The February Maui Lifestyle newsletter for your convenience I'm posting a link to a newsletter I send out once a month, highlighting the Maui lifestyle.  This month there was a lot about the local food and food security.  We live on an island, and it's something we think about a lot since so much of our "food" is imported.  The reality is that many good foods are grown here and we should be concentrating on eating more of that, and less of the stuff they ship in.  Much of the imported stuff is processed and packaged and not all that healthy anyway.A broker's open at a local musician's home/farm in Kahakuloa was a real treat because he's also a farmer who loves his community.  We toured the farm, ate a nice lunch of local foods, did an art project, and sang along with George.  You can re... 02/01/2024

Aloha Friday from a hilltop Maui luxury estateThis incredible luxury home at 588 Kulaiwi Drive in Wailuku Maui is listed for sale with Hawaii Life.  It sits on over 5 acres of land and overlooks the whole central valley of Maui and beyond.  There's nothing else quite like it on this island!5 bedrooms/5.5 bathrooms ~ List price is $12,800,000. Do you like what you see?  Can I answer any questions you have about this exceptional property on Maui?Just wanted to share a little of  the Maui lifestyle here with you.Thanks for reading my Maui blog...Buying or selling real estate on Maui?  That's what I do.  Let me help YOU.Georgie Hunter R(S) e-Pro, Hawai'i Life Real Estate Brokers26 Baldwin Ave, Paia HI 96779E-mail or call/text: 808 283-0635 12/16/2022

Aloha Friday from the Maui Tropical PlantationWhen you visit Maui, be sure to stop in at the Maui Tropical Plantation where you can enjoy a first class dinner at the Mill House Restaurant, or stroll the beautiful grounds that overlook the scenic West Maui Mountains. You can shop at Kumu Farms Market for all kinds of local gifts and food items.  There's a tram ride, a zip-line, a big pond with ducks, and other fun thing for the whole family to enjoy.  Parking is free and you don't have to pay admission just to see the grounds.Find them at 1670 Honoapiʻilani Hwy, Waikapū, HI 96793Thanks for reading my Maui blog...Buying or selling real estate on Maui?  That's what I do.  Let me help YOU.Georgie Hunter R(S) e-Pro, Hawai'i Life Real Estate Brokers26 Baldwin Ave, Paia HI 96779E-mail or call/... 12/02/2022

The median price of a single family home on Maui went over $1,000,000 for the first time ever, in May 2021.  It's not much of a surprise since it's been up around $980,000 already a couple of times this year.Read all about it in the Maui News.So what does a million dollars buy on Maui these days?  Well here's the 2 most recent sales that match that criteria:34 Ia Iki St - Wailuku sold for $999,000 on 6/2/21 after 42 days on market 3Bed/2Bath 1,500 sf single level home with garage, built in 2017 20 panel PV system and Tesla battery 7,897 sf lot with ocean and mountain views 17 Akumu Way - Wailuku sold for $999,000 on 5/7/21 after 46 days on market 3Bed/3Bath 1,988 sf home built in 1979 and remodeled in 2017 9,013 sf lot with ocean and mountain views sauna and outdoor shower  Kehalani Mau... 06/08/2021

Are you vaccinated against COVID-19 yet?If you live on Maui you can now sign up for your vaccinations if you're 16 or older.  Don't wait.  If we all do our part, the sooner we can get back to "normal" again.I outlined the process my husband and I went through here on Maui, and it was really easy and simple, so there's no excuse. It feels GREAT to be over that hurdle.Check out my other blog for all the details.If you're on the fence, just get over it, and get your free vaccines and be happy and healthy. Thanks for reading my Maui blog...Buying or selling real estate on Maui?  That's what I do.  Let me help YOU.Georgie Hunter R(S) e-Pro, Hawai'i Life Real Estate Brokers26 Baldwin Ave, Paia HI 96779E-mail or call/text: 808 283-0635 04/12/2021

65 year olds can now get their Covid vaccine on Maui, starting Monday March 15.On Maui we are moving forward with lots of vaccinations for the oldies and those on the front lines.This is the Maui Memorial Medical Center which is our main hospital, in Wailuku Maui, where they are giving out the Pfizer shots with an appointment.My hubby got his first shot last week, as he was able to qualify, and I now have an appointment for my first shot of Pfizer vaccine next week.  It's pretty exciting stuff after being cooped up for a year wondering when things will get better.We are very thankful to live in a place with little Covid impact on the health system, though it's been really rough on our tourism economy.I hope you are all going to take advantage of the chance to get a vaccination when the ... 03/13/2021

