Kihei, Maui, is called the island's sunny south shore. There are many opportunities to find, purchase and sell Kihei Maui real estate along the oceanfront and along the foothills of the Haleakala volcano. After all, it is a very popular area for vacationers and residents alike.

A Short History of Kihei Maui Real Estate

The area of Kihei is just southwest of the volcano Haleakala and is known for its low rainfall and dry, hot climate. Until 1950, the area was considered unable to be farmed and land was sold at only $225 per acre. However, in the 1960s, the district began piping fresh irrigation and drinking water into the area from central and western parts of the island. Soon, developers began buying up land to create inexpensive but profitable vacation and retirement lodging.

Today, Kihei is known for affordable beachfront housing, condominiums, timeshares, resorts, and the popular Kalama Beach Park. People travel there to enjoy the white sands rather than the lush tropical landscape found in other areas of the island. Kihei is filled with comparatively lower-cost houses and condominiums. Many of these units are built right on the Kama'ole I, II, and III beaches, or at least a few blocks from the sand line.

In February of 2005, the average price for a single family home in Kihei was $1,063,275. Condominiums averaged about $368,587, while land went for around $368,587 per unit. In order to find the right combination of price, location, and amenities, it is a good idea to contact a professional Maui real estate agent--one that can research all available listings and process the right paperwork.