Makena Surf Active Condos
Makena Surf is a gated beachfront condominium community in Makena, developed in three phases between 1984 and 1994, situated on approximately 15 acres fronting Po'olenalena Beach — also known as Chang's Beach. The development comprises 105 two- and three-bedroom residences across six low-rise buildings, with floor plans ranging from approximately 1,040 to 1,680 square feet. Many owners have combined adjacent units, resulting in a small number of four- and five-bedroom configurations reaching approximately 2,700 square feet. Makena Surf is one of only two condominium communities in the Makena area permitted for short-term vacation rentals, with a minimum stay requirement of five days. The development's H-M Hotel zoning and fee simple ownership structure provide both rental income flexibility and long-term tenure security.
Makena Surf's three-phase construction history — 1984, 1989, and 1994 — means that buildings B and E, completed in the first phase, are positioned closest to the beach and command the strongest premiums within the community. Buyers focused on rental income should understand that the development's H-M Hotel zoning insulates it from Maui County short-term rental restrictions that affect apartment-zoned properties, but the evolving state tax environment for vacation rentals should be factored into forward-looking income models. Flood zone status and shoreline insurance exposure vary by building and should be confirmed during due diligence. Mary Anne Fitch represents buyers and sellers within Makena Surf with a career sales volume exceeding $1 billion. Contact Mary Anne directly for current availability.
