Maui Real Estate Market Update: September 2026
Where condo sales, median prices and West Maui supply stand heading into fall.
Looking for the Best Maui Realtor? Start With Experience, Data & Results
There are hundreds of real estate agents on Maui, and no single agent is right for every buyer or seller. If you're deciding who to trust with a Maui property, I'd look at experience, recent results, local knowledge, negotiation, transparency and whether the agent can actually show you the data behind their advice.
That's the standard we hold ourselves to. Here's who we are, what we've done lately, and what we think you should be asking any Maui real estate agent before you hire them, including us.
Call or Text Eric: 808-298-2030 Search Maui Homes, Condos and Land
Meet Eric and Lisa West
Aloha, we're Eric and Lisa West with Team West Maui at Real Broker. Eric has been selling Maui real estate full-time since 2012 and has represented more than $230M in sales. In 2026, Team West Maui has closed $33M, including three transactions over $5M.
More than 225,000 people follow HawaiiRealEstate.ORG on YouTube, with over 33M lifetime views, because we show Maui honestly: the good, the bad and what we'd want to know if it were our money.
We work as both Maui listing agents and Maui buyer's agents, from $500K condos to oceanfront estates, and we're a family team. You get Eric or Lisa directly, not a call center.
Eric West, REALTOR®, RB-20968 · Team West Maui · Real Broker, LLC
- 2012Selling Maui real estate full-time
- $230M+Represented sales
- $33MClosed by the team in 2026
- 32026 sales over $5M
- 225K+YouTube subscribers
Maui Top 3% Recognition, 2021 Through 2026
What Makes a Great Maui Real Estate Agent?
Whoever you hire, these are the things that actually protect you on Maui.
Maui transaction experience
Maui deals have their own quirks: leasehold units, CPR lots, ohana permits, catchment water and rebuild rules in Lahaina. Ask how many Maui closings the agent has handled, not just how long they've been licensed.
Knowledge of specific buildings and neighborhoods
Two condos a block apart can have very different dues, reserves, insurance and rental rules. A good Maui Realtor knows the individual projects, not just the zip code.
Real market analysis
Pricing should come from closed sales, the active competition and what's pending right now. Ask to see the comps and the reasoning, not just a number.
Buyer and seller experience
An agent who regularly works both sides knows how the other side thinks. That helps whether you need a Maui buyer's agent or a Maui listing agent.
Negotiation
The price is only part of it. Credits, inspection repairs, timelines and contingencies are where a lot of money is won or lost.
Responsiveness and direct access
Good Maui listings move fast. You should be able to reach your agent directly and get a straight answer the same day.
Maui specific due diligence
Insurance availability, HOA and association issues, special assessments, vacation rental rules, shoreline and coastal setbacks and flood zones all deserve attention before your contingencies expire. A good agent flags these early and points you to the right attorney, inspector or insurance broker.
Honesty when the answer is no
Sometimes the best advice is to wait, walk away or price lower. Pay attention to whether an agent is willing to tell you that.
Ready to look around? Maui Real Estate is our hub for every area of the island, with links to homes, condos and land for sale.
Real Maui Data, Not Just Opinions
We've built a Maui Real Estate Research Library with historical sales, current active and pending inventory, market reports and other research. You can read it yourself, or bring the underlying data into ChatGPT, Claude or your own AI tool and ask your own questions. Explore it at MauiRealEstateData.com.
Latest Maui Research and Insights
Maui Bill 9 and Bill 88 Explained: Is Your Condo on the Minatoya List?
A complex by complex look at which Maui condos are affected by the vacation rental phase out, with the August 2026 updates.
We Analyzed Every $5M+ Home Sale on Maui Since 2023
Three years of luxury home sales, with pricing trends, days on market and the neighborhoods leading the way.
Maui Luxury Market Intelligence: $4M and Above, Kapalua to Makena
Supply, failed listings and the gap between asking and sold prices in Maui's top tier.
New Lahaina Bypass Approved: What It Means for West Maui
How the approved bypass could affect West Maui neighborhoods, access and property values.
The 2026 Maui Market Finally Has a Pulse Again: Q1 Report
First quarter sales and pending activity, plus what the condo price reset means for buyers and sellers.
See all Maui market research on the blog
What Our Clients Say
We'd rather let clients do the talking. Read their words on our client testimonials page.
Testimonial
"It's Hard to Find People Who Really Work.....Look No Further"
Working with Eric was an absolute pleasure. When buying from the mainland, having a knowledgeable professional to guide you through the process is essential. Eric and his team were there every step of the way with prompt and professional service. Today, it’s hard to find people that really work for you…Look no further if you’re in need of a real estate professional, Eric is outstanding.
Whether you're buying your first Maui condo or selling a family home, we'd be honored to talk it through with you, even if you're still comparing agents. Call or text Eric at 808-298-2030 or send us a message.
