Description
Sitting on the top floor of one of the more intimate buildings at Kiahuna Plantation, this condo is all about the ocean. White-water views, steady trade winds, and the kind of setting that reminds you exactly why people fall in love with Kauai. The outlook is open—expansive lawn, palm trees, and the Pacific right in front of you—with direct access to the beach just steps away. Recent improvements elevate the ownership experience:...This is a leasehold property. Top-Floor Ocean View With Premier Location
Sitting on the top floor of one of the more intimate buildings at Kiahuna Plantation, this condo is all about the ocean. White-water views, steady trade winds, and the kind of setting that reminds you exactly why people fall in love with Kauai. The outlook is open—expansive lawn, palm trees, and the Pacific right in front of you—with direct access to the beach just steps away. Recent improvements elevate the ownership experience: a seller credit toward AC installation, new stove, refrigerator, and dishwasher, plus a newer microwave. The interior is comfortably furnished, well-appointed, and ready to enjoy personally or as a vacation rental. Highlights
• True white-water ocean views from a desirable top-floor position
• Located in the Vacation Destination Area (VDA) for legal vacation rentals
• AC installation permitted with credit offered by seller
• Island-style furnishings with a relaxed, refined feel
• King bedroom with additional TV for convenience
• Bamboo cabinetry and travertine finishes in the bath with glass shower enclosure
• Plantation shutters in the living area
Ownership includes membership to the Poipu Beach Athletic Club for you and your guests, along with beach and pool towels, beach chairs, 24-hour security, and onsite parking. If ocean, location, and a classic Poipu experience matter to you, this condo delivers exactly that. To tour this listing cut and paste this link into a new browser window: https://bit.ly/4qEpGCd
- Listed by Lynda Gill • License #RS-63088 • Brokerage DRE #RB-19928 • Hawaii LifeP: (808)-346-0056 C: (808)-346-0056 lyndagill@hawaiilife.com
Property Details for 2253 Poipu Road, Unit 178
Property Details for 2253 Poipu Road, Unit 178
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 726797 |
| Days on Market | 3 |
| Taxes | $8,424 / year |
| HOA Fees | $2,239 / month |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Condo |
| MLS Type | Condo / Condominium |
| Year Built | 1974 |
| County | Kauai County |
Location
Building Information for 2253 Poipu Road, Unit 178
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$5,841 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
$2,900
$702
$2,239
Property Information for 2253 Poipu Road, Unit 178
- Flood Zone: AE, X
- Directions: On Poipu Road
- Water Source: Public
- Latitude: 21.8767393
- Longitude: -159.4588106
- Year Built: 1974
- Roads: Paved
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Tax Year: 2025
- Association Fee: $2,239
- Tax Annual Amount: $8,424
- Tax Assessed Value: 745500.0
- Parcel Number: 4-2-8-17-26-149
- Tax key: 428017026
- Carport Area Units: Square Feet
- Garage Area Units: Square Feet
- Parking Features: Unassigned
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://bit.ly/4qEpGCd
- Lot Size Units: Square Feet
- Property Attached: Yes
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Project: KIAHUNA PH II
- Other Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Roofed Area Units: Square Feet
- Land Tenure: Leasehold
- Living Area: 640.0
- Lot Size Area: 0.0
- Special Assessment Amount Frequency: Monthly
- Assessment Year: 2025
- Covenants Conditions Restrictions: Yes
- Property Sub Type: Condominium
- Property Type: Residential
- Special Assessment Amount: 0.0
- Special Assessment: No
- Public Report Number: 698
- Internet Access: Fiber-Optic
- Solid Waste Disposal: Included with Maintenance Fees
- Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Available
- Exterior Area Units: Square Feet
- Pool: No
- Security Features: Security Patrol
- Elevation Units: Feet
- Bathrooms Total: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave Hood, Range, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Carpet
- Bathrooms Full: 1
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
- Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
- Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
- Bedrooms Total: 1
- Pets Allowed: No
- Leasable Area Units: Square Feet
- Leasehold Rent: $2,182
Property History for 2253 Poipu Road, Unit 178
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 5, 2026 | Listed (Active) HIS #726797 | $595,000 | — |
| Aug 24, 2025 | Temporarily Off Market HIS #670714 | — | |
| Jun 19, 2025 | Price Change HIS #670714 | $595,000 | — |
| May 1, 2025 | Price Change HIS #670714 | $620,000 | — |
| Aug 24, 2023 | Listed (Active) HIS #670714 | $699,000 | — |
| Apr 29, 2022 | Permanently Off Market HIS #657417 | — | |
| Jan 17, 2022 | Listed (Active) HIS #657417 | $525,000 | — |
| Mar 25, 1999 | Sold HIS #95737 | $255,000 | — |
| Feb 18, 1999 | Contract Signed HIS #95737 | — | |
| Jul 27, 1995 | Listed (Active) HIS #95737 | $345,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2026 | Listed (Active) HIS #726797 | $595,000 |
| 08/24/2025 | Temporarily Off Market HIS #670714 | — |
| 06/19/2025 | Price Change HIS #670714 | $595,000 |
| 05/01/2025 | Price Change HIS #670714 | $620,000 |
| 08/24/2023 | Listed (Active) HIS #670714 | $699,000 |
| 04/29/2022 | Permanently Off Market HIS #657417 | — |
| 01/17/2022 | Listed (Active) HIS #657417 | $525,000 |
| 03/25/1999 | Sold HIS #95737 | $255,000 |
| 02/18/1999 | Contract Signed HIS #95737 | — |
| 07/27/1995 | Listed (Active) HIS #95737 | $345,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 2253 Poipu Road, Unit 178
Schools near 2253 Poipu Road, Unit 178
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Charter - | K to 6 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Koloa Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Kauai High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Alakai O Kauai Charter School CharterK to 6 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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