The Coconut Grove on Kapalua Bay: A Maui Real Estate Market Update, 2016

Kapalua Bay is one of Maui's most loved beaches, known for it's beautiful coral reef, calm waters, and perfect sandy crescent beach.  The much loved restaurant, Merriman's sits at the south end of the beach, on a rocky point that is a perfect spot to watch sunset at their very popular Happy Hour.  At the north end of the bay is the Montage Residences, Kapalua Bay, which is home to the Beach Club, a lovely little restaurant, pool and bar that is open to both Montage residents and guests, as well as Kapalua Club members.

Nestled between these two properties is the 10+ acre beach front enclave of The Coconut Grove on Kapalua Bay.  With just 36 condominium residences in 9

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Alaeloa: Short Term Rental Update

Alaeloa is one of Maui's best kept secrets.  This secluded, gated community of just 42 residences is nestled along West Maui's shore complete with a mango grove and oceanfront pool. Built in 1964, this charming enclave of cottages and duplexes in a residential community, has been called the "Pebble Beach of the Pacific" and has been a much loved vacation destination over the years.  

Maui County defines anything under 180 days as a short term or a transient vacation rental, which is typically not permitted in Residential Districts. Enter the recent question of vacation rentals at Alaeloa:

Maui County Code allows for TVR's in residentially zoned planned developments consisting solely of duplexes or

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The trend in architecture here on Maui for the past few years has been to create living spaces that open to embrace the outdoors--whether it be pocketing doors to open to spacious lanais, outdoor kitchens, or garden showers.

As featured in Island Sotheby's International Realty's article, The Best of Maui Indoor Outdoor Living, two of our listings are showcased for their seamless integration of tropical gardens, tropical breezes, and magnificent views into the living spaces.

199 Plantation Club Drive in the Plantation Estates features pocketing sliding glass doors in the dining and living rooms, giving way to a spacious lanai and an infinity edged pool.  The outdoor kitchen is a grill-master's delight.  Ideal for entertaining, the lanai offers

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Maui Real Estate Market Spotlight |  West Maui Oceanfront Homes
Olowalu to Kapalua

West Maui, which stretches from Olowalu to Kapalua, naturally has a very limited number of oceanfront homes unlike other coastal areas of the island.  A majority of the oceanfront homes here are on rocky beaches or points, and only a handful are located on the beaches in Olowalu, Lahaina, Kaanapali, Kahana, Napili and Kapalua.  

Maui Oceanfront Homes:

West Maui Oceanfront and Beachfront Homes | Market Overview
Active Listings: 4
Price Range: $9,895,000 to $20,000,000  
Average List Price: $15,646,250
Average Days on Market: 393
Average LP $/Sq. Ft.: $2,807

Pending Sales: 2
Price Range: $5,850,000 to $12,800,000
Average List Price: $9,325,000
Average Days on

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Kapalua Residential Real Estate Market Update

The Kapalua Resort offers many real estate ownership options to prospective buyers--everything from condos to homes, and even fractional ownership Residences at Kapalua Bay.  The following is a market overview for each market segment during the time period through today's posting.

Kapalua Homes:

Pineapple Hill and Pineapple Hill Estates
Active Listings: 12
Price Range: $2,150,000 to $6,300,000
Average List Price: $3,537,791
Average LP/Sq. Ft.: $821
Average DOM: 258
Size Range: 3,522 sq. ft. to 8,172 sq. ft.

Pending Sales: 0

Sales 2016 YTD: 6
Price Range: $2,150,000 to $2,700,000
Average Sales Price: $2,353,333
Average SP/Sq. Ft.: $670
Average DOM: 275

Sales 2015 YTD: 7
Price Range: $1,975,000 to

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Alaeloa Maui
New Listing and Market Update

Alaeloa is truly one of Maui's hidden gems...an enclave of just 42 residences on 13 acres, this private, gated community is situated on a private oceanfront cove in Napili.  Through a large mango grove there is direct access to a crescent beach and the surf break at Little Makaha.  Along the ocean is a large heated saline pool, along with a relaxing Pavilion with kitchen, bathrooms and showers, kayak and board storage areas. 

The oceanfront pool at Alaeloa

Introducing Alaeloa 40

This two bedroom, two bathroom condominium residence is one of only two townhouse units on property.  The two story floor plan provides views from both levels, and has been extensively refurbished and beautifully

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Kapalua Real Estate: Mid-Year Market Spotlight 2016 Q1-2

The Kapalua Resort offers many options to prospective buyers--everything from condos to homes, and even fractional ownership Residences at Kapalua Bay.  The following is a market overview for each market segment as of this posting with sales statistics through June 30, 2016:

Kapalua Homes:

Active Listings: 25 (up 3 from the first quarter)
Price Range: $2,350,000 to $17,600,000
Average List Price: $4,825,364
Size Range: 3,390 sq. ft. to 8,179 sq. ft.

Pending Sales: 3
Price Range: $5,200,000 to $13,200,000
Average Listing Price: $8,133,333

Sales Through 2016 Q2: 9
Price Range: $2,150,000 to $6,470,000
Average Sales Price: $3,376,666

Sales Through 2016 Q2: 8
Average Sales

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