Wailea Ekahi at it's Best! This beautiful Wailea condominium is located in Wailea Ekahi 38D, one of the most desirable locations offering enormous ocean views. Listed by Raphael Wellerstein, R(B) and Ron Silva, R(BIC), tastefully furnished, and offering central air conditioning, this property is turnkey and a very successful vacation rental. For those interested in exploring the Wailea real estate market and available opportunities, visit our Wailea office located in the Shops at Wailea at 3750 Wailea Alanui Dr. Ste. B34 or call us at 808.879.8880.

Inspired island living, at 7131 Makena Road listed by Guida Anderson, R(B) and Deborah Davis, R(B), this secluded estate on over two and one third acres of tropically manicured landscaping offers maximum privacy, security with breathtaking mountain, ocean and outer island views. The spacious open floor plan with over 5000 sq. ft. of living area is designed with a welcoming foyer, chef’s kitchen and living/dining area opening onto a large covered lanai, overlooking the custom, solar heated saline pool, spa and cascading waterfall for seamless indoor-outdoor living. This is a rare opportunity to own a private estate in sought after Makena just a short stroll to some of the world’s finest beaches. For those interested in exploring the Makena real estate

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  Kihei market is HOT, but PV keeps this home COOL! At 46 Noolu St, Kihei, enjoy the sunny weather while staying cool year round as you run your central air conditioning powered by a photo-voltaic system that you own. Listed by Rick Brandt, R(S) the floorplan gives a feeling of spaciousness beyond its 1256 square feet. The Orchid floor plan is a single level home with vaulted ceilings and a great room ideal for entertaining or just relaxing with the ohana. For those interested in exploring the Kihei real estate market and available opportunities, visit our Wailea office located in The Shops at Wailea at 3750 Wailea Alanui Dr, Ste. B34 or call us at 808.879.8880.

  2 Bedroom/2 Bath Kihei Condo available at Ke Alii Ocean Villas D304. Listed by Scott Innes, R(S) and David Rooks, R(S), this condo with large loft has never been lived in! Located on the top floor this is an end unit, which gives you the best ocean views with privacy. For those interested in exploring the Kihei real estate market and available opportunities, visit our Wailea office located in the Shops at Wailea at 3750 Wailea Alanui Dr. Ste. B34 or call us at 808.879.8880.

  A Private Quiet Oasis awaits at 211 Mahina Street, Kihei. Listed by Sallie Zaugg, R(B), this 4 bedroom, 3 bath home is located on a quite private cul-de-sac surrounded with large lush tropical gardens. Beautiful Haleakala Mountain views from the spacious shady lanai which is great for dining, hosting and entertaining family and friends. For those interested in exploring the Kihei real estate market and available opportunities, visit our Wailea office conveniently located at The Shops at Wailea, 3750 Wailea Alanui Dr or call us at 808.879.8880.

Beautifully original 2 bedroom 3 bath, expansive ocean view Wailea Palms Unit #2801. Listed by Ryan MacLaughlin, R(B) and Paul MacLaughlin, PB at 3501 Wailea Alanui Drive, enjoy amazing sunsets or even a short stroll to magical Keawakapu Beach. Privacy and Peace surround you at Wailea Palms along with beautiful amenities... Bask at the pool, take a dip in the hot tub, break a sweat in the gym or just have fun on the putting green. Wailea Palms has it all! For those interested in exploring the Wailea real estate market and available opportunities, visit our Wailea office conveniently located in The Shops at Wailea-3750 Wailea Alanui Dr. Ste. B34 or call us at 808.879.8880.

By most reasonable metrics, 2013 proved to be a significant step forward in the Maui real estate market, by which continued demand coupled with decreasing inventory resulted in upwards pressure on values. As leading experts in the Wailea real estate market, the team at Island Sotheby's International Realty have a firm grasp of current Wailea market conditions, projected trends as paralleled by relevant macro-economic outlook, and comparative micro-market proclivity within the overall South Maui market.

As such, let us examine the infograph below to glimpse at the progress:

There are a number of items worthy of further discussion. For example, the median sales price for Wailea Single-Family Residences rose substantially over the previous year,

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  The team of Island Sotheby's International Realty would like to congratulate Ron Silva and Raphael Wellerstein for their participation in the sale of Makena Place 10. The 4 bedroom / 4 bathroom oceanfront architectural masterpiece encompassing 4,000 square feet sold on January 17, 2014 for $9.3M. Ron and Raphael displayed high levels of professionalism, world-class marketing, and negotiating skills in successfully closing one of the most significant sales in the Makena real estate market in recent years. With deep-rooted expertise in the Wailea and Makena micro-markets, the team of specialists at Island Sotheby's International Realty are poised to represent their clients dutifully in endeavors within the South Maui market - stop by our Wailea…

With its tropical setting, picture-perfect weather, top-rated beaches, and world-class amenities, Wailea is a much sough after destination. And for those considering a purchase of a Wailea property, it becomes incumbent on potential buyers to be well acquainted with real estate trends and available inventory. The Wailea Single Family Residence (SFR) market has been somewhat stagnant in the past three years, arguably due to the downwards pressure on values by REO's (bank-owned/foreclosures) and Short Sales - although not a great amount (7 REO's and 5 Short Sales), still significant enough to have an impact on values in Wailea. And as the market continues its shift from a clear buyer's market to a more balanced market, let us take a look at relevant data. 

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As 2012 winds down to a close, it becomes an opportune time to compare 2012 to the previous year in order to determine market trends, particularly in micro-niches. With that, let us examine the state of the market in Wailea Beach Villas and draw reasonable conclusions thereof. First, let's take a look at inventory and how it is being absorbed by measuring new listings coming on the market and the number sales transpiring within the allotted time period.

The most glaring fact is that 2011 absorbed WBV units at a much faster pace, with 15 new listings coming on the market in 2011, resulting in 6 sales. Compared to 16 new listings in 2012, which only led to 3 sales. But beyond inventory absorption, let's look at values - which arguably can best me

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