This is a leasehold property. Some places simply feel different the moment you arrive. Kiahuna Plantation Resort #235 is one of them. Thoughtfully and completely remodeled, this exceptional one-bedroom, one-bath residence blends timeless plantation architecture with refined contemporary design, creating what may be one of the most beautiful remodels in all of Kiahuna Plantation. Every detail has been carefully selected—from the sophisticated finishes and custom furnishings to the warm textures and calming island palette. The result is a home that feels effortlessly elegant while remaining inviting, comfortable, and authentically Hawaiian. Located within Kiahuna Plantation's lush tropical grounds, Unit #235 offers the rare combination of privacy, serenity, and convenient access to Poipu's world-famous beach. Begin your mornings with coffee on the spacious lanai surrounded by swaying palms and fragrant tropical gardens, then spend your days enjoying the golden sand, crystal-clear waters, championship golf, dining, shopping, and outdoor adventures just moments away. Kiahuna Plantation remains the only true beachfront condominium resort in Poipu, celebrated for its expansive lawns, mature tropical landscaping, and classic island charm. Ownership also includes membership to the Poipu Beach Athletic Club, offering resort-style pools, fitness facilities, tennis and pickleball courts, and more. Whether you're searching for an exceptional vacation retreat, a luxury island escape, or a proven vacation rental investment, Unit #235 offers an extraordinary opportunity to own a beautifully reimagined residence within one of Kauai's most iconic beachfront communities. This is island living at its finest—where every day feels like a return to paradise.
CondoProperty Type
1979Year Built
$773Price/Sq.Ft.
$2,047/moHOA Dues
Listed by Ilona Coffey• Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Kauai
Hikina Kona, located between Lawai Road and Kaumualii Highway, is a coastal and rural Lawai neighborhood with plantation-era textures and ocean-facing trade winds. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Lawai Road and Kaumualii Highway junction, where small storefronts, service counters, and roadside fruit stands set a working, local rhythm. Talk Story Bookstore anchors the area with shelves and readings, while Kauai Coffee Company’s estate grounds and tasting room add a distinctly island-grown ritual. Low-slung homes and older cottages mix with garden lots, and the landscape shifts quickly from cane-era fields to salt air. Days tend to orbit around beach time at nearby Lawai Beach and sunset walks toward Spouting Horn. The pace reads calm and practical, shaped by highway convenience and open skies.
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Offer insights
2253 Poipu Rd #235 · $495,000
$495K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $495K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
78 days
The average home goes pending in 82 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
96.7%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Shutters on windows
Updated/remodeled interior
New construction condition noted
Bedrooms
End unit, garden/ground unit (even-numbered)
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Solid waste disposal included with maintenance fees
Flooring
Carpet
Ceramic tile
Exterior features
Security patrol and security system
Private paved road with street lights
State-maintained access nearby
Home design
Property attached (CPR)
End unit in a multi-story building
Double wall construction
Remodeled
3 stories total
Leasehold ownership
Zoned R-20
Parking
Unassigned parking
Security
On-site security patrol
Security system
Construction
Double wall construction
Remodeled
3-story building
Utilities
Public water
Sewer connected
Electricity available
Cable available
Phone available
Underground utilities
Internet: Cable, Fiber-Optic, Wireless
HOA & community
Association fee (monthly) applies
Financial info
Used as a short-term vacation rental
Electricity and solar
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This is a leasehold property. Kiahuna Plantation Unit #235 is a leasehold corner ocean view vacation rental unit located in building #36 at Kiahuna Plantation Resort. Upgraded, and with favorable bright and cool interiors, this listing boasts many unique characteristics. Here you will find privacy and proximity packaged in a stellar unit. Enjoy unit #235’s superior tropical location which feels tucked and yet immediately close to the beach, amenities and the front desk. Enjoy walking through Kiahuna Plantation’s stunning landscaped acreage with specimen plants and its famed orchid garden. Dine inside or on your lanai after preparing your fresh catch at any of the multiple BBQ grills spread throughout the property. The beaches throughout Poipu are here for you to enjoy and perfect for swimming, snorkeling, surfing, diving and simply lounging. Kiahuna Plantation is minutes to all that Poipu Beach offers from beaches to farmer’s markets, golf courses, tennis, hiking, surfing, diving, shopping, and dining and so much more. The monthly dues include membership at the Poi'pu Beach Athletic Club where you will find fitness facilities, pool and waterslide, tennis/pickleball & basketball courts and locker rooms available to you and your rental guests. Life here in the heart of Poipu at Kiahuna Plantation is easy and complete!FEATURES OF THIS LISTING INCLUDEGround floor corner unit in a preferred 2 story buildingOceanviewUpgraded unit Active vacation rentalUnique tropical interiorsBuilt-in storageShutters at living room
Public Records
Nov 24, 1999
Sold
$112,000
$175/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 14, 1986
Sold
$115,000
$180/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1984
Sold
$135,000
$211/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 1, 1979
Sold
$112,200
$175/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,014 (−87.1%)
$651,400
2025
$7,865 (+14.0%)
$651,400
2024
$6,901 (+17.9%)
$696,000
2023
$5,851 (+40.1%)
$610,700
2022
$4,175 (+4.0%)
$594,000
2021
$4,016
$423,900
2020
$4,012 (+4.6%)
$407,700
2019
$3,835 (+6.1%)
$407,300
2018
$3,615 (+24.2%)
$389,300
2017
$2,910 (−0.2%)
$367,000
2016
$2,916 (+9.0%)
$328,800
2014
$2,675 (+13.1%)
2013
$2,365 (+21.5%)
2012
$1,946
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
1994
Finished Sq. Ft.
640
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
640
Year built
1979
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Kauai County
APN
4 280140180004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
R-20
Residential District - 20 DU per Acre
The Residential District regulates the number of people living in a given area by specifying the maximum allowable number of dwelling units that may be developed on any given parcel of land. In order not to differentiate between economic groups or life-styles, a reasonable flexibility in the type of dwelling units and their placement on the land has been provided; to establish standards governing the development, construction and use of housing and dwelling facilities; to provide opportunity for all groups of persons to obtain adequate housing within each area of the County suitable for residential use in relation to other land uses and consistent with the preservation of natural, scenic, and historic resources; to establish the level of minimum services necessary to assure the adequacy of housing; to encourage a variety of housing types, sizes and densities necessary to meet the needs of all economic groups and to avoid environmental monotony detrimental to the quality of life; and to maintain the character and integrity of communities within residential districts and support residents in continuing to live and raise their families in these neighborhoods.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Fire Factor
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Heat Factor
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Wind Factor
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1/10 Air Factor
Minimal risk of unhealthy air over next 30 years
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Historical weather
Koloa, HI • 96756
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Koloa. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 2253 Poipu Rd #235
$484,843
$10K under list price of $495K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $380K to $734K.