Set on 2.78 remarkably usable acres at approximately 2,300 feet in elevation, this exceptional property captures one of the most expansive panoramas in all of Kula I'O. From Maui's north shore, sweeping south along the coastline to the deep blue channel between the islands, the West Maui Mountains, and the distant shoreline stretching toward Makena, the views unfold in nearly every direction. Behind you, Haleakala rises in quiet grandeur, its slopes shifting from gold to violet as the day gives way to evening. There is no obstruction. No compromise. Just Islands, Ocean, Mountain, and Sky. What makes this offering particularly compelling is not only the view, but the land itself. Unlike many Upcountry properties where acreage is shaped by steep terrain or limited building options, this parcel is exceptionally usable from boundary to boundary. The gently contoured landscape provides uncommon flexibility for a private estate, agricultural pursuits, guest accommodations, or a thoughtfully designed retreat that embraces the surrounding scenery. More than a vacant parcel, this is an opportunity to secure acreage within one of Upcountry Maui's established and sought-after communities. Kula I'O was shaped around the natural contours of the land, with generous lot sizes, protected view corridors, private infrastructure, and a commitment to preserving the character that defines this part of the island. The result is a community that feels both established and enduring, where the landscape remains the defining feature and each property benefits from the vision that gave the subdivision its form. At this elevation, the Kula Climate reaches a balance that residents spend years searching for. Warm days, cool evenings, gentle trade winds, make this elevation one of the most desireable and livable on the island, as well as one of the most productive for agriculture. It is a setting defined as much by how it feels as by what it offers. In rural Upcountry Maui, water infrastructure is among the most consequential considerations in land ownership. Kula I'O delivers through a state-of-the-art private well system pumping to two 60,000 gallon potable water tanks and a 1.6 million gallon Ag reservoir, providing both to each parcel via three-quarter-inch potable water and three-quarter-inch agricultural water meters. The subdivision's common areas are serviced by two County of Maui water meters. The infrastructure is already in place, allowing future owners to direct their energy toward what they create rather than what must first be solved. For buyers seeking land that offers both inspiration and confidence, that distinction matters. The setting is proven. The views are protected. The community is established. The infrastructure is here. Few properties bring these elements together with a vantage point this commanding over the breadth of Maui. Some land asks you to imagine what could be. This property allows you to begin with what already exists: extraordinary views, exceptional usability, and a setting that has earned its standing as one of Upcountry Maui's most desirable addresses. The Canvas is Exceptional. The Rest is Yours.
Vacant landProperty Type
2.78 acresLot Size
$465,827Price/Acres
Listed by Robert Dein• Maui Real Estate Advisors LLC
Listed by Kenneth Hayo• Maui Real Estate Advisors LLC
Maui Island, located between Kahului Harbor and Haleakalā, is a coastal and upcountry Kahului neighborhood with a working waterfront and broad volcanic slopes. The neighborhood’s energy concentrates around the Dairy Road and Kaʻahumanu Avenue corridor, where local plate-lunch counters, surf-and-outdoor shops, and service storefronts set a practical, on-the-go rhythm. Maui Arts & Cultural Center anchors the calendar with concerts and exhibitions, while Maui Brewing Co. (Kihei) and Tin Roof keep the local flavor conversation lively. Architecture shifts from plantation-era remnants to low-slung commercial blocks and newer subdivisions. Trade winds, salt air, and mountain views shape daily routines. Beaches, parks, and trailheads frame weekends in sand, shade, and switchbacks.
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Gentle slope topography
Mountain and ocean views
Street lights in the community
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Corner, cleared lot
Private paved road frontage
Undeveloped land suitable for single-family or farm use
Home design
Land parcel in the Kula I'o subdivision
Construction
2.78 acre parcel
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Underground electric
Underground utilities with cable connected
Private water
Septic tank sewer
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Fee simple ownership
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Parcel number 2230021600000
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Kula 'I'O, the Essence of Kula, that rarest of properties in the ideal elevation of Upcountry Maui offering breathtaking, panoramic ocean views stretching from Makena to Paia, across the outer islands and the West Maui Mountains. This 236 acre gated community is comprised of 35 exceptional, individual, ocean view lots ranging in size from 2.5 to 25 acres, with home sites planned to fit harmoniously into the magnificent terrain. This ideal elevation of 2,000 to 2,400 feet is considered by many to be perfect for human activities and living as it provides the optimal temperature, humidity and atmospheric pressure. Kula 'I'O offers a temperate climate of warm breezy days, cool evenings, and is conveniently located near area hardware store, gas station, community center, post office, fire station, excellent restaurants, and many of Maui's most revered schools. It is within minutes of the picturesque town of Makawao and a community hospital is 8 minutes down the road. Kahului Airport, Wailuku Town, and excellent beaches are less than minutes away. Kula 'I'O residents will enjoy walking, jogging, and biking the private beautifully landscaped subdivision roadways which will be maintained by the Homeowner's Association. Kula 'I'O will promote active agriculture in a thoughtfully designed plan to maintain open space and the rural character of the community. A state-of-the-art private well system will provide pristine water and each lot will have a potable & Ag water meter. CPR is allowed.
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Last updated by owner on Jun 3, 2026.
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Agricultural District
The purpose of the agricultural district is to: Implement chapter 205, Hawai'i Revised Statutes, and the goals and policies of the Maui County general plan and community plans; Promote agricultural development; Preserve and protect agricultural resources; and Support the agricultural character and components of the County's economy and lifestyle; It is the intent of this chapter to: Reduce the land use conflicts arising from encroachment of nonagricultural uses into agricultural areas; Mitigate rising property values of farm lands to make agricultural use more economically feasible; Discourage developing or subdividing lands within the agricultural district for residential uses, thereby preserving agricultural lands and allowing proper planning of land use and infrastructure development; Discourage establishment of nonagricultural subdivisions; Ensure that the rezoning of land from the agricultural district shall be open for public debate and in the overall public interest, as evidenced by conformance with the Maui County general plan and community plan land use designations and policies, State land use law, this chapter and good planning practices; and Notify the public that lands within the agricultural district are used for agricultural purposes. Owners, residents, and other users of such property or neighboring properties may be subjected to inconvenience, discomfort, and the possibility of injury to property and health arising from normal and accepted agricultural practices and operations. Such normal and accepted agricultural practices and operations include but are not limited to noise, odors, dust, smoke, the operation of machinery of any kind, including aircraft, and the storage and disposal of manure. Owners, occupants, and users of such property or neighboring properties shall be prepared to accept such inconveniences, discomfort, and possibility of injury from normal agricultural operations.
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Minimal risk of unhealthy air over next 30 years
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This home ranks in the top 5% for direct sun exposure in Kula. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 144 Kula I'o Rd Lot 27
$1,209,892
$85K under list price of $1.30M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $875K to $1.5M.