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Napilihau Villages ICondos for Sale in Napili, Maui
Residential • Value Play • Walkable
0 active listings • Median ~$589K • Avg DOM ~187
For buyers considering Napili, Napilihau Villages I stands out for fee-simple ownership, lower-density scale, and its position within the West Maui condo market. The sections below translate building facts, MLS activity, and local tradeoffs into plain language.
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Overview
Napilihau Villages I is a residential, value-oriented, and walkable condo community in Napili on Hanawai Street. It suits buyers who want fee simple two-bedroom townhome-style units near Napili Bay and Napili Plaza—not a short-term vacation rental complex. Built in 1997 with about 76 units across nine two-story buildings.
Rental Potential & Investment Insights
If rental income matters, start with what is permitted: documented status is No. Napilihau Villages I in Napili 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-density Napili residential community (1997) with nine two-story buildings and no pool. Vacation rentals are not allowed; long-term rentals are permitted. Fee simple ownership; Destination Maui Inc. management.
With a median near $589,000 in our MLS blend, underwriting should stress carry costs and owner-use plans as much as appreciation.
Quick facts
- Year built1997
- Units76
- Floors2
- OceanfrontNo
- Short-term rentalNo
- Minatoya listNo
- ZoningA-1
- OwnershipFee Simple
- ParkingSurface
Amenities
Storage • Shops nearby • Garden views • Assigned parking • Pets allowed
Lifestyle
Day-to-day life at Napilihau Villages I is shaped by Napili: a comparatively residential day-to-day cadence within West Maui.
Within West Maui, small differences in density and guest volume separate communities that otherwise look similar on paper.
Buyer fit
Napilihau Villages I 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, Napilihau Villages I is less about a single “cap rate” headline and more about verify access and services against your timeline.
Zoning is listed as A-1—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
- —Residential
- —Value Play
- —Walkable
Considerations
- —No short-term rental—limits income potential if you wanted rental revenue
- —Mature building—condition and upgrades vary more stack to stack
- —Not oceanfront—pricing and comps differ from beachfront neighbors
Market Snapshot
Derived from West Maui MLS matches for Napilihau Villages I; figures shift as inventory turns.
Median (MLS blend)
$589,000
$ / sqft (range)
$772–974/sqft
Avg. days on market
~187
Closed sales (12 mo)
4
Blending active asks with recent closes, the market is centering near $589,000—always unit-specific. Closed sales outpace what is listed today—worth watching as new listings appear.
Pricing per foot clusters between $772/sqft and $974/sqft—still verify against the exact unit.
The current MLS cadence looks closer to 187 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 Napilihau Villages I spans 2-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, interior updates and generous lanai space surface repeatedly—useful signal, but confirm on the unit you pursue.
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Recent sales
Closed sales at Napilihau Villages I from the MLS.
10 closed sales at Napilihau Villages I.
Active listings at Napilihau Villages I
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Location & Nearby West Maui Highlights
Napilihau Villages I 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
4955 Hanawai St
- —Napili
- —Lahaina
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Building Intelligence & Ownership Insights
Napilihau Villages I in Napili deserves the same diligence as any Maui condo: understand construction era (year built near 1997), community scale (~76 units), 2 floors, and how those factors influence maintenance, insurance, and long-term upkeep.
Zoning (A-1) 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—Napilihau Villages I is no exception.
- Short-term rental:No
- Ownership:Fee Simple
FAQ
Are short-term rentals allowed at Napilihau Villages I?
Napilihau Villages I short-term rental status: No.
Is Napilihau Villages I fee simple?
Napilihau Villages I ownership type is listed as Fee Simple.
Is Napilihau Villages I a good investment?
Suitability depends on timeline, financing, and tolerance for HOA costs and rental regulation. Low-density Napili residential community (1997) with nine two-story buildings and no pool. Vacation rentals are not allowed; long-term rentals are permitted. Fee simple ownership; Destination Maui Inc. management. Review association documents, rental rules, and recent sales with a licensed professional—avoid treating any building as a generic “yes” or “no.”
Is Napilihau Villages I oceanfront?
We do not flag Napilihau Villages I as oceanfront; many units may still capture ocean or partial views. Confirm on the unit you are considering.
Can you short-term rent at Napilihau Villages I?
Short-term rental posture is summarized as: No. Confirm current association and county requirements before marketing a rental.
Is Napilihau Villages I 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 Napilihau Villages I offer?
Napilihau Villages I includes amenities such as: Storage • Shops nearby • Garden views • Assigned parking • Pets allowed
What is the location like for Napilihau Villages I?
Napilihau Villages I is in Napili (Napili). Buyers often weigh beach access, walkability, and drive time to Lahaina, Kaanapali, and Kapalua depending on lifestyle.
When was Napilihau Villages I built?
Year built is listed near 1997. Phasing and renovations may span multiple years—confirm for your building section.
How Napilihau Villages I Compares
Within Napili, Napilihau Villages I is frequently cross-shopped with communities such as Alaeloa, Honokeana Cove, Napili Gardens, Napili Ridge. 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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