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AlaeloaCondos for Sale in Napili, Maui

Oceanfront • Boutique • Quiet Setting

OceanfrontBoutiqueQuiet Setting

4 active listings • Median ~$2M • Avg DOM ~208

Important Rental Notice

This property is located in a residential zoning district but has historically been allowed short-term rental use under the Minatoya List. Proposed Bill 9 may phase out these allowances over time. Buyers should treat future rental use as uncertain and verify current county guidance before purchasing.

Alaeloa is one of Napili’s more closely watched condo communities, combining beachfront positioning, short-term rental context, and fee-simple ownership. Buyers use this guide for inventory, ownership context, and how Alaeloa compares nearby—not just photos.

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Overview

Alaeloa is an oceanfront, boutique, and quiet-setting condo community in Napili. It is well suited to buyers who want a stronger waterfront setting, everyday livability, and fee simple ownership. Built in 1965 with about 43 units.

Rental Potential & Investment Insights

This property is currently treated as short-term-rental eligible through Minatoya grandfathering, but it is still located in residential zoning. Proposed Bill 9 may phase out this allowance over time, so rental income assumptions should be treated cautiously. Buyers should confirm the latest county rules, association guidance, and legal interpretation before purchase.

Ownership is summarized as Fee Simple. Leasehold and fee-simple carry different financing and long-term cost profiles; confirm the interest conveyed on any specific unit.

Low-density ownership community with strong privacy and premium positioning.

Vacation-rental rules aside, 3 sales in the trailing year signal liquidity investors can underwrite against.

Quick facts

  • Year built1965
  • Units43
  • Floors2
  • OceanfrontYes
  • Short-term rentalYes (Minatoya — subject to change)
  • Minatoya listYes (grandfathered)
  • Regulatory RiskElevated (Bill 9 exposure)
  • ZoningR3/PUD
  • OwnershipFee Simple
  • ParkingSurface

Amenities

Oceanfront • Low density • Pool

Lifestyle

Day-to-day life at Alaeloa is shaped by Napili: a comparatively residential day-to-day cadence within West Maui. Beach access and ocean proximity anchor the experience for many owners and guests. Expect a profile that often reads as oceanfront • boutique • quiet setting—helpful orientation, not a substitute for a showing.

Within West Maui, small differences in density and guest volume separate communities that otherwise look similar on paper.

Buyer fit

Alaeloa draws buyers who care about how the building feels week to week, not just the postcard view.

Fee-simple ownership appeals to many primary and second-home buyers who prefer a traditional fee-simple interest.

If vacation rental use is on the table, align association rules, county requirements, and any Minatoya-list considerations with your timeline before you write an offer.

Investor fit

From a numbers standpoint, Alaeloa is less about a single “cap rate” headline and more about verify access and services against your timeline.

Zoning is listed as R3/PUD—use it as context, then confirm how it interacts with association rules and county requirements for your intended use.

Unit-by-unit variation in view, floor, and finish often matters more here than the address line.

Regulatory risk is a major factor here. Future rental use may not remain as it exists today, which can materially affect income assumptions, financing posture, and exit strategy.

Pros & Considerations

Pros

  • Oceanfront
  • Boutique
  • Quiet Setting

Considerations

  • Older construction—verify systems, reserves, and planned projects on the unit you like
  • Smaller inventory—fewer annual resale comps; act when the right unit appears
  • Location tradeoffs in Napili—validate beach access, noise, and parking on visits

Market Snapshot

Derived from West Maui MLS matches for Alaeloa; figures shift as inventory turns.

Median (MLS blend)

$1,950,000

$ / sqft (range)

$679–2,370/sqft

Avg. days on market

~208

Active listings

4

Closed sales (12 mo)

3

Blending active asks with recent closes, the market is centering near $1,950,000—always unit-specific. Choice within the building is meaningful right now—compare condition and HOA lines, not just price.

Recent MLS math at Alaeloa spans roughly $679/sqft to $2,370/sqft per square foot—view, floor level, and finish drive the spread.

