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Issue 1200 | March 31st, 2026
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In this newsletter:
Market Update Market Watch Homes
Over $1M Homes
Under $1M Vacation Condos
Over $1M Vacation Condos
Under $1M Residential Condos
Over $1M Residential Condos
Under $1M Vacant Land
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Oceanfront Makena Escape
Makena Surf # B103
Makena
$4.650M (FS)
Welcome to one of the most coveted locations at Makena Surf - B103 - a spectacular two-bedroom, two-bath, 1,510 square foot, ground floor unit sitting just above the sand on one of Maui's most beautiful and secluded beaches, providing an exceptional blend of privacy, security, and natural beauty! This highly desired unit in this gated community offers breathtaking ocean views that stretch across Kaho'olawe, Molokini, Lana'i, and the West Maui Mountains!
Listing Details
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Building from the Ground Up: A Look Inside Maui’s New Department of Housing
Aloha!
As the Maui County Council dives into its annual budget deliberations, all eyes are on the newly minted Department of Housing. Since its official launch on July 1, 2024, the department has been under the microscope, recently facing a pre-budget scrutiny session led by Council Member Nohelani U’u-Hodgins and the Housing and Land Use Committee.
Housing Director Richard Mitchell isn't shying away from the question on everyone's mind: “How many units have we built?” While the administrative heavy lifting of "standing up" a brand-new county department is often invisible, the data suggests the team is already hitting its stride.
A Closer Look at Key Projects
Three major developments are currently spearheading the effort to bring much-needed inventory to the island:
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Kaiāulu o Kūku‘ia (Lahaina): A 200-unit cornerstone of West Maui’s recovery, featuring Hawaiʻi’s first Bezos Academy, a tuition-free, Montessori-inspired preschool on-site.
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Kaulana Mahina (Wailuku): A 195-unit "workforce housing" community for residents earning between 60% and 120% of the Area Median Income (AMI), complete with a gym and pool.
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Hale O Piʻikea (Kīhei): A multi-phase project serving families and seniors, with 97 units specifically for kūpuna (ages 55+) located within walking distance of essential services.
The "Invisible" Work: Decluttering and Databasing
Director Mitchell was candid about the administrative mountain his team inherited. Separating from the Department of Housing and Human Concerns meant tackling decades of backlog:
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Audit & Discovery: The team unearthed over 100 residential workforce housing agreements and a mountain of housing credit documents that had never been digitized.
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The "Great Clean-Out": Staff processed 150 banker’s boxes and 154 steel filing cabinets—some containing files dating back to 1971.
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Staffing Up: The department has grown from 37 to 47 members to meet the county’s high expectations.
Financial Impact and Policy Shifts
Housing Programs Administrator Cassiopia Yamashita reported that for the 2026 fiscal year, $68.6 million in affordable housing funds is currently assisting 16 different projects, supporting a total of 959 units.
Looking ahead, the department is pushing for policy changes to accelerate development. Mitchell expressed strong support for Bill 48, which recently passed its first reading. If fully adopted, this measure would:
As Mayor Richard Bissen prepares the proposed fiscal 2027 budget, the message from the Department of Housing is clear: they aren't just "standing up" anymore—they are running.
Mahalo Nui Loa,
Ken Smith R(S), Melissa Smith R(B), and Gregory P Smith R(B)
The Smith Team
P.S. Department of Housing seeks applications for Experimental and Demonstration Housing Projects
Market Watch
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Active |
Pending |
Sold |
Change |
| Homes |
437 (382) |
112 (85) |
732 (534) |
-16 |
| Condos |
912 (342) |
106 (29) |
722 (206) |
-3 |
| Land |
207 (79) |
18 (4) |
150 (46) |
-6 |
| Total |
1556 (803) |
236 (118) |
1604 (786) |
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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 2026
February 2026
Market Statistics
Updated list of all bank-owned and short-sale properties:
Bank-owned
Short sale
Homes Over $1M
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886 Mahealani St
Kihei
$1.049M (FS)
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Located in desirable Piilani Village Phase 1 in South Kihei, this charming single-level home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and island living. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with approximately 1,336 square feet of interior living space, 2-car garage, this residence sits on a generous lot of over 6,200 sq ft.
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50 Uakoko Pl
Haiku
$1.849M (FS)
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Haiku Mauka Oceanview Home on 2 fenced Acres! Two story Plantation Style inspired living with flexible floor plan: Upstairs 3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms and a large ocean facing lanai. Downstairs features a Bonus private entrance studio bedroom + full bath and wet bar. Ideal for possible income, or room for guests and extended family.
