In a micro-market such as Honua Kai, there are 'specialty' properties which stand as very unique properties - such as being one of the outer perimeter ground-floor 3 bedroom villas (i.e. Konea 151 and 150, Hokulani 101 and 102) or being one of 7 inner courtyard one bedroom units (such as Hokulani 213). Such a distinction also falls on Konea 301, which a special property on its own right.

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Konea 301 is now offered for sale with an asking price of $2.995M (presented by Maui Resort Realty), offering 1,620 square feet of interior living space and an additional 415 square feet of outdoor entertainment space. What makes Konea 301 so unique is the fact that in all of Honua Kai, only the '01' stack in Konea offers a

The consensus among Maui real estate professionals is that the market is significantly busier than it has been in several years for this time year - which is typically the lull before high season commences in mid December. And in keeping a watchful eye in the Honua Kai condo micro-market, here is our market report for the month of September:

New Listings

In the month of September, 4 units were listed for sale:

Hokulani 223 - Studio with an asking price of $725K. For many potential buyers the 'common' lanai is a concern due to the perceived lack of privacy.

Hokulani 533 - Studio with an asking price of $789K. It came on the market on 09/29 and was immediately put under contract. Studios in upper floors are a much sought-after commodity due to

In diligently studying the Honua Kai condo sales micro-market, we are often asked which are the 'best' units. Although there is a significant amount of subjectivity and personal preferences as to what makes a particular condo the 'best' in its class, there are some that beyond doubt standouts in their own niche.

As such, we would like to feature Hokulani 213 as one of the best one bedroom units in Honua Kai. As noted on the map below, the '13' stack of the Hokulani tower is the ONLY inner-courtyard stack for one bedroom units in all of Honua Kai. Being one of only 7 inner courtyard one bedroom condos makes this unit a particularly strong and unique value proposition.

Offering 700 square feet of interior living space and seamless integration

As one of the original properties to adorn the Wailea landscape, Wailea Ekahi had its choice of locations within the (then) developing master-planned resort community and many would argue (perhaps rightfully so) that Ekahi has THE most enviable beachfront location on the southern tip of Keawakapu Beach.

Built in phases starting in 1976, Wailea Ekahi consists of 295 units spread across 35 acres of immaculately landscaped tropical paradise. Phase I consists of buildings 1 through 17, Phase II is 18 through 35, and Phase III of buildings 36 through 54. With six entrances and four pools strategically located strategically throughout the property, there is a high sense of calm and privacy in this low-density property. The beach pavilion and pool are

As previously reported, there was speculation that Andaz Maui at Wailea would be adjusting pricing of its real estate offerings. Presented by the Wailea Group, this luxury resort initially offered 12 villas for sale in buildings D, E, and F. However, that left many wondering the status of the two front-row buildings, B and C. 

Contact Us for Updated Pricing Information

Now recently announced, all 7 units in buildings B and C may be offered for sale - contact us for pricing information and more details on this luxury resort and its position within the overall Wailea real estate market. There are many complexities surrounding the introduction of these villas and we aim to inform our clients with real-time information on which to base purchase

Honua Kai Studios

With diverse offerings, from studios to luxury 3 bedroom villas, the Honua Kai condos micro-market is among the most interesting to observe. And as many of our clients diligently watch for specific unit types (i.e. partial ocean view one-bedroom), more in-depth analysis on specific unit types are useful - so with that, let us explore Honua Kai studios.

Studio Floor Plans

There are three different floor plans of studio units available at Honua Kai:

A1a is a studio unit consisting of 595 square feet of interior living space, with an additional 100 square feet of lanai. Units with this floor plan are as follows: Hokulani and Konea 215, 237, 315, 337, 415, 437, 515, 537, 615, 637, 715, 737, 815, and 837.

 At 615 square

The 1,500 master-planned community of Wailea serves as one of the best examples of a community seamlessly fusing its natural splendor setting with world-class luxury resorts and a culture rich in tradition. Yet for all the different offerings, the Wailea real estate market has very limited options when it comes to true, front-row beachfront options. And now, there is speculation that there will be a handful of more offerings that are sure to be one of the hottest commodities within the Maui luxury market.

Contact Us to stay updated on Wailea Beachfront Condo Opportunities.

Perennial favorites such as Wailea Point and Wailea Elua Village have historically been very strong performers when it comes to equity growth, perhaps the most pertinent

Since its introduction, the Montage Residences Kapalua Bay have been well received by affluent buyers who are familiar with the Montage's worldwide reputation for providing royal-worthy experiences in the most magnificent locations. As such, it comes as no surprise that since being listed on the MLS, the pent-up demand has translated into significant sales taking place. Up to this point, 4 sales have closed with a total sales volume of $28.25M, at an average of $7.062M.

Up to this point, the Residences being absorbed are the creme de la creme, as illustrated below:

As on the map above, 3 of the sales are of the hammerheads on buildings 2 and 1. As a quick note, residence numbers are 4 digits, with the first digit being the building, the second

For the discerning buyer interested in the Wailea condo market, the Andaz Residences Maui at Wailea has proven to be one of the most interesting value propositions due to its symbiotic relationship with the hotel and premium location. And although the market has been slow to absorb these luxury units, the reality remains that it is one of the most unique properties on Maui with an enviable, picture-perfect beachfront location. 

And now there is speculation that there is going to be some VERY SIGNIFICANT news regarding available opportunities at Andaz. Contact us to be updated.

Wailea has a strong reputation as one of the world's best master-planned communities and although real estate options vary from entry-level Grand Champions, to record-breaking

Honua Kai Resort & Spa presents one of the most luxurious ownership experiences on Maui - whether it is a front row 3 bedroom unit or a mountain-view Studio, owners can rest assured that their property is well managed and can expect a five-star level of service by staff.

As such, it is with great pleasure that Honua Kai announced the appointment of Christy Laird as the new 'Homeowner Experience Manager' - Christy brings over a decade of experience in the homeowner relations and high-end property management. Most recently she held the position of Homeowners Relations Manager at Vail Resorts, where she held that level of responsibility for nearly 7 years. 

For more information on available Honua Kai real estate opportunities, the property in general,