Wailea Condominium Guide
Makaliʻi at Wailea
A gated collection of contemporary two-story residences combining mid-century-modern-inspired architecture, private garages, courtyards, expansive glass and a substantial residents’ club in a low-density setting above the Wailea coast.
Pet Policy Notice: Condominium pet rules change frequently. While this complex has historically allowed pets, current association rules (including size, weight, and breed restrictions) must be independently verified.
Makaliʻi at Wailea Condos for Sale
A Different Architectural Direction for Wailea
Makaliʻi is one of Wailea’s newer residential condominium communities. It contains 68 attached residences in 17 four-unit buildings. The architecture departs from the Mediterranean, plantation and conventional resort styles found elsewhere in Wailea. Its design is commonly described as mid-century modern or Hawaiian modern.
Each residence has two levels and a private entry. Enclosed garages, courtyards and generous glass create a home-like experience. The community is elevated and inland rather than beachfront. Many residences have ocean, outer-island, golf-course or mountain outlooks, but views vary.
The residents’ club provides a central recreational and social setting. The community is residential rather than short-term-rental oriented. It appeals to primary residents, second-home owners, seasonal residents, and buyers wanting newer construction, a private garage, and a townhome over a stacked condominium.
The Appeal
What Makes Makaliʻi Different
A Recognizable Modern Design
Makaliʻi’s angular rooflines, expansive windows, strong horizontal forms and natural-toned materials give the community a visual identity unlike most other Wailea condominium developments.
Private Garage Ownership
Every residence was designed with an enclosed garage rather than an open condominium parking stall. Garage size, driveway configuration and interior access vary by plan.
Only Four Homes Per Building
Each building contains four attached residences, creating a smaller-scale environment with fewer immediate neighbors than a conventional condominium building.
Courtyard and Lanai Living
Private courtyards and covered lanais extend the usable living space outdoors. The size, orientation, sun exposure and privacy of these spaces vary considerably among plans and building positions.
A Residential Club Setting
The Makaliʻi Residents’ Club combines a long infinity-edge pool, fitness facilities, spa features and social areas in a central space intended for everyday owner use rather than hotel guests.
From Contemporary Vision to Completed Community
Project marketing and sales began in the mid-to-late 2010s, with construction starting around 2017–2018. Buildings were delivered in phases, and later residences are commonly recorded with construction years through approximately 2021. Makaliʻi is now completed and established in the resale market.
Mid-Century Modern Influence in a Tropical Setting
The low-rise four-residence buildings feature two-story townhome plans, angular roof forms, broad roof overhangs, horizontal lines, and expansive glass. Clerestory windows where applicable bring in natural light and cross ventilation. Private entries, courtyards, covered lanais, earth-toned materials, and tropical landscaping foster indoor-outdoor relationships.
While the visual appeal is modern, the ownership considerations remain practical: large windows require cleaning and sun management, two-level layouts require daily use of stairs, and courtyards need drainage and landscape care.
Understanding the Makaliʻi Site Plan
The 17 buildings are arranged across upper and lower site positions. Building numbers and residence letters identify the four-unit arrangement. Buyers should evaluate upper versus lower rows, ocean-facing versus golf-facing orientation, end versus interior placement, road exposure, club proximity, driveway slope, and guest-parking proximity.
The four residences within a building are not interchangeable. A, B, C, and D designations correspond to end or interior location, floor-plan type, garage size, courtyard placement, and ocean or golf orientation. Identical bedroom counts can still differ through mirrored plans, window placement, garage configuration, and adjacent-building sightlines.
Two- and Three-Bedroom Townhome Plans
Makaliʻi features two distinct two-bedroom plans and two distinct three-bedroom plans, ranging from approximately 1,574 to 1,802 square feet of interior area.
| Bedrooms | Bathrooms | Approx. Interior Sq. Ft. |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 - 2.5 | 1,574+ |
| 3 | 3 | 1,802 |
Two-Bedroom Residences
Approximately 1,574 square feet for at least one plan, featuring two bedrooms, two levels, a one-car garage for applicable plans, private courtyard, covered lanai, open kitchen, and central air conditioning. Suitable for couples, seasonal owners, and buyers wanting a guest room or office.
