May Monthly Statistics

May monthly statistics update. Information courtesy of The Realtors Association of Maui.

Maui Real Estate Market Snapshot for May 2025: Inventory Increases While Sales Decline

Maui’s real estate market is undergoing a transformation as the summer approaches, with slower sales and more inventory influencing the situation for both buyers and sellers.

Changes in Market Behavior
Overall closed sales in May 2025 decreased by 26.7% for single-family homes and 16.9% for condos, according to the REALTORS® Association of Maui. Days on market, on the other hand, increased dramatically—40.8% for single-family homes and 38.0% for condos—signaling that more properties are remaining on the market for longer, allowing purchasers more time to consider their options.

Trends in Prices
Single-family home prices held steady despite a slowdown in activity. The median price remained consistent from earlier in the year, rising little to $1.3 million. The median price of condos on the market, however, dropped significantly, dropping 10.3% to $762,500. Generally speaking, sellers are getting 95.9% of the list price for single-family homes and 95.2% for condos, which is a little less than what they were asking for.

Growth in Inventory Creates New Possibilities
The increase in inventory is arguably the most noticeable trend. In order to provide potential purchasers additional options, the number of single-family and condo residences for sale increased by 38.5% and 37.8%, respectively. The months’ supply of inventory increased by 73% for condos and 58% for single-family homes, one of the biggest increases Maui has seen in years.

Implications for Both Buyers and Sellers
This is a time of more leverage for buyers. Buyers may be able to haggle over terms or price because there are more listings on the market, there is less competition, and properties take longer to sell. Proper pricing and preparation for a longer period on market are crucial for sellers.

Highlights of the Area

With 19 apartment sales averaging $780,000, Kihei is still a popular destination.

With 14 upscale condo sales averaging more than $3 million, Wailea/Makena stood out.

With 12 properties sold at a median price of $1.39 million, Wailuku had the most single-family activity.

Real estate is hyper-local as usual. Working with an experienced Maui real estate agent is the best approach to handle the present market conditions, whether you’re considering investing, selling, or purchasing.

Keeping Maui Teachers

In an effort to keep teachers impacted by the 2023 wildfires and high cost of living, the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education has begun construction on a $20 million workforce housing project in West Maui. The 47-unit rental project, which is situated between Lahainaluna High School and Princess Nāhiʻenaʻena Elementary, is intended to give displaced or underprivileged Department of Education employees access to inexpensive housing. According to officials, the development is crucial for restoring educational stability and guaranteeing pupils’ regular attendance in class. Employees affected by the fires will be given precedence, and rental prices will be determined by income.

Made In Maui Applications

All Local Creators and Makers Are Invited!

The much awaited 12th Annual 2025 Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival, the pinnacle of island creativity, craftsmanship, and community, the Maui Chamber of Commerce is currently taking vendor applications.

This two-day event, which is scheduled for November 7–8 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center, is your opportunity to interact with wholesale buyers and merchants, exhibit your locally produced goods to thousands of people, and significantly expand your clientele.

Don’t pass this up! The deadline for applications is June 2 at 4:30 p.m.

Be a part of the biggest product exhibition in Maui County by applying now!
For more information, go to MadeInMauiCountyFestival.com.

Community Action Plan

As it starts work on a new three-year Community Action Plan, Maui Economic Opportunity (MEO) is looking for community feedback to help identify the most urgent needs in Maui County.

In order to begin the process of creating the 2027–2030 plan, MEO has made a survey available here. The participation deadline is June 25.

You can reach MEO at (808) 249-2990 for additional information.

Happy Lei Day!

Every year on May 1st, Hawaiʻi celebrates Lei Day, a celebration of the islands’ rich cultural heritage that is marked by the giving and wearing of floral leis, which stand for aloha, friendship, and love. A lively celebration of Hawaiian ancestry on all islands, it is marked by hula, music, and lei-making celebrations. Happy Lei Day!