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Issue 362 |
February 9th, 2010
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Market Update
Did you know that you can take advantage of the Homebuyer Tax Credit even if you are not a first time home buyer?
The tax credit which was set to expire on November 30, 2009 has been extended to April 30, 2010, and it has also been expanded to include existing homeowners. Read more.
There is good news in paradise. The market is heating up with sales of homes in January 2010 up 48% over the previous year. Read more.
Have a wonderful week!
Mahalo Nui Loa,
The Smith Team
P.S. Don't see what you are looking for. E-mail us your criteria and let us see what we can come up with. Currently, we have 6 Bank Owned Properties (REO's) that are in the pre-list stage. One of these may be perfect for you.
Gregory P. Smith R (B), Melissa Smith R (B), Ken Smith R (S), Jeremy Smith R (S)
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Market Watch for February 8th, 2010
| Active | Pending | Sold | Change |
Homes | 898 (392) | 226 (20) | 712 (96) | +8
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Condos | 1397 (258) | 234 (14) | 788 (111 | +22 |
Land | 540 (164) | 37 (9) | 119 (31) | +6
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Total | 2835 (814) | 497 (43) | 1619 (248) | +36 |
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
1070 Polipoli Road
Kula
$1.999M (FS)
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Pristine, irreplaceable Kama'aina estate in exclusive Keokea with humbling
bi-coastal views. Privately situated below Polipoli Rd., this residence combines
plantation era charm with state of the art amenities. Nearly seven acres of
rolling hills could accomodate any country life-style hobbies. Meticulous
landscaping with dramatic rock wall features along driveway and around the
house.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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3182 Kikihi Street
Wailea
$3.35M (FS)
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The sleeping giant awakes! Discover the King jewel of Kialoa. The ultimate
experience in indoor /outdoor living in this private and discrete residence. The
expansive ocean views are the absolute best views Kialoa has ever offered. This
majestic home was custom built for true single level living with king size
expansive views of the blue pacific from the 4 main living areas and master
bedroom.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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120 Pulelehua Place
Kapalua
$3.8M (FS)
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This beautiful custom built home is located on the 13th tee box of the world
renowned Kapalua Bay Golf Course. Home has 3 private suites and a huge family
room that opens to spacious deck, pool and spa with Kapalua Rock waterfall.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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64 W Mahi Pua Place
Ka'anapali
$3.995M (FS)
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This superior golf-course fronting location in The Pinnacle, Kaanapali Golf
Estate's premier subdivision, offers 4,455 interior sq. ft. of
living with exceptional ocean views and whale watching against a backdrop of the
neighboring islands. The wide-open great room features vaulted ceilings and
gourmet kitchen, travertine flooring with wood ceiling detail, and huge
disappearing pocket doors for an unobstructed path to the generous covered lanai
for island-style entertaining and poolside pleasure.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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Homes Under $1M
372 Maka Hou Loop
Wailuku
$299.9K (FS)
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Short Sale. Single story 3 bedroom 2 bath home, like new.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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77 Nahele Road
Haiku
$399K (FS) |
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Do you seek the beauty, privacy and solitude of Hana only 15 minutes from Paia
town? This 5.75 acre tropical paradise features 2 parcels, its own water supply
(a well) a cottage and a lush valley setting. The first parcel is approx. 4.5
acres and contains the cottage. The cottage is quaint but requires major TLC.
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167 L. Waiehu Beach Road
Wailuku
$567.9K (FS)
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Bank Owned. New Home and cottage on large lot across the street from ocean.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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5 Nunu Place
Kula
$950K (FS) |
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Relax and enjoy the outstanding bicoastal views from the best location in Kula
Manu. Nestled up to a private wooded area this home is a true Upcountry gem.
Finely appointed three-bedroom, three bathroom custom home. An open floor plan
with high ceilings, recessed lighting, fireplace, surround sound and amazing
windows that emphasize bicoastal views are across the front of this home.
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Vacation Condos Over $1M
Ho'olei N-5
Wailea
$2.15M (FS)
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Relax and enjoy the privacy and direct ocean views that the "N" building
provides. This 2,426 sq. ft. 3 bd. 3.5 bath offers the privacy of an upscale
residence with the ease of a condominium. Ho'olei offers a unique fusion of
tropical beauty and luxury lifestyle awaiting you in the heart of Maui's most
sought after resort area, Wailea.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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Vacation Condos Under $1M
Waipuilani #206
Kihei
$135.9K (FS) |
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Bank Owned. Oceanfront complex, lowest price unit in building. Great location close to
shopping, restaurants, and highways. Large county maintained greenbelt with 6
public tennis courts located between complex grounds and beach. Take a long
beach walk , have a picnic while watching the whales play, or windsurf out your
back yard.
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Aina Nalu J-104
Lahaina
$249.9K (FS)
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Bank Owned. 2 bd. 2 bath totally redone in 2005 with 2 pools - 1 a large saline lap pool. Custom designed
carpet, granite top, natural stone/tile showers interior waiting for your own
taste in furnishings.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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Leinaala #201
Kihei
$320K (FS) |
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Short Sale. Outstanding beach front condo. Stunning panoramic ocean and sunset views of
Lanai and west Maui mountains. Very private setting with green belt views to the
ocean. This lovely home was completely remodeled with attention to every detail.
The best materials, appliances, granite countertops, custom lighting, maple
hardwood flooring and cabinetry. Jacuzzi tub and all the amenities to call home.
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Wailea Ekolu #703
Wailea
$590K (FS) |
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Bank Owned. Ground floor 2 bd. 2 bath unit at Wailea Ekolu. Walking to beaches and Wailea shops
and restaurants. Well kept and in move in condition.
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Residential Condos
Kihei Shores E-202
Kihei
$168K (FS) |
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Bank Owned. Ground floor, end of "B" building, near the complex office and in ground
pool. Close in proximity to many amenities and just a few minutes' drive to
Ka'anapali or Front street.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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Iao Parkside 24-104
Wailuku
$174.1K (FS) |
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Bank Owned. Act now to get the best priced unit in Iao
Parkside.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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Na Hale O Makena E-301
Makena
$1.985M (FS) |
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Enjoy captivating ocean and mountain views from this fully furnished, ready to
move in 4 bd. 3.5 bath unit including
loft. Features dramatic nine foot ceilings and extended sliding glass doors that
open to a spacious lanai with an outside kitchen for entertaining. Finishes
throughout include stone tile, Berber carpet, granite countertops and a designer
kitchen.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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Vacant Land
21 Ualei Place
Makena
$2.6M (FS) |
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This is the largest lot (almost two acres), one of the best lots in One Palau’ea
Bay! With it’s huge size and sitting high above the road, it is ideal for
creating a beautiful estate with a large home, overlooking a spectacular
infinity edge pool and out to the ocean views beyond. This estate lot is also
the only lot in One Palau’ea Bay which has been approved for a tennis court,
which can be placed on the lower North section of the lot, along with a separate
dwelling.
Customer Listing Synopsis
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