

Coconut Grove Kapalua Sales

In 2022, there were

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Spotlight on the Hawai'i Land Trust:

The Hawai'i Land Trust's popular annual Buy Back the Beach event is sold out, but you can participate remotely in supporting this incredible organization in their online auction. Bidders can choose from everything from local artwork and luxury goods from local designers to experiences like a private chef's tasting and helicopter adventures.

Bidding is now live:
https://hilt2023.ggo.bid/bidding/package-browse

Or you can volunteer for an upcoming workday in one of their sites on Maui, Kauai or Oahu

REGISTER AND COMPLETE A WAIVER FOR AN UPCOMING WORKDAY ON THE HILT.ORG WEBSITE

Waiheʻe Coastal Dunes & Wetlands Refuge, Maui 
Every Friday AND Third Saturday
Upcoming Saturday Volunteer Day: January 21st at 8

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2023 Sotheby's Luxury Outlook Report

Sotheby's International Realty has released its Luxury Real Estate Outlook Report for 2023, which provides insights into luxury real estate markets around the globe, issues with the supply chain, inventory, and guidance such as How to Sell a High End Home During Any Type of Market.  The report provides valuable observations for Maui's real estate market, particularly in the resort areas, where there was a significant change over in ownership in 2021.  There were fewer sales in 2022, which was not unexpected, as available inventory decreased dramatically.

Here is a snapshot of some of the key takeaways from the report:
  • Strong Appeal for Luxury Properties, Despite Interest Rate Hikes
    Despite interest rate increases, luxury buyers
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KAPALUA MARKET UPDATE: December 6, 2022

Pineapple Hill Lot for Sale

Featured Listing: 322 Cook Pine Drive is a lot listed in Pineapple Hill

Kapalua Condominiums, Homes and Land

Kapalua Condominiums

Kapalua is home to several different condominium communities, with offerings ranging from one to four-bedroom condominiums.  The Kapalua Bay Villas, Kapalua Ironwoods, The Coconut Grove on Kapalua Bay, the Montage Residences Kapalua Bay and the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua Residences are all oceanfront properties nestled along the Kapalua Resort's spectacular shoreline.  The Kapalua Ridge Villas and Kapalua Golf Villas both are located on the Kapalua Bay Course with ocean and golf course views.

How does the market through December 6, 2022 stack up for each community?

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THE RITZ-CARLTON MAUI KICKS OFF THE HOLIDAYS WITH TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY ON DECEMBER 2, 2022     Ritz Carlton Kapalua Tree Lighting CeremonyPhoto courtesy of the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua   To kick off the holiday season and celebrate its 30th anniversary, The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua is proud to host a special Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, Dec. 2 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.     Guests will be delighted by the resort’s handcrafted gingerbread house and Santa’s grand arrival, then enjoy live music by Hawaiian legend Henry Kapono, keiki hula dancing, photos with Santa, a holiday craft fair, and the much-anticipated lighting of the trees.    “We are thrilled to welcome in the festive season and celebrate our milestone 30th anniversary with our guests, families, and local…
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Maui Real Estate Statistics October 2022

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

"Existing home sales declined nationwide for the eighth consecutive month, falling 1.5% as of last measure, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), with sales down nearly 24% from the same period last year. Pending home sales also declined, dropping 10.9% month-to-month, exceeding economists’ expectations. Stubbornly high inflation and soaring borrowing costs have eroded buyer purchasing power and have caused the market to cool rapidly this year.

New Listings decreased 15.3 percent for Single Family homes and 50.0 percent for Condominium homes. Pending Sales decreased 52.4 percent for Single Family homes and 54.0

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Kapalua Resort, Maui: residential market update

Pineapple Hill Kapalua Home for SaleFeatured: 222 Crestview, a home for sale in Pineapple Hill, is listed by Courtney M. Brown

Kapalua Homes for Sale: Active and Pending Listings

Kapalua is comprised of several distinct communities, yet all flow together due to strong architectural and design guidelines: Pineapple Hill & Pineapple Hill Estates, Mahana Estates, Honolua Ridge, Plantation Estates Phases I and II, and Kapalua Place.  There are also three homes on oceanfront points within the Resort that aren't a part of a formal subdivision.

At the time of this post, there are just seven active listings and no pending sales.

Kapalua Homes for Sale:

Kapalua Homes for Sale 11.22

Homes for sale in Kapalua range from $4,250,0000 to $41,900,000.  They

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KAANAPALI RESIDENTIAL MARKET UPDATE: Q3 2022 

Lanikeha Homes for Sale

Kaanapali Resort Residential Communities

Kaanapali Homes

Kaanapali is home to several different residential communities, with offerings running from smaller home sites to large acreage, and from Mauka to Makai.   Located on Kahekili is the Kai Ala Drive development with just six oceanfront parcels.  The remainder of the residential developments are Mauka of the highway: the Kaanapali Hillside, Royal Kaanapali Estates, Kaanapali Vista, Kaanapali Golf Estates, and Kaanapali Coffee Farms.  Within the Kaanapali Golf Estates are smaller subsections including the Pinnacle, Kahua Kai, Summit and Lanikeha. 

Kaanapali Home Sales through Q3 2022

How does the market through the end of the third quarter of 2022 stack up for each

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KAANAPALI CONDOMINIUM MARKET UPDATE: Q3 2022 Kaanapali Condos for Sale

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.

Kaanapali Condo Sales 

How does the market through the end of the third quarter of 2022 stack up for each community?

A FIVE-YEAR OVERVIEW

Honua Kai: All Buildings

Honua Kai Condo Sales

International Colony Club

International Colony Club Sales History

Kaanapali Alii

Kaanapali Alii Condo Sales History

Kaanapali Plantation

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