New ListingTucked away in lush tropical foliage this well-built 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in with two garages, offers privacy, sustainability & island charm on a beautifully landscaped acre. At the entrance a covered lanai overlooks a park-like garden, while the bright enclosed sunroom adds versatile living space filled with natural light.Inside you'll find a spacious kitchen that flows seamlessly into the dining & living areas, highlighted by open-beam ceilings & expansive windows that showcase the surrounding greenery. An indoor laundry room with a half bath connects conveniently to the attached two-car garage. Fresh interior and exterior paint reflect the pride of ownership, with thoughtful recent refurbishments & upgrades throughout including a new solar water heater.A major highlight is the owned 31-panel solar system, grid-tied and recently upgraded with a new charge controller/inverter & battery storage-providing energy efficiency & long-term savings. The property also features a 15,000-gallon catchment tank with newer UV water filtration system. The current owners pay under $750 per year for basic utilities!In addition to the attached garage, a permitted detached 2-car garage offers many possibilities-ideal for a workshop, studio or vehicles.The fully fenced acre is pet-friendly & richly planted with citrus, cacao, seven avocado, banana, breadfruit, longan, abiu, papaya, Surinam cherry, coffee, plus a variety of flowering plants and orchids. With plenty of rainfall & comfortable year-round temperatures averaging 60-80 degrees, this environment supports abundant growth & a true farm-to-table lifestyle. Enjoy morning coffee to birdsong or host evening gatherings on the deck surrounded by tropical beauty. Great community for walking!Conveniently located close to Pahoa Town while Hilo is approximately 20 miles away, with shopping, airport & medical centers. Black sand beaches are within a short drive!This island retreat is ready to welcome you home:)
| MLS # | 734711 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1994 |
| Days On Site | 1 |
| Listing Provided By | Hilo Bay Realty LLC | Cathy Fedak |
| Bed(s) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,752 |
| Garage | 4 |
| Zoning | A-1A |
| Acreage | 1.00 |
| Property View | Garden |
| Property | 1191 |
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| State | HI |
|---|---|
| City | Pahoa |
| Zip Code | 96778 |
| Area | Big Island |
| Community Name | LEILANI ESTATES |
| Listing VS Median (in LEILANI ESTATES) | |
Price: $449,000 low | high Med: $387,000 sqft: 1,752 low | high Med: 1,348 $ / sqft: $256 low | high Med: $287 On site: 1 low | high Med: 83 | |
| State | HI |
|---|---|
| City | Pahoa |
| Zip Code | 96778 |
| Area | Big Island |
| Community Name | LEILANI ESTATES |
| Listing VS Median (in LEILANI ESTATES) | |
Price: $449,000 low | high Med: $387,000 sqft: 1,752 low | high Med: 1,348 $ / sqft: $256 low | high Med: $287 On site: 1 low | high Med: 83 | |