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1350 Naalae Rd
Kula
$2.495M (FS)
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Perched in Maui’s coveted KULA Community, this exceptional estate (encompassing the MAIN HOME, DETACHED STUDIO, DETACHED BATH HOUSE & 864 SF BARN / WORKSHOP ) captures the essence of island luxury—where fine craftsmanship, natural beauty, and thoughtful design meet.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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Homes Under $1M
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1002 Kauhikoa Rd
Haiku
$925K (FS)
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North Shore Gem. Great opportunity to own a home in Haiku! Kauhikoa Hale is a community of 7 residential CPR homes located on a 3.5-Acre parcel. Experience the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience. Nestled in the lush greenery of Haiku, this charming residential condo offers a peaceful sanctuary just minutes away from the vibrant energy of the North Shore beaches and Paia Town.
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6 Kahope Pl
Haiku
$977K (FS)
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Welcome to this beautifully renovated single-story home featuring a spacious kitchen and living room designed for comfortable everyday living and effortless entertaining. Down the hallway are three bedrooms and a bathroom. A privately situated fourth bedroom featuring its own entrance, living space, wet bar, and bathroom offers a versatile extension of the home.
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27 Nokekula St
Wailuku
$999K (FS)
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Now $999,000 – Great Price Improvement in Waikapu Gardens! Exceptional value for this single-level 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in one of Central Maui’s most desirable neighborhoods. Vaulted ceilings create a bright, open living and dining space, while central A/C and a photovoltaic system provide year-round comfort and energy efficiency.
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Vacation Condos Over $1M
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Mahana # 109
Lahaina
$1.979M (FS)
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A very rare location at the Mahana, a direct oceanfront, corner ground floor 2 bed/2 bath condominium. This luxury condo is truly one of a kind offering an extra sense of privacy on this quiet, corner location, surrounded by tropical gardens for a peaceful and serene atmosphere. Just 30 feet from the sandy beach to enjoy a 2-mile stretch to Black Rock, snorkel, swim, boogie board, surf or kick back and relax in the sun. No elevators to contend with.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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Wailea Elua I A # 2012
Wailea
$2.950M (FS)
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Welcome to Wailea Elua, an exclusive oceanfront, hotel-zoned vacation rental set atop a lush greenbelt in prestigious Wailea. Spanning 24 acres of tropical paradise, this sought-after community offers an unparalleled blend of luxury, serenity, and income potential in South Maui. This rare second-floor 1-bedroom, 2-bathroom condominium is your gateway to breathtaking sunsets and front-row whale watching from your expansive covered lanai.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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Hoolei # E5
Wailea
$4.999M (FS)
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Special properties like Ho’olei Villa 99-5 rarely become available. A premier top-row, turn-key townhome with one of the best locations in the entire community! When you get up to the 4th tier of the Ho'olei neighborhood, you can see clearly over the Grand Wailea Resort and the Four Seasons Wailea. With the 180-degree view, gorgeous sunsets are enjoyed year-round.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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Wailea Beach Villas # PH503
Wailea
$6.795M (FS)
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Enormous Ocean and Outer Island Views from this stunning, rarely available TOP FLOOR 3bedroom/3bathroom fully furnished Penthouse at Wailea Beach Villas. A tranquil, remodeled, and spacious turnkey offering boasting dramatic views, seamless indoor and outdoor living on a large entertaining lanai and unique materials and upgrades throughout.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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Vacation Condos Under $1M
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Kihei Bay Surf # B -120
Kihei
$295K (FS)
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Don’t let the square footage fool you this studio delivers a full dose of tropical charm. Located in the boutique Kihei Bay Surf community, just across from Kalepolepo Beach Park, the unit offers a seamless blend of comfort, style, and convenience. Inside, you’ll find a thoughtfully designed space featuring a mix of tile and wood flooring throughout, granite countertops, and a kitchen equipped with a range and oven, and microwave perfect for preparing everything from quick bites to island-inspired meals.
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Kalama Terrace # L-204
Kihei
$299K (FS)
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PENDING - CONT. TO SHOW
Welcome to this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo located in the desirable Kalama Terrace complex. This fully furnished unit offers a perfect blend of comfort and style, making it ideal for full-time living, a vacation getaway, or a rental investment. The kitchen features a newer gas stove and refrigerator, along with beautiful granite countertops and updated wood cabinetry.
