Maui Information - Communities
Wailuku Town
One of Maui's most important historical communities, Wailuku retains much of the charm and aura of by-gone years.
Hawaiians since ancient times have considered 'Ioa valley a sacred spot and places of worship (heiaus) were built in this area.
In the 1800's missionaries settled in Wailuku and their New England influences, from the white steepled-church to the stone courthouse are very much felt today. Later in the 19th century when sugar became an important crop the town grew to become Maui's bustling center of government and industry. Rows of plantation style cottages were built to supply the work forces with housing and many of these late 19th century bungalows retain their charm today.
With the decline of the sugar industry and the growth of tourism along the coast in the 1960's, Wailuku's importance as a business center declined. Today Wailuku, still the seat of government for Maui County, is being revitalized with new businesses settling in and renovations taking place daily.
Wailuku Real Estate
Wailuku is the seat of Maui County’s government. It offers a variety of architectural styles from old plantation homes to newer subdivisions along with its proximity to the airport, hospital, shopping and many other amenities.
Real estate sales have been very strong in the Wailuku and Kahului areas due to many new and very well priced projects that have been available to buyers in the recent years. Affordability and convenience have created and sustained a demand for these units.
Condos currently range from around $200,000 to just shy of $800,000. Home range widely from fixer-uppers which can be had for a mere $200,000 to a luxury property in Wailuku Country Estates for around $4 million. There are many choices in between, making Wailuku and the neighboring Kahului areas top real estate choices for local residents.
Wailuku Weather
Situated on the rolling foothills of the West Maui Mountains, Wailuku receives a bit more rain than many other parts of the island. But as with so many districts on Maui, the amount of moisture can differ dramatically within a short distance. The downtown area receives less rain but is still cooled by its proximity to the mountains. As one ventures closer to 'Ioa Valley and the mountains the amount of rain and coolness from the mist increases. The average daily temperature is about 80 degrees in summer and 76 degrees during the winter season. Nights are around 10 to 15 degrees cooler than days.
'Ioa Valley State Park
'Iao Valley has always held a special place in the hearts of Maui's native residents. Hawaiians who came to pay homage here to the Eternal Creator named this valley 'Ioa which translates as Supreme Light or "Cloud Supreme." This was also considered an important place for royal burials and royalty are buried high up in the mountains in secret caves.
Today, 'Ioa Valley is open to the public and trails lead to the scenic Needle as well as through lush native gardens. Another path leads down to the river and on warm days you will find visitors and locals alike playing and swimming in refreshing pools along the stream. The path can be followed for a mile upstream. On rainy days, as with all Maui streams and rivers, it is advisable to stay away from the water as the rivers can rise and flood rapidly.
Wailuku Schools and Churches
Wailuku Schools
Preschools (Public and Private)
Ioa Pre-School (Ages 3-6) - Wailuku
Address: 2371 West Vineyard, Wailuku, HI 96793-1626
Ph: (808) 242-1995
Kamehameha Schools Maui Early Childhood Education Hana Pre-School (Ages 4-6) - Wailuku (main office)
Address: 661 Kaumualii St., Wailuku, HI 96793
Ph: (808) 893-0419
Public Elementary Schools (Grades K-5)
Wailuku Elementary School - Wailuku
Address: 355 South High Street, Wailuku, HI 96793
Ph: (808) 984-5622
Website: http://power2.k12.hi.us/index.cfm?parent=geninfo&siteID=257
Public Intermediate Schools (Grades 6-8)
Iao Intermediate School - Wailuku
Address: 1910 Kaohu Street, Wailuku, HI 96793
Ph: (808) 984-5610
Public High Schools (Grades 9-12)
Baldwin High School - Wailuku
Address: 1650 Kaahumanu Avenue, Wailuku, HI 96793
Ph: (808) 984-5656
Website: http://www.baldwinhs.k12.hi.us/
Private Schools (K-12)
St. Anthony Grade School Roman Catholic (K-6) - Wailuku
Address: 627a Hill Street, Wailuku, HI 96793-0967
Ph: (808)244-4976
Website: http://www.sagsmaui.com/
St. Anthony Grade School Roman Catholic (7-12) - Wailuku
Address: 1618 Lower Main Street, Wailuku, HI 96793-0967
Ph: (808) 244-4190
Website: http://www.sagsmaui.com/
Wailuku Churches
Assemblies of God
First Assembly of God (Rose of Sharon World Faith Center)- Wailuku
Address: 420 N. Wakea Ave. , Kahului, Maui HI 96732
Ph: (808) 244-4992
Web Site: www.roswfc.org
Baptist
Valley Isle Fellowship - Wailuku
Address: 473 High, Wailuku, Maui HI 96793
Ph: (808) 244-0865
Web Site: www.valleyislefellowship.com
Rejoice (Southern Baptist) - Wailuku
Address: 781-Kolu St., Unit B1, Wailuku, Maui HI 96793
Ph: (808) 242-7401
Buddhist
Rissho Zen Mission - Wailuku
Address: 810 Kolu St., Wailuku, Maui HI 96793
Ph: (808) 244-5614
Soko Gakkai International USA - Wailuku
Address: 1817 Nani St., Wailuku, Maui HI 96793
Ph: (808) 242-6175
Wailuku Hongwanji Mission - Wailuku
Address: 1828 Vineyard St., Wailuku, Maui HI 96793
Ph: (808) 244-0406
Catholic
St. Anthony's Church - Wailuku
Address: 1627B Mill St., Wailuku, Maui HI 96793
Ph: (808) 244-4149
Church of Christ
Church of Christ Maui - Waiehu (Wailuku)
Address: 810 Waiehu Beach Rd., Wailuku, Maui HI 96793
Ph: (808) 244-5886
Church of God
Church of God Wailuku
Address: P.O. Box 602, Wailuku, Maui HI 96793
Ph: (808) 244-7033
Congregational
Ka'ahumanu Hawaiian Congregational Church - Wailuku
Address: 103 S. High Street, Wailuku, Maui HI 96793
Ph: (808) 244-5189
Episcopal
Church of the Good Shepard- Wailuku
Address: 2140 Main Street, Wailuku, Maui HI 96793
Ph: (808) 244-4656
Web Site: http://www.goodshepherdmaui.org/
Inter-denominational & Non-Denomination
Calvary Chapel - Wailuku
Address: 781 Kolu Street, Wailuku, Maui HI 96793
Ph: (808) 893-2494
Web Site: http://calvarychapel.com/centralmaui
Christian Ministry Church- Wailuku
Address: 1803 Nani Street, Wailuku, Maui HI 96793
Ph: (808) 242-5803
Ke Aha Vineyard Christian Fellowship - Wailuku
Address: 283 Waiehu Beach Rd., Wailuku, Maui HI 96793
Ph: (808) 877-9077
Pentecostal
Door of Faith Church - Wailuku
Address: 432 Waiehu Beach Rd., Wailuku, HI 96793
Ph: (808) 244-1286
United Church of Christ
Iao Congregational Church - Wailuku
Address: 2371 Vineyard St., Wailuku, Maui HI 96793
Ph: (808) 244-7353
Web Site: http://www.kula.net/~lnebres/3isle/iao/iao.html
Unity
Unity Church of Maui - Wailuku
Address: 483 S. High St., Wailuku, Maui HI 96793
Ph: (808) 242-9327
Katrina Pitman Real Estate
P.O. Box 1733, Makawao, Maui, HI 96768
Phone: (808) 298-6938
Email: Katrina@KatrinaPitmanRealEstate.com
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