The current MLS cadence looks closer to 208 DOM on average, a more measured tempo than a frenetic market.

Sales with both list and close amounts are finishing near ask—pricing discipline appears to be working.

Unit Types & Views

Alaeloa’s MLS footprint includes 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom, and 4-bedroom residences, with marketing language often referencing ocean-oriented, resort-view, golf angles. Views and floor plans vary by stack—confirm on each listing.

What Listings Emphasize

In current and recent marketing copy, generous lanai space, ocean views, turnkey rental readiness, resort-style amenities, and interior updates surface repeatedly—useful signal, but confirm on the unit you pursue.

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Recent sales

Closed sales at Alaeloa from the MLS.

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Location & Nearby West Maui Highlights

Alaeloa is located in Napili, within Lahaina. Napili ties into West Maui beaches, dining, and resort corridors; drive times shift with traffic and season. Use the map for orientation, then validate commute and access on your own visits.

The Napili–Honokowai–Kahana corridor mixes lower-density pockets with vacation-rental inventory; beach access and neighborhood texture vary block by block.

Napili

20 Hui Rd

  • Napili
  • Lahaina

See where Alaeloa sits relative to nearby resorts, beaches, and West Maui condo communities.

Building Intelligence & Ownership Insights

Alaeloa in Napili deserves the same diligence as any Maui condo: understand construction era (year built near 1965), community scale (~43 units), 2 floors, and how those factors influence maintenance, insurance, and long-term upkeep.

Zoning (R3/PUD) frames common use patterns in the area; buyers should still reconcile zoning with HOA rules and county requirements for any intended use.

Insurance, windstorm exposure, and building-wide projects can move assessments. Review the latest association financials, reserve study, and meeting minutes where available—Alaeloa is no exception.

  • Short-term rental:Yes
  • Ownership:Fee Simple

FAQ

  • Are short-term rentals allowed at Alaeloa?

    Alaeloa short-term rental status: Allowed (Minatoya/PDF).

  • Is Alaeloa fee simple?

    Alaeloa ownership type is listed as Fee Simple.

  • Is this property affected by Bill 9?

    Yes. This property is located in a residential zoning district but has historically benefited from Minatoya List status. Proposed Bill 9 may change future short-term rental eligibility, so buyers should verify the latest county guidance before purchasing.

  • Is Alaeloa a good investment?

    Suitability depends on timeline, financing, and tolerance for HOA costs and rental regulation. Low-density ownership community with strong privacy and premium positioning. Review association documents, rental rules, and recent sales with a licensed professional—avoid treating any building as a generic “yes” or “no.”

  • Is Alaeloa oceanfront?

    Alaeloa is flagged as oceanfront in our building summary. Verify views and setback for the specific unit before purchasing.

  • Can you short-term rent at Alaeloa?

    Short-term rental posture is summarized as: Yes (Minatoya — subject to change). Confirm current association and county requirements before marketing a rental.

  • Is Alaeloa fee simple or leasehold?

    Ownership type is listed as Fee Simple. Confirm the interest conveyed on your purchase contract and title report.

  • What amenities does Alaeloa offer?

    Alaeloa includes amenities such as: Oceanfront • Low density • Pool

  • What is the location like for Alaeloa?

    Alaeloa is in Napili (Napili). Buyers often weigh beach access, walkability, and drive time to Lahaina, Kaanapali, and Kapalua depending on lifestyle.

  • When was Alaeloa built?

    Year built is listed near 1965. Phasing and renovations may span multiple years—confirm for your building section.

How Alaeloa Compares

Within Napili, Alaeloa is frequently cross-shopped with communities such as Honokeana Cove, Napili Gardens, Napili Ridge, Napili Villas. The decision usually comes down to building era, density, rental posture, and how much on-site resort infrastructure you want at home.

Side-by-side comparison clarifies tradeoffs when price tiers overlap—especially for view, HOA lines, and rental rules.

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