Three-Bedroom Residences
Approximately 1,802 square feet for one commonly listed plan. Features two-story living, one- or two-car garages depending on plan, primary-suite placement, courtyard, lanai, laundry, and storage. Ideal for full-time households, extended guest stays, and remote work.
How the Two-Level Layout Changes Daily Life
Two-story living offers separation between living and sleeping areas, greater privacy for guests, a more home-like layout, and defined outdoor spaces. However, it requires daily stair use, moving furniture between levels, and consideration for accessibility, children, and pets.
Contemporary Interiors Designed Around Light
Residences were originally delivered with open kitchen and living areas, expansive windows, premium flooring, stone or quartz counters, contemporary cabinetry, central air conditioning, and high ceilings. Resale interiors may now include custom cabinetry, replacement flooring, automated shades, and built-in storage.
The Social and Recreational Center
Makaliʻi Residents’ Club
- Approximately 100-foot infinity-edge pool
- Spa or hot tub
- Fitness center
- Sauna and steam room
- Locker or changing facilities
- Covered pavilion
- Outdoor kitchen or barbecue area
What It Feels Like to Live at Makaliʻi
Morning light streams through expansive windows as you enjoy coffee in the courtyard or on the lanai. A short drive downhill brings you toward Polo Beach. The Residents’ Club provides a central recreational setting, while the private garage allows for easy storage of beach and golf equipment.
While the lifestyle is appealing, practical realities exist: it is not beachfront, and the return from the coast is uphill. Most residents will use a vehicle for beach gear and groceries. Two-story living means daily stair use, and views differ by residence.
What Is Realistically Walkable?
Polo Beach, Wailea Beach Path, Fairmont Kea Lani area, Wailea Blue Golf Course, Wailea Village, and The Shops at Wailea are nearby. Walking depends on building position, hills, heat, traffic crossings, mobility, and what the resident is carrying.
Residential Use
Makaliʻi is intended as a residential community, and governing rules prohibit transient vacation-rental use. Buyers should verify current county law and association leasing restrictions, including the current minimum lease term and tenant registration.
Association & Ownership
Ownership may include a Makaliʻi condominium maintenance fee and a Wailea Community Association assessment. Fees may cover building exteriors, roofs, common roads, gates, landscaping, pool, spa, fitness center, and reserves.
What Buyers Should Understand
Compare the Exact Floor Plan
Makaliʻi includes multiple two- and three-bedroom layouts. Bedroom count alone does not reveal garage size, stair arrangement, courtyard orientation or window exposure.
Evaluate Daily Stair Use
All verified residences are townhome-style layouts. Buyers should consider groceries, luggage, guests, children, pets and long-term mobility before choosing a plan.
Verify the View
Ocean and golf outlooks vary by building, residence side, landscaping and neighboring roofs. Evaluate the view from each important room rather than relying only on listing photography.
Measure the Garage
One- and two-car garages differ in dimensions and storage capacity. Confirm vehicle clearance, driveway approach and permitted storage before purchasing.
Review Residential-Use Rules
Makaliʻi is not structured around nightly vacation rentals. Verify the current minimum lease term, tenant rules and guest policies.
Study the Association Documents
Review budgets, reserves, insurance, board minutes, maintenance responsibilities and planned capital work even though the community is relatively new.
Understanding Value at Makaliʻi
Buyers should not rely on price per square foot alone. Value differences result from floor plan, building, residence side, view, garage size, courtyard, upgrades, privacy, road or golf exposure, and club proximity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Selling a Makaliʻi Residence
Effective marketing should distinguish the floor plan, building, residence letter, ocean or golf orientation, garage size, courtyard, lanai, interior upgrades, and privacy. Accurate view photography, floor-plan graphics, and highlighting the Residents’ Club are essential. Pricing should compare similar garage configurations, views, and recent Makaliʻi sales.
Considering a Residence
Thinking About Living at Makaliʻi?
Makaliʻi combines contemporary architecture, private garages, two-story townhome layouts, courtyards and a substantial residents’ club in a low-density setting near the southern end of Wailea.
Choosing the right residence requires comparing the floor plan, building position, view, garage and ownership goals. Real Maui Life can help you compare available units and identify the residence that best fits your lifestyle.
Information is compiled from current condominium documents, association information, Maui County records, MLS data, Wailea Community Association resources, historical development materials and reliable local sources believed accurate but not guaranteed. Buyers should independently verify all information before purchasing.