Back to blogging - a new development in Wailuku MauiBoy have I been lazy about blogging lately!  This pandemic really took the wind out of my blogging sails, and I just let it slide by without much attention.  Even my other blog on my own website took a hit.  So I just stopped by here to see if I can remember how this goes... haha.  The teaser picture above is from a brand new gated community subdivsion in Wailuku Maui, called La'ikena at Kehalani.  It's a smaller neighborhood, inside a larger master planned community of Kehalani (which covers a lot of ground in the outlying parts of this central city).So I'm not going into all the details, but you can learn more on my recent post called: La’ikeha at Kehalani – Wailuku Maui vacant lots for sale with great viewsReally I'm just flexing my... 02/13/2021

 If you are not solid on the ins and outs of down payment, don't worry, you are truly not alone, There is so much misinformation floating around about down payments. Have you noticed on many payment calculators on like Zillow or Real-Estate Websites, the calculator is set at a 20% Down Payment, which makes you believe, this is what you should do, it can be hard to keep facts straight. Here is a Quick crash Course on the down payment.  What is a down payment?It's actually much simpler than you might think. The down payment is just the percentage of the home's total sale down payment is just the percentage of the home's total sale price that you pay with your own money. (The rest of the sale price is covered by your mortgage loan .) Do I need to put 20% down?Conventional mortgage loans re... 05/20/2020

I am closing this home on Sept 9th, this coming Monday.21 Pahee Pl. in The Islands in Kahului Maui.  Beautiful home in a gated community. I represented the sellers, but really enjoyed this young couple the buyers, and so happy to see them purchasing this island home.This is Ginne the buyer, and she is a lender. She knows her business it was a pleasure working with her. So if you are looking at buying a home on Maui, give me a call.Aloha Steve,Steven Nickens RS-54097 GRI ABRElite Pacific PropertiesOffices in Wailea and LahainaCell: 808-280-2208Email: nickensmaui@gmail.comWebsite: nickensmaui.com 09/08/2019

Speechless Sunday - Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, Wailuku MauiWe have a lot of variety of churches on Maui and some of them are really cute little places of worship.  Here's a sweet one on Main Street in Old Wailuku town in the Central Valley of Maui. Search Maui MLS - homes for sale in Central Maui - Kahului/WailukuThanks for reading my Maui blog...Buying or selling real estate on Maui?  That's what I do.  Let me help YOU.Georgie Hunter R(S) e-Pro, Hawai'i Life Real Estate Brokers26 Baldwin Ave, Paia HI 96779E-mail or call/text: 808 283-0635 07/07/2019

New Listing 2086 Pakahi St Wailuku Maui.  Looking for a clean island home in Wailuku close to shopping and the business district? If you're looking to buy a home in Wailuku Maui this is a must see home.Beautifully landscaped, super clean home ready to move into. Includes solar water and 18 solar electric panels. You can search all homes for sale in Wailuku Maui from my website. You can view additional information on this Wailuku home, and photos from this page.My name is Steven Nickens, I work with Elite Pacific Properties, #1 in luxury homes in the State of Hawaii. You can view all homes for sale in Wailuku from my Wailuku Community page.  So give me a call with all your Maui real estate needs whether you're buying or selling your home on Maui.Aloha,Steven Nickens RS-54097 GRI ABRElite... 04/25/2019

I just closed this amazing home at 1358 Kakae Street in Oceanview Estates Wailuku Maui.  My clients are so happy with their new purchase in this beautiful community of Oceanview Estates.If you're looking to purchase or sell a home in Wailuku Maui? I would love to talk to you about the advantages of working with Elite Pacific Properties, #1 in luxury home sales in Hawaii. You can search all homes for sale in the Wailuku Maui real estate market from my website. Aloha, Steven Nickens RS-54097 GRI ABRElite Pacific PropertiesServing all MauiCell: 808-280-2208Email: nickensmaui@gmail.comWebsite: nickensmaui.com          09/12/2018

 Search homes for sale in Wailuku real estate market.  Wailuku is a popular community in Maui real estate market. Right now I am preparing to close a home in Oceanview Estates a popular neighborhood within walking distance to the beach.My client is buying this home as an investment property, being that Wailuku has become such a popular island destination. If you have questions about buying a home in Maui, there are so many popular island communities to choose from. You can view all homes for sale in Wailuku Maui from my community page.My name is Steven Nickens, I work for Elite Pacific Properties #1 in luxury homes sales in Hawaii. I have been selling real estate on Maui for 24 years so give me a call with all your real estate needs.Steven Nickens RS 54097 GRI ABRElite Pacific Propertie... 08/25/2018

