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OpukeaCondos for Sale in Lahaina, Maui

Lahaina Town • Low-Rise • Owner-Oriented Community

Lahaina TownLow-RiseOwner-Oriented Community

4 active listings • Median ~$775K • Avg DOM ~160

Opukea is one of Lahaina’s more closely watched condo communities, combining fee-simple ownership, West Maui location, and ownership structure. Buyers use this guide for inventory, ownership context, and how Opukea compares nearby—not just photos.

Explore current listings, recent sales, and ownership insights for Opukea in Lahaina, Maui.

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2023 Lahaina Fire Notice

This property was impacted by the August 2023 Lahaina wildfire. Conditions, access, and future plans may have changed. Buyers and owners should verify current status and redevelopment timelines with the appropriate sources.

Overview

Opukea is a Lahaina Town, low-rise, residential-feel condo community on Keawe Street. It suits buyers who want fee simple ownership in a newer inland Lahaina project with pool and walkable beach access—not a short-term vacation rental complex. Built in 2008 with about 114 units across seven four-story buildings.

Rental Potential & Investment Insights

Short-term rental potential hinges on association rules, county requirements, and how Opukea operates day to day. Recorded STR posture: No. That framing matters for both income planning and owner-use schedules.

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.

Newer Lahaina town community (2008) with mountain and garden views. Vacation rentals are not allowed; long-term rentals are permitted. Fee simple ownership; Hawaiiana Management.

Pricing is hovering near $775,000 across this MLS slice—model HOA, taxes, and financing before banking on rent.

Quick facts

  • Year built2008
  • Units114
  • Floors4
  • OceanfrontNo
  • Short-term rentalNo
  • Minatoya listNo
  • ZoningM-1
  • OwnershipFee Simple
  • ParkingSurface

Amenities

Pool • BBQ area • Recreation areas • Elevator • Walk to beach access

Lifestyle

Day-to-day life at Opukea is shaped by Lahaina: a comparatively residential day-to-day cadence within West Maui. Local marketing frequently tags the community with lahaina town • low-rise • owner-oriented community.

Walkability, parking, and resort traffic ebb and flow with season—visit at different times of day if Opukea is a serious contender.

Buyer fit

Buyers who want Lahaina Town positioning with clear community character often shortlist Opukea—especially when town-adjacent convenience and neighborhood texture matches their goals.

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

Investors typically weigh Opukea on documented STR posture (No), guest demand in Lahaina, and how reserves and assessments fit the model.

Zoning is listed as M-1—use it as context, then confirm how it interacts with association rules and county requirements for your intended use.

Underwriting should stay unit-specific: two stacks in the same building can perform very differently.

Pros & Considerations

Pros

  • Lahaina Town
  • Low-Rise
  • Owner-Oriented Community

Considerations

  • No short-term rental—limits income potential if you wanted rental revenue
  • Not oceanfront—pricing and comps differ from beachfront neighbors
  • Location tradeoffs in Lahaina—validate beach access, noise, and parking on visits

Market Snapshot

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

Median (MLS blend)

$775,000

$ / sqft (range)

$552–657/sqft

Avg. days on market

~160

Active listings

4

Closed sales (12 mo)

2

Pricing in the current MLS window clusters near a $775,000 midpoint when blending active and recent closed activity. Several active options give buyers room to compare floor plans and views before deciding.

$/sqft has stayed relatively tight—about $552/sqft to $657/sqft in the MLS window we’re using.

Expect closer to 160 days on market in this slice—buyers have runway to compare, negotiate, and line up financing.

There is evidence of negotiation in this window—worth comparing each comp’s starting ask vs closed figure with your advisor.

Unit Types & Views

Inventory tied to Opukea skews toward 2-bedroom, and 3-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, resort-style amenities, ocean views, 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 Opukea from the MLS.

Active listings at Opukea

Location & Nearby West Maui Highlights

Opukea is located in Lahaina Town, within Lahaina. Lahaina 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.

Lahaina-area access and services continue to evolve—verify what matters for your commute and daily errands against current conditions.

Lahaina • Lahaina Town

1001 Keawe St

  • Lahaina
  • Lahaina Town

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Building Intelligence & Ownership Insights

Opukea in Lahaina deserves the same diligence as any Maui condo: understand construction era (year built near 2008), community scale (~114 units), 4 floors, and how those factors influence maintenance, insurance, and long-term upkeep.

Zoning (M-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—Opukea is no exception.

  • Short-term rental:No
  • Ownership:Fee Simple

FAQ

  • Are short-term rentals allowed at Opukea?

    Opukea short-term rental status: No.

  • Is Opukea fee simple?

    Opukea ownership type is listed as Fee Simple.

  • Is Opukea a good investment?

    Suitability depends on timeline, financing, and tolerance for HOA costs and rental regulation. Newer Lahaina town community (2008) with mountain and garden views. Vacation rentals are not allowed; long-term rentals are permitted. Fee simple ownership; Hawaiiana Management. Review association documents, rental rules, and recent sales with a licensed professional—avoid treating any building as a generic “yes” or “no.”

  • Is Opukea oceanfront?

    We do not flag Opukea as oceanfront; many units may still capture ocean or partial views. Confirm on the unit you are considering.

  • Can you short-term rent at Opukea?

    Short-term rental posture is summarized as: No. Confirm current association and county requirements before marketing a rental.

  • Is Opukea 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 Opukea offer?

    Opukea includes amenities such as: Pool • BBQ area • Recreation areas • Elevator • Walk to beach access

  • What is the location like for Opukea?

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

  • When was Opukea built?

    Year built is listed near 2008. Phasing and renovations may span multiple years—confirm for your building section.

How Opukea Compares

Within Lahaina, Opukea is frequently cross-shopped with communities such as Aina Nalu, Lahaina Residential, Lahaina Roads, Lahaina Shores. 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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