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Mahina SurfCondos for Sale in Mahinahina, Maui

Oceanfront • Low-Rise • Quiet Setting

OceanfrontLow-RiseQuiet Setting

2 active listings • Median ~$579K • Avg DOM ~112

Explore Mahina Surf condos for sale in Mahinahina, Maui with building intelligence, beachfront positioning, fee-simple ownership, and current market activity. Mahina Surf anchors Mahinahina and draws both lifestyle and investment interest—often for different reasons depending on the unit.

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Overview

Mahina Surf is an oceanfront, low-rise, and quiet-setting condo community in Mahinahina. It is well suited to buyers who want a stronger waterfront setting, everyday livability, and fee simple ownership. Built in 1969 with about 44 units.

Rental Potential & Investment Insights

If rental income matters, start with what is permitted: documented status is Yes. Mahina Surf in Mahinahina is often evaluated through verify access and services against your timeline.

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-rise oceanfront community with a classic old-Maui feel.

Vacation-rental rules aside, 5 sales in the trailing year signal liquidity investors can underwrite against.

Quick facts

  • Year built1969
  • Units44
  • Floors2
  • OceanfrontYes
  • Short-term rentalYes
  • Minatoya listYes
  • ZoningA1
  • OwnershipFee Simple
  • ParkingSurface

Amenities

Oceanfront lawns • Pool • BBQ area

Lifestyle

Day-to-day life at Mahina Surf is shaped by Mahinahina: a comparatively residential day-to-day cadence within West Maui. Beach access and ocean proximity anchor the experience for many owners and guests.

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

Buyer fit

Mahina Surf 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.

Buyers who want a calmer owner profile should confirm rental rules and policies against how long they plan to hold.

Investor fit

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

Zoning is listed as A1—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.

Pros & Considerations

Pros

  • Oceanfront
  • Low-Rise
  • Quiet Setting

Considerations

  • No short-term rental—limits income potential if you wanted rental revenue
  • 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

Market Snapshot

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

Median (MLS blend)

$579,000

$ / sqft (range)

$914–1,143/sqft

Avg. days on market

~112

Active listings

2

Closed sales (12 mo)

5

Blending active asks with recent closes, the market is centering near $579,000—always unit-specific. Closed sales outpace what is listed today—worth watching as new listings appear.

Pricing per foot clusters between $914/sqft and $1,143/sqft—still verify against the exact unit.

The current MLS cadence looks closer to 112 DOM on average, a more measured tempo than a frenetic market.

Several recorded sales closed below their list figures—buyers may still find room to negotiate on view, condition, or timing.

Unit Types & Views

Recent MLS activity at Mahina Surf spans 1-bedroom residences, with marketing language often referencing ocean-oriented, 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, interior updates, and beach proximity surface repeatedly—useful signal, but confirm on the unit you pursue.

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Recent sales

Closed sales at Mahina Surf from the MLS.

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Location & Nearby West Maui Highlights

Mahina Surf is located in Mahinahina, within Lahaina. Mahinahina 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.

West Maui blends resort corridors with residential pockets; weigh beach access, walkability, and drive times to the services you use most.

Mahinahina

4057 Lower Honoapiilani Rd

  • Mahinahina
  • Lahaina

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

Building Intelligence & Ownership Insights

Mahina Surf in Mahinahina deserves the same diligence as any Maui condo: understand construction era (year built near 1969), community scale (~44 units), 2 floors, and how those factors influence maintenance, insurance, and long-term upkeep.

Zoning (A1) 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—Mahina Surf is no exception.

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

FAQ

  • Are short-term rentals allowed at Mahina Surf?

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

  • Is Mahina Surf fee simple?

    Mahina Surf ownership type is listed as Fee Simple.

  • Is Mahina Surf a good investment?

    Suitability depends on timeline, financing, and tolerance for HOA costs and rental regulation. Low-rise oceanfront community with a classic old-Maui feel. Review association documents, rental rules, and recent sales with a licensed professional—avoid treating any building as a generic “yes” or “no.”

  • Is Mahina Surf oceanfront?

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

  • Can you short-term rent at Mahina Surf?

    Short-term rental posture is summarized as: Yes. Confirm current association and county requirements before marketing a rental.

  • Is Mahina Surf 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 Mahina Surf offer?

    Mahina Surf includes amenities such as: Oceanfront lawns • Pool • BBQ area

  • What is the location like for Mahina Surf?

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

  • When was Mahina Surf built?

    Year built is listed near 1969. Phasing and renovations may span multiple years—confirm for your building section.

How Mahina Surf Compares

Within Mahinahina, Mahina Surf is frequently cross-shopped with communities such as Hale Mahina, Hale Ono Loa, Hoyochi Nikko, Kuleana. 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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