Wailea/Makena
Discover Wailea and Makena real estate on Maui’s South Shore, offering exclusive homes, ocean views, and refined coastal living in Hawaii’s premier communities.
Discover Wailea and Makena real estate on Maui’s South Shore, offering exclusive homes, ocean views, and refined coastal living in Hawaii’s premier communities.
South Maui’s Most Prestigious Communities
Wailea and Makena are located in South Maui and are widely regarded as the island’s most desirable areas for luxury real estate. Known for their natural beauty, thoughtful development, and lifestyle-driven design, these communities attract buyers seeking both exclusivity and convenience.
Wailea is a master-planned community designed for effortless island living. Its neighborhoods are thoughtfully positioned above Maui’s southern coastline, offering ocean views, manicured landscapes, and proximity to some of the island’s most renowned beaches, including Wailea Beach, Mokapu Beach, and Keawakapu.
Real estate in Wailea includes luxury condominiums, gated residential communities, and custom-built homes. Residents enjoy easy access to championship golf courses such as Wailea Gold, Emerald, and Blue, as well as high-end shopping and dining at The Shops at Wailea.
Wailea homes for sale appeal to buyers seeking a refined lifestyle with resort-style amenities, walkability, and strong long-term property value.
Makena is located just south of Wailea and is known for its low-density development, expansive parcels, and preserved natural surroundings. The area offers some of Maui’s most exclusive real estate, including oceanfront estates and luxury homes with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, Molokini, and Kahoʻolawe.
Makena is home to iconic beaches such as Makena Beach (Big Beach) and Maluaka Beach, as well as proximity to protected conservation lands. This area is ideal for buyers seeking privacy, space, and a quieter residential environment while remaining minutes from Wailea’s amenities.
Makena real estate is especially appealing to those looking for legacy properties, luxury second homes, and estates designed to blend seamlessly with Maui’s natural landscape.
Living in Wailea and Makena means enjoying year-round sunshine, outdoor recreation, and an elevated coastal lifestyle. Residents benefit from:
World-class beaches and snorkeling
Championship golf courses and private clubs
Luxury resorts, spas, and wellness experiences
Fine dining and upscale shopping in South Maui
Despite their international reputation, Wailea and Makena maintain a strong sense of residential privacy and community.
Navigating Wailea and Makena real estate requires local insight and strategic guidance. Neighborhood nuances, zoning considerations, short-term rental regulations, and oceanfront factors all play a role in determining property value.
At MacArthur Team Maui, we specialize exclusively in South Maui luxury real estate. Our team provides buyers and sellers with market expertise, neighborhood-level insight, and a personalized approach tailored to each client’s goals.
29,249 people live in Wailea/Makena, where the median age is 44.7 and the average individual income is $51,354. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Wailea/Makena, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Miss Booty Bakes, Chang Farms, and Maui Stand Up Paddle Boarding LLC.
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| Dining | 2.91 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.7 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.76 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.5 miles | 37 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.71 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.94 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.5 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.01 miles | 25 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.5 miles | 18 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.76 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.65 miles | 23 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.32 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.1 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.97 miles | 24 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.39 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.5 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.54 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.5 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.92 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.9 miles | 23 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.55 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Wailea/Makena has 11,187 households, with an average household size of 2.6. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Wailea/Makena do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 29,249 people call Wailea/Makena home. The population density is 804.21 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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