Posted by Kevin Spaise, RS on August 20th, 2010 |
Tags: Condos, For Sale, Hawaii, Hoolei, Kanani Wailea, Luxury, Maui, Papali, REO, Wailea
If you’ve been, than you know: there aren’t many places in the world that can top Wailea when it comes to lifestyle. The weather is incredible; South Maui’s legendary “endless summer” makes it a beach day all year round. The whales leap from the water during season (December through March), within full view of the shore. And the manicured resort lifestyle, clean, green, lush, and wonderfully maintained, underscores the fact that you have truly arrived in paradise.
Wailea caters mostly to condo living, but lately, that’s come with a twist. The newer properties, like the spectacular Ho’olei (across from the Grand Wailea), Kai Malu (inland a half mile,with great ocean views), Kanani Wailea (bordering Kihei, at the north end of Wailea), and Papali (near the Palms condos) are more like single family homes in a condo setting.

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My favorite deal of the week is this astonishing gated community home (MLS# 236259) located in the lowest-priced condo in the Golf Villas, located in the prestigious Mauna Lani Resort. At $349,900, this 2 bed / 2 bath offers 1100 square feet of living space and a one-car garage. Talk about upgraded, this home’s roomy kitchen has it all; granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, tile flooring, crown molding and an island bar! Entertain your guests on the pleasant lanai complete with an outdoor barbeque. Read entire post →
Posted by Rustin Singleton, RS on August 15th, 2010 |
Tags: Condos, Deals, For Sale, Foreclosures, Kaanapali, Kaanapali Royal, Maui, REO, West Side
Fantastic opportunity to own a huge condo for very little money.
This Kaanapali Royal REO (MLS# 344541) is priced at $309,900. Located in F building ,#302, which is the top floor. The lowest sold comp here was $490,000 a few months ago. This unit is geared toward an owner occupant. The bank is only taking offers from owner occupants for the first 16 days and then it will be opened up to investors. Read entire post →
You can own this home with as little as 3% down.

This contemporary 2 story home has pleasant horizon views
This 3 bedroom, 2 and half bath home, with a 2 car garage (MLS# 237275) in Kamani Trees is not to be overlooked. Priced at $294,900, with a little TLC and water to the landscaping, in a short time you could have your friends over to enjoy the cookouts from your backyard lanai.
Kamani Tree’s is located in Kona town and close to the beach. My favorite beach is Laaloa Beach Read entire post →
Prospective buyers looking in the Hawi and Kapa’au area we call “Kohala” are often puzzled by the jump in prices from the little plantation-era cottages that today sell for $300,000 or less, to the $1 million and up range in communities like Maliu Ridge. There doesn’t seem to be much listed in the middle. That’s why I was so excited to see two great deals last week, one a price reduced short sale (MLS 235163) and one a new REO –the technical term for “foreclosure” (MLS 237400) – for under $500,000 !
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Posted by Ilona Coffey, RS on August 5th, 2010 |
Tags: Architecture, Deals, For Sale, Frank Lloyd Wright, Hawaii, Homes, Honolulu, Kauai, Oahu, Ossipoff, REO, Wailua

Liljestrand House above Honolulu
Most everyone who appreciates architecture knows Frank Lloyd Wright’s work, and in Hawaii, we had another great man who left his mark on our beautiful islands.
Vladimir Ossipoff has been called “the master of Hawaii Modern architecture,” ”the dean of residential architects in Hawaii,” and “the premier postwar designer of kama’aina-style residences in Honolulu.” Perhaps the most famous of which is the Liljestrand House pictured here.

Ossipoff’s Liljestrand House with views of Honolulu.
Today, on Kauai, you can purchase a home designed by Ossipoff that is currently listed as an REO for just over $400K (MLS# 235840). It sits on the rim overlooking the Wailua River Valley on Kauai’s fabulous East Side. The views are incredible from this simple home that need just a bit of TLC.
My husband and I looked at this home a few years ago and thought it was an amazing opportunity at just under $1M. Read entire post →
This property is on Lot 30 (MLS# 235084) 1.65 acres with a 5,795 sq foot 4 bedroom 4 bath home.

Enjoy the best the Big Island landscape can offer! This is a purchase opportunity few have been offered, so don’t miss out!
The lowest and highest residential sale in the past 12 months is for $3,500,000. and $11,759,000.
Auction Date: September 3, 2010
Registration Due by August 31, 2010
Bank owned with no minimum bid!
Contact us to arrange viewing or bidding seat at auction.
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This week on Kauai 5 properties were reverted back to the lender on the courthouse steps. Approximately 30 auctions were postponed til dates in August and September. 12 new listings are distressed properties. The distressed property market is primarily composed of two things:
- REO (Real Estate Owned) – These properties have already been foreclosed on by the lien holder, assigned to an asset management company, and relisted with an REO agent.
- Short Sales – these properties may or may not be in foreclosure but the proceeds of the sale will be less than what is owed to the lienholder and thus require lienholder approval.
Two of the best North Shore values that just listed are in Princeville proper, where an owner can have a legitimate vacation rental. Princeville is sanctioned by the county of Kauai for this purpose since it lies within the VDA (visitor destination area).

8th hole of Prince Course from Villas on the Prince
Villas on the Prince – Unit 30
This 3 bedroom, 3 bath townhome (MLS# 237228) looks out at the Hanalei mountains and overlooks the world renowned Prince Golf Course. This is a short sale with Bank of America and is listed at $579,000. Remember, the pricing requires lienholder approval so it may sell for more than this in the end. The unit is in clean shape and is unfurnished.

5141 Kapiolani Loop
This single family home ( MLS# 237229) is probably the best value for a home under $600,000 in Princeville. It features 5 bedrooms, including two upstairs with spacious lanai and pretty mountain views. The practical laminate flooring is easy to maintain in Kauai and there is a great garden and backyard that can keep you busy if you nurture it. Priced at only $549,000, this home must be sold within two weeks. Read entire post →

Located in Holualoa, down a private road this home or should I say homes is full of possibilities.

This is a fixer, but with a little TLC you could make this once ideal home into your perfect retreat
The main house has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths & a loft, with high cedar ceilings. The guest cottage has 1 bedroom, 1 bath. All for $352,690 (MLS# 236673).
The current assessed value is at $508,700—the asking price is 30% off fo this! Once you have repaired this home, you too will enjoy relaxing by the pool and hot tub, all while taking in the breathtaking Kona sunsets.
The historic village of Holualoa sits on the western side of Mt. Hualalai and is at a cool 1300 foot elevation. In the village you will notice it has many art galleries that show cases the work of many local artists, restaurants, cafes, deli’s, a post office, and Paul’s general store. Be sure not to miss out on your favorite coffee farm and sample the rich taste of Kona coffee.
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Contact Tara Kelly, RS for more information (808) 542-6014
Posted by Alex Cortez, RS on July 21st, 2010 |
Tags: Deals, For Sale, Foreclosures, Hawaii, Homes, REO, South Side, Wailea, Wailea Pualani
Wailea Pualani Foreclosure is listed for over $500K less than comparable properties.

This Wailea foreclosures is listed way below comparable properties in the area
One of the newest communities in the master-planned Wailea district, Wailea Pualani consists of 92 custom-designed homes on 32 tropical, well-landscaped acres of prime Maui real estate. With gated access and a private 2.5 acre recreational park, residents enjoy privacy and a small-community atmosphere.
And for those looking to purchase in Wailea Pualani, a recently listed REO (MLS # 343841) offers an amazing opportunity. Listed at a $928K, this is by far the lowest priced home in Wailea Pualani Read entire post →