Enjoy refreshing ocean breezes from this special piece of land near the Wailuku River/Iao Stream estuary, 400 meters from the ocean. R-3 residential zoned parcel 1.278 acres. Fresh spring water provides nourishment for banana, lilikoi, and a swimming pond. Special Management Area (SMA) land is on the makai side of Waiehu Beach Rd. Maui Island Plan categorizes as urban and outside protected area, not preservation nor sensitive land. Buyers and their agents are advised to do their own due diligence. Dwelling is in poor condition. Looking for an as-is offer. This property is so special, it has it's own website! www.648KaaeRd.utour.me Tour it instantly on your mobile device by texting MOVE3032 to 878787 MLS Number: 370779Listed by Brian Delmore of Delmore Realty Licensed in the State of Haw... 08/21/2018

Maui median price for July 2018 as compared to same time last year is up by 9.7% at $769,000!For a full Maui Real Estate Market Report and past reports click here.  I just recently listed a charming and spacious home located at Oceanview Estates in Wailuku, Maui. 1268 Hiahia Places boasts 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths on just over half an acre of land listed at $795,000 . MLS 379447This home has the soothing sounds of Waiehu Stream going by and ocean views from the kitchen and dining area. Vaulted wood ceilings with skylight brings volume and gorgeous natural light. Take the 3D immersive tour here www.1268Hiahia.com Oceanview Estates homes are much in demand!  Only 2 for sale here, 4 under contract and over 17 homes sold since January 2017 to today (August 9, 2018). Walk to beach. Nearby ... 08/09/2018

Enjoy grand mountain and ocean views from 21 Lahaole Pl. Maluhia Country Ranches is a gated, agricultural subdivision with 52 lots varying in size from two to over twenty acres that sits at between 1,000 and 1,500 feet above sea level on the eastern slopes of the West Maui mountains, eight and a half miles out of the center of Wailuku. The Kahakuloa Acres Private Water Company is permitted by the State of Hawaii to pump up to 200,000 gallons of pristine well water each day to serve both the Maluhia Country Ranches and the neighboring 15-lot Cliffs at Kahakuloa subdivisions. Paved roads 22 feet wide run throughout the subdivision and all lots have underground utilities. Lot 11 provides stunning mountain and ocean views with peaceful tranquility just 15-20 minutes from town. This is a mus... 07/19/2018

Executive-style condo within walking distance to county, state & federal offices in Wailuku town with panoramic mountain views and ocean views. This 2-bedroom, 2 bathroom 1265 sf unit has undergone a recent renovation and is located on the 5th floor of this secure 6-story mixed-use building. Coded elevator access to the two ultra-exclusive residential floors at the top. Secured parking access for building occupants is further secured by a gate after business hours and on weekends. Each bedroom offers its own lanai with commanding West Maui Mountain Views. Haleakala is visible from the master lanai. The mountains into Iao Valley and the ocean are visible from the guest bedroom lanai. This unit comes with extra storage space in the basement and two covered parking stalls. Special building... 07/05/2018

There are great big views at Kahakuloa Maui, the "other upcountry".Sometimes buyers are looking for a nice home in the country and they don't want to be upcountry - Kula, Pukalani and Makawao.  There's a couple of alternatives on this side of the island: Wailuku Country Estates just on the outskirts of Wailuku, and Kahakuloa which is a little further out the Kahekili Highway.  Views from Maluhia Country Ranches subdivision - lots of wide open spaceThis blog post will focus on the two subdivisions in the Kahakuloa region: Cliffs at Kahakuloa and Maluhia Country Ranches. It's about a 15 minute drive from Wailuku, so not really that far out in the country along a scenic winding road, but a whole world of difference.  Living in these neighborhoods will come with an HOA and monthly fees.  Th... 06/28/2018

New Home in Wailuku Maui Oceanview Estates.This is a great home in the community of Oceanview Estates.  Four bedroom home, with three bathrooms, is ready for its new owner.  The Wailuku housing market has been hot, it's so convenient to Wailuku town, the airport and shopping. Wailuku real estate market has been heated up for awhile with the most activity of sold homes on Maui. You can view this island home for additional photos and property information. The owners did a great job designing the outdoor landscaping.  With a rock wall entrance and beautifully landscaped grounds, with palms and tropical plants. On the lanai, they imported Ohia posts that give this home a Hawaiian plantation feeling. The kitchen has an open floor plan, maple cabinets and great views from the living area. Dow... 05/15/2018

Aloha Maui Friends, I had a great conversation with Marcus W. Springs, a Licensed Realtor with Jeff Griffin LLC. in Wailuku Maui Check out his Foreclosure list Maui Red List  Marcus focus foremost on Foreclosures on Maui. He and his Partner Jeff Griffin are the experts for Foreclosures and Foreclosure Actions.In his own words Marcus realizes that " when foreclosure happens, it can seem like, everyone is trying to get something from you" but he wants you to know that he wants to do the opposite.  Ask me, " How he can help you during this difficult Moment!  I want to hear your story, I want to help you get back to normal, and back to your life.    Check out Maui Foreclosure  Maui Red List 01/26/2018