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Paki Maui I II # 318
Lahaina
$385K (FS)
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Welcome to Paki Maui #318, your perfect opportunity to own a condo in this popular oceanfront community where you can savor the comfort, convenience and carefree lifestyle of island living. Relax in the shade of the covered lanai, nestled amongst the verdant palm fronds, and listen to the soothing sounds of the waterfall cascading into the Koi pond in the courtyard garden oasis.
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Luana Kai # B309
Kihei
$899K (FS)
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Luxuriate in the serenity of Island-Style Living at the highly sought-after Luana Kai Resort in sunny South Maui. Find yourself in a tropical paradise, as you enter into this tastefully-remodeled 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo with exquisite views. High vaulted ceilings make this third-floor lofted condo feel spacious, open and airy.
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Maui Kamaole # C208
Kihei
$999K (FS)
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Hotel-zoned and perched on North Ka'anapali Beach, Maui Kai 506 is a beautifully remodeled oceanfront studio/1-bath offering panoramic views of Moloka'i and Lana'i. Enjoy stunning blue-water views from nearly every angle and a private lanai—perfect for morning coffee or sunset evenings with the sound of the surf below.
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Residential Condos Over $1M
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Kai Malu # 19A
Wailea
$1.995M (FS)
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Meticulously maintained 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom Ocean and Mountain View Kai Malu unit with new plush carpets upstairs, luxury vinyl floors downstairs, beautiful epoxy two car garage floor and new wi-fi garage door opener as well as new hot water heater with timer, new stainless steel refrigerator, and new lanai sunshades.
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Wailea Point I II III # 1404
Wailea
$10.500M (FS)
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Wailea Point 1404 is a front-row, 3 bedroom / 3 bath oceanfront masterpiece—an inspired blend of refined design, master craftsmanship, and timeless elegance in one of Maui’s most exclusive communities. Reimagined through an extensive, no-expense-spared renovation, this one-of-a-kind residence offers sweeping views of white sand beaches, dramatic coastline, and the neighboring islands of Molokini, Kaho‘olawe, and Lana‘i.
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Residential Condos Under $1M
Kihei Villages V # 35-204
Kihei
$399K (FS)
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Second floor unit in the well kept complex of Kihei Villages...and one of the few units with TWO FULL BATHROOMS! Situated near the perimeter of the complex with no buildings behind! Priced to move quickly. This is an REO Listing.
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Villas at Kahana Ridge # 311
Napili
$574K (FS)
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Welcome home to single-level living in West Maui! This ground-floor 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit at the Villas at Kahana Ridge offers true step-free access with no stairs. It features a uniquely private setting that is positioned below neighboring buildings, ensuring added seclusion. Two assigned parking stalls make everyday life convenient.
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Kihei Shores # E104
Kihei
$599K (FS)
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This rare, ground-floor, single-level 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo in South Maui's desirable Kihei Shores community offers the perfect blend of luxury, convenience, and island living. Spanning 1,035 sq. ft., this spacious unit has been thoughtfully remodeled in 2023 and is move-in ready, complete with furnishings.
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Haleakala Gardens # 12E
Kihei
$675K (FS)
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Welcome to Haleakala Gardens, a pet-friendly complex just one block from the ocean and steps to Kalepolepo Beach and Waipulani Beach Park. Nestled in lush tropical landscaping, this top-floor, garden-view unit in Building 12 offers peace and privacy with a beautifully remodeled interior. This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home features soaring vaulted ceilings and a thoughtful full renovation from top to bottom.
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Kamani at Kehalani # 138
Wailuku
$865K (FS)
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Everything you need at an outstanding value, this modern newly upgraded home awaits you in the primely located, highly sought after neighborhood Kamani at Kehalani. This exquisitely appointed 3bd/2.5 bath spacious townhome is 1465 sq. ft w/a peekaboo ocean view from the upstairs balcony!
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Masters # 1803
Lahaina
$998K (FS)
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Beautiful remodeled single level 2-bedroom 2-bath unit with no interior stairs. This unit is one of the rare locations requiring only a few steps down from the parking lot to the front door. Enjoy stylish indoor-outdoor living, enhanced with 3 split air conditioning units, remodeled bathrooms and a remodeled kitchen for entertaining with 2 ovens.
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Vacant Land
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0 Haleakala Hwy
Kula
$699K (FS)
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Located on Ponimoi Place, a quiet county right-of-way with only a handful of nearby homes, Unit B of a 2 unit CPR at Ohia Lehua offers 1.48 acres of wide-open Upcountry living with expansive bi-coastal and three-island ocean views, Haleakala vistas, and warm sunset color that sweeps across the landscape.
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