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Kahana
Beachfront • Mixed Use • Resort Living
5 active listings • Median ~$2.1M • Avg DOM ~229
In Kahana, Sands of Kahana pairs beachfront positioning with fee-simple ownership. The ownership story matters as much as the view corridor.
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Sands of Kahana is a beachfront, mixed-use, and resort-style condo community in Kahana. It is well suited to buyers who want a stronger waterfront setting, everyday livability, and fee simple ownership. Built in 1982 with about 196 units.
Short-term rental potential hinges on association rules, county requirements, and how Sands of Kahana operates day to day. Recorded STR posture: Yes. 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.
Large oceanfront complex with sizable floor plans and strong family-rental appeal.
Beachfront • Pool • Tennis courts • Restaurant
Day-to-day life at Sands of Kahana is shaped by Kahana: a resort-oriented rhythm with seasonal guest energy. For many owners, proximity to the shoreline defines daily rhythm.
Walkability, parking, and resort traffic ebb and flow with season—visit at different times of day if Sands of Kahana is a serious contender.
Buyers who want Kahana positioning with clear community character often shortlist Sands of Kahana—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.
Investors typically weigh Sands of Kahana on documented STR posture (Yes), guest demand in Kahana, and how reserves and assessments fit the model.
Zoning is listed as R-2 / Timeshare—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.
Derived from West Maui MLS matches for Sands of Kahana; figures shift as inventory turns.
Median (MLS blend)
$2,089,500
$ / sqft (range)
$759–1,228/sqft
Avg. days on market
~229
Active listings
5
Closed sales (12 mo)
1
Pricing in the current MLS window clusters near a $2,089,500 midpoint when blending active and recent closed activity. Several active options give buyers room to compare floor plans and views before deciding.
Expect a wide $759/sqft–$1,228/sqft /sqft band as views and floor plans diverge.
Expect closer to 229 days on market in this slice—buyers have runway to compare, negotiate, and line up financing.
Recent MLS activity at Sands of Kahana spans 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.
In current and recent marketing copy, resort-style amenities, generous lanai space, turnkey rental readiness, interior updates, and ocean views surface repeatedly—useful signal, but confirm on the unit you pursue.
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Based on current listings, pricing trends, and overall value within this building.
$2,299,000
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,085 sq ft
Strong rental-ready context
Sands of Kahana 171
$2,199,000
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,790 sq ft
Standout views & premium positioning
Sands of Kahana 456
$2,550,000
2 bd · 2 ba · 2,085 sq ft
Standout views & premium positioning
Sands of Kahana 281
$1,200,000
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,580 sq ft
Best value in the building right now
Sands of Kahana 134
$1,895,000
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,660 sq ft
Best value in the building right now
Sands of Kahana 324
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Book a Quick BreakdownClosed sales at Sands of Kahana from the MLS.
9 closed sales at Sands of Kahana.
5 current listings at Sands of Kahana.
Sands of Kahana is located in Kahana, within Lahaina. Kahana 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.
Kahana
4299 Lower Honoapiilani Rd
See where Sands of Kahana sits relative to nearby resorts, beaches, and West Maui condo communities.
Sands of Kahana in Kahana deserves the same diligence as any Maui condo: understand construction era (year built near 1982), community scale (~196 units), 9 floors, and how those factors influence maintenance, insurance, and long-term upkeep.
Zoning (R-2 / Timeshare) 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—Sands of Kahana is no exception.
Sands of Kahana short-term rental status: Allowed (hotel-zoned / broader guide).
Sands of Kahana ownership type is listed as Fee Simple.
Suitability depends on timeline, financing, and tolerance for HOA costs and rental regulation. Large oceanfront complex with sizable floor plans and strong family-rental appeal. Review association documents, rental rules, and recent sales with a licensed professional—avoid treating any building as a generic “yes” or “no.”
Sands of Kahana is flagged as oceanfront in our building summary. Verify views and setback for the specific unit before purchasing.
Short-term rental posture is summarized as: Yes. Confirm current association and county requirements before marketing a rental.
Ownership type is listed as Fee Simple. Confirm the interest conveyed on your purchase contract and title report.
Sands of Kahana includes amenities such as: Beachfront • Pool • Tennis courts • Restaurant
Sands of Kahana is in Kahana (Kahana). Buyers often weigh beach access, walkability, and drive time to Lahaina, Kaanapali, and Kapalua depending on lifestyle.
Year built is listed near 1982. Phasing and renovations may span multiple years—confirm for your building section.
Within Kahana, Sands of Kahana is frequently cross-shopped with communities such as Hololani, Kahana Falls, Kahana Manor, Kahana Outrigger. 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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