Editor's note
This page reflects Lahaina as it existed before the devastating wildfires of August 2023. We are working to update our content so that it more accurately reflects the community as it recovers.
Lahaina
Located in Maui County
Rich in history
Long ago a haven for whalers and missionaries, Lahaina is a charming seaport town with a colorful personality. “As one of Maui's oldest towns,” says Jordan Kamikawa, Realtor with Hawaii Life Real Estate, “Lahaina is rich in history. In the early nineteenth century, it was the capital of the Hawaiian kingdom.” Here, you’ll find landmarks like the Old Lahaina Courthouse, constructed in 1859 from the remains of King Kamehameha’s palace. Now serving as a visitors’ center, museum and gallery, it holds Hawaii’s original flag and a host of local treasures.
Upgraded condos and to-be-built estates
Lahaina is a pleasant place to live or visit, beloved by residents and tourists. Kamikawa says “the blend of residential homes and vacation rentable properties are part of its appeal. You’ll find an eclectic mix of people and lifestyles.” In Lahaina, you can see rare 75-acre properties suitable for multiple homes for upwards of $12 million; to-be-built estates in the Makila neighborhood going for $8 million; and newly constructed island cottages with panoramic ocean views for around $3.5 million. You can also find upgraded condos built in the 60s and ‘70s ranging from $700,000 to $1.2 million. Newer inland condos go for under $900,000 and feature majestic mountain views. Near the community’s intermediate school, single- and two-story plantation-style homes along North Niheu Place built in the ‘80s range from $1 million to $1.5 million.
Walkable schools
Three public schools in Lahaina, Princess Nahi’ena’ena Elementary, Lahaina Intermediate and Lahainaluna High, are all located within walking distance of each other. Lahainaluna High serves local ninth through 12th graders as well as students from the outer islands in their boarding program. In 2023, the 52nd annual David Malo Day Ho’olaule’a was held at Lahainaluna High’s boarding field. The celebration featured performances by Lahainaluna High's Hawaiiana Club and boarders chorus to honor the significance of hula song and dance traditions that nurture Lahaina’s ‘ohana and community.
Oceanside parks
For fun in the park close to anywhere you live, manicured green spaces are sprinkled throughout Lahaina. Along the ocean, the eight-acre Wahikuli Wayside Park is a favorite spot to snorkel with sea turtles. You can also swim in the clear waters of Baby Beach, where locals bring their families to play or relax in a beach chair along its calm edge. A long coral reef at the south end keeps waves at bay, and you can expect to find a coconut or two as you stroll the shore. Surfers head to the waves at the north end to perfect their moves.
Shopping, dining and Maui's oldest banyan tree
When you’re ready to explore Lahaina’s dining and shopping just down the path from Baby Beach, Kamikawa says, “Front Street is a main attraction. It’s where you’ll find art galleries, oceanfront restaurants, shops and Maui's oldest living banyan tree.” This famous tree was planted by missionaries in 1873. At a span of more than 200 feet, it’s officially the largest banyan in the United States. Locals and visitors are drawn to the Old Lahaina Luau for traditional hula shows, storytelling and feasting with a breathtaking ocean vista. This is one of the best places to capture remarkable photos of palms silhouetted in the Maui sunset before the tiki torches are lit. At Old Lahaina Luau you’ll learn about Hawaiian culture, feel the drums in your soul and indulge in generous servings of stone-roasted kalua pig, sweet potato mash, local greens and breadbaskets with honey-guava butter.
You can also savor fine dining at the elegant, art-filled Lahaina Grill just off Front Street, voted the #1 fine dining restaurant in the U.S. in 2022 by TripAdvisor. Treat yourself or your date to a kona coffee roasted rack of lamb, center-cut filet mignon or local mahi mahi topped off with key lime pie, brulee or peanut butter mousse cake. And if you’d like a taste of Lahaina’s own craft beverages, head to Kohola Brewery for award-winning premium beers including Lahaina Haze and Story Pale Ale. Drop by for a flight served with locally made pretzels and cookies, or bring your own food in while enjoying karaoke, trivia nights or a calendar of live music events.
Clothing and grocery essentials are covered in Lahaina, from the dozens of brand-name stores at the oceanfront Outlets of Maui to the Lahaina Cannery Mall featuring a Safeway, CVS and Starbucks. From its ancient culture to its lively current, Lahaina offers a feast of relaxation, entertainment and conveniences.
Written By
Lia Girard
Photography Contributed By
Harry Antipala
Video By
Jessica Johnson
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Gail Swanson
Gail Swanson
Hawaiian Style Realty LLC
(808) 707-8661
34 Total Sales
3 in Lahaina
$399K - $2M Price Range
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Karin Carlson
Karin Carlson
Hawaii Life (W)
(808) 793-4821
28 Total Sales
1 in Lahaina
$513,000 Price
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Gloria Ezera
Gloria Ezera
Fine Island Properties LLC
(808) 793-4445
44 Total Sales
3 in Lahaina
$439K - $1.3M Price Range
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Christopher Barca
Christopher Barca
Compass-W
(808) 500-7708
113 Total Sales
4 in Lahaina
$274K - $1.7M Price Range
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Kelly Lau
Kelly Lau
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Island Prop(P)
(808) 500-9205
33 Total Sales
2 in Lahaina
$1.2M - $1.9M Price Range
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Gail Johnson-Wheeler
Gail Johnson-Wheeler
Romvari Realty Ltd
(808) 731-2544
29 Total Sales
1 in Lahaina
$1,082,500 Price
Schools
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- Pre-K to 5th
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- 6th to 8th
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- 9th to 12th
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Lahaina Housing Trends
On average, homes in Lahaina, HI sell after 110 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Lahaina, HI over the last 12 months is $1,132,500, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,275,000
Median Sale Price
$1,132,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$2,999,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$906,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,250,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
9%
Last 12 months Home Sales
288
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,282
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes for Sale
407
Months of Supply
17.00
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jul 122 - 5pm
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Sunday, Jul 1311am - 2pm
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Sunday, Jul 1311am - 5pm
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,040 - $3,200 per month
- Sunset Terrace
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 444+ Sq Ft
- 3626 Lower Honoapiilani Rd
- Lahaina, HI
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$5,186 - $5,634 per month
- Wailele Ridge of Maui
- 1-5 Beds
- 1-3 Baths
- 573+ Sq Ft
- 10 Wailele Kai Ln
- Lahaina, HI
Condo Buildings
Distribution of Home Values
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
Lahaina Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
11,786
Median Age
40
Population under 18
24.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$69,999
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$99,953
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.2%
College Graduates
24.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.8%
% Population in Labor Force
74%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
28''
Average Winter Low Temperature
66°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
3
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
14
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.