How to Find Cheap Apartments in Maui, Hawaii

Have you dreamt about moving to paradise but thought it was impossible? Don't be so quick to dismiss the possibility, because a quick look around may very well prove you wrong. There are cheap apartments in Maui, and they are not all that hard to find. (And yes, Maui also has jobs and grocery stores and high-speed Internet access and everything else you will need to survive.) True, Hawaii is notorious for being a bit more expensive than the Mainland, but if you do your homework, you are bound to find housing that is not financially out of reach. Here is a guide on how to find cheap apartments in Maui.

Your first step is to get to know the island. If you are not already in Hawaii, purchase some books that will help to better acquaint you with Maui. I highly recommend "So You Want to Live in Hawaii" by Toni Polancy and "Maui Revealed" by Andrew Doughty. These books include maps and vital information on everything from restaurants and nightlife to beaches and which tropical pests to expect. Another way to get to know Maui is through local papers. If you are not already in Hawaii, you can find them online. The Honolulu Advertiser is one great resource that can be found at HonoluluAdvertiser.com. Another is the Honolulu Star-Bulletin, which can be found online at StarBulletin.com. These papers also offer listings for apartments.

Once you know the island of Maui and where on the island you would like to live, you can start looking for cheap apartments. Perhaps the very best online resource for finding cheap apartments is Craigslist.org. That is the website I used to find my first apartment in Hawaii, and I was thrilled with the results. Search for listings in the area of Maui in which you would like to live, then compare rental rates and view photographs. Check back often because new listings can appear at any time of the day or evening. Contact prospective landlords and negotiate the terms of the lease. Many apartments in Maui come fully furnished, and many landlords are willing to discuss either a long-term or short-term lease.

To help with the costs associated with your move, you may want to consider a share. Sharing results not only in reduced rental rates, but reduced monthly bills, such as electric and cable, as well.

Aloha, and best of luck finding a cheap apartment in Maui.