South Kihei Condominium Guide
Island Surf
Upper-floor condominium living at the center of Kihei's Kalama Park and Cove corridor.
Island Surf Condos for Sale
Current active residential condominium listings at Island Surf.
Island Surf Isn't a Typical Kihei Condo
Island Surf doesn't fit the usual Kihei condominium formula. It isn't a sprawling resort property with multiple low-rise buildings, tropical lawns and internal drives.
Instead, it occupies a highly visible mixed-use building along South Kihei Road near Kalama Park and Cove Park, with commercial activity below and residential condominiums above. That creates a very different ownership experience.
Potential advantages include a central location, strong walkability, upper-floor views, elevator access, and immediate proximity to Kalama Park and Cove Park. Potential considerations include South Kihei Road activity, commercial uses, elevator dependence, and the mixed-use association structure.
At Island Surf, buyers need to understand both the unit and the building.
Understanding Mixed-Use Ownership
Commercial space below. Condominiums above. Here's what that means for buyers.
More Than Just Condos
A mixed-use building requires different due diligence than a purely residential property. Buyers need to understand how the condominium regime is structured between commercial owners and residential owners.
- Expense Allocation: How are maintenance and insurance costs divided between commercial and residential elements?
- Parking: How is parking allocated between residential owners, commercial owners, and retail customers?
- Commercial Activity: Operating hours, customer traffic, deliveries, and commercial systems can affect the residential experience.
Different commercial tenants can change over time. A buyer should investigate the current businesses and the location of a residence relative to them.
Know Island Surf
A Floor-By-Floor Guide
Lower Levels
The ground and lower levels are dedicated to commercial space, retail, offices, and services. This creates immediate convenience but also brings public activity to the base of the building.
Upper Levels
The residential condominiums are located on the upper floors. Elevation provides separation from street-level activity and creates the potential for elevated views of Kalama Park, the ocean, or Haleakala depending on orientation.
Find Your Island Surf Unit
Understanding a unit number is critical. The floor and stack determine the orientation, view, and relationship to the commercial spaces below.
Inside Island Surf
Upper-floor living with a variety of floor plans and orientations.
Individually Owned Residences
Built in the early 1970s, Island Surf's residential interiors vary dramatically. Buyers may encounter original interiors, older remodels, or fully renovated modern spaces with updated kitchens, flooring, and air conditioning systems.
Understanding the Views
At Island Surf, the view depends entirely on the floor, stack, and orientation. Potential views include the Pacific Ocean, Kalama Park, Cove Park, the West Maui Mountains, Haleakala, or central Kihei. Do not assume all units have ocean views.
Building Amenities
Resort & On-Site Amenities
Island Surf features a second-floor outdoor pool deck, BBQ grilling areas, elevator access, and on-site commercial shops and services right below your residence.
Outdoor Swimming Pool
An elevated outdoor pool deck providing a private place to relax and cool off, separated from street-level traffic.
BBQ & Recreation Deck
On-site BBQ grilling facilities and outdoor seating areas for resident gatherings and sunset dining.
Commercial Shops & Dining
Ground-floor retail, surf shops, offices, and cafes offer immediate walk-up convenience without leaving the building.
The Front Yard
Kalama Park & The Cove
Kalama Park
Island Surf is located directly across from Kalama Park, a massive coastal park that serves as the recreational heart of Kihei. It features walking paths, large lawns, sports courts, a skate park, pavilions, and shoreline access.
Living near a large public park provides incredible access to recreation and sunsets, but it also brings public events, pedestrian activity, and sports traffic.
Cove Park
Just a short walk south is Cove Park, central Kihei's primary surfing destination. Known for its beginner-friendly waves, surf schools, and paddleboarding, The Cove adds a distinct surf-town energy to the immediate neighborhood.
One of Kihei's Most Walkable Locations?
Island Surf's central location creates exceptional convenience. Within a 10-to-15-minute walk, residents can access Kalama Park, Cove Park, Charley Young Beach, grocery stores, coffee shops, numerous restaurants, bars, and shopping centers.
Dining & Coffee
Immediate access to South Kihei Road's vibrant restaurant and cafe scene.
Beaches & Parks
Kalama Park is across the street; Cove Park and Charley Young Beach are a short walk south.
Everyday Needs
Groceries, convenience stores, and services are all within the immediate neighborhood.
What Buyers Should Know
Practical considerations for owning in a mixed-use 1970s building.
Mixed Use
Understand how expenses, insurance, and parking are allocated between commercial and residential owners.
Floor & Stack
Vertical position and orientation determine the view, privacy, and exposure to road or commercial activity.
Parking
Verify the residential parking allocation and understand the rules separating owner stalls from commercial customer parking.
Renovation
Individual residential interiors vary widely. Verify the condition of the unit, AC systems, and laundry configurations.
Building Systems
Review association history regarding elevators, plumbing, concrete, roof, and fire/life-safety systems.
Rental Use
Verify current Maui County zoning and AOAO rules regarding short-term vacation rentals and long-term occupancy.
Local Perspective
"Island Surf isn't the property to choose because you want to disappear inside a resort. Its location does almost the opposite. Kalama Park is right there. Cove Park is nearby. South Kihei Road runs past the building. Restaurants, shops and everyday Kihei activity surround the area."
That can make Island Surf exceptionally convenient for the right buyer. But it also means you need to understand exactly what you're buying. Which floor? Which direction does the unit face? What's below it? Where is the parking stall? What commercial businesses currently operate in the building? At Island Surf, the address tells you the location. The floor and stack tell you the experience.
Recent Residential Sales
Frequently Asked Questions
Thinking About Island Surf?
Island Surf puts you in the middle of central Kihei, but choosing the right residence requires understanding more than the location. Floor, orientation, views, commercial uses, parking, elevators, and current rental rules can materially change the purchase.