Kai Makani
421 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753
Kai Makani is a north Kihei community built in 2007, with 112 homes across twenty-two buildings on 10 acres. Two and three-bedroom floor plans range from around 800 to 1,238 square feet, and 42% of units are owner-occupied.
Available records describe the zoning as apartment-style with vacation rental currently allowed, but Kai Makani does not appear on Maui County's official Minatoya list, so its long-term rental eligibility under Bill 9 has not been independently confirmed.
The short version
- ✦112 homes in 22 buildings on 10 acres, built in 2007
- ✦2 and 3-bedroom floor plans from about 800 to 1,238 sq ft
- ✦42% owner-occupied
- ✦Vacation rental currently allowed per available records
- ✦Pool, hot tub, clubhouse, and exercise room
By the numbers
- Year built
- 2007
- Total units
- 112
- Buildings
- 22 (2-story)
- Acreage
- 10 acres
- Floor plans
- 2 BR, 3 BR
- Unit size
- 811 to 1,238 sq ft
- Owner-occupied
- 42%
- Pets
- Pet-friendly (confirm current house rules)
Short-term rental status
Available records describe Kai Makani's zoning as apartment-style with vacation rental currently allowed, but the complex does not appear on Maui County's official Minatoya list, so its long-term rental eligibility under Bill 9 has not been independently confirmed. Ask Diane to verify current zoning and rental rules before you count on rental income.
Rules are actively changing as of 2026. Contact Diane for the current status of a specific unit.
On the grounds
Layouts
Two bedroom
2 bd · 2 ba · 811 sq ft
Three bedroom
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,238 sq ft
Where it sits
Kai Makani is highlighted below among its Kihei neighbors, with a small inset showing where Kihei sits on Maui overall.
Illustrative map, based on real Maui coastline data.
Questions buyers ask
Where is Kai Makani located?
Kai Makani sits at 421 South Kihei Road, in the northern part of Kihei.
How big is Kai Makani and when was it built?
Built in 2007, it holds 112 homes across twenty-two buildings on 10 acres.
Can you short-term rent a condo at Kai Makani?
Available records say vacation rental is currently allowed, but Kai Makani does not appear on the county's official Minatoya list, so this has not been independently confirmed. Ask Diane to verify before you count on rental income.
Current listings at Kai Makani
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