Hakalau, Hawaii

Three-bedroom, two bath home with peaceful, panoramic views of Mauna Kea and the Pacific Ocean on 30 acres of virgin pasture land. Completely off-the-grid, yet only 30 minutes from Hilo.
Accessible HomeSustainable HomeEnergy Efficient HomeOff the Grid
$725,000Asking Price (USD)
$2,715Annual Property Tax
$0Annual Utility Cost
1,345Square Feet
3 / 2Beds / Baths
31.0 acresLot Size
2009Year Built
Green HomeProperty Type

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Purchase Price ($)Down Payment
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Loan Amount
$580,000
Annual Interest Rate
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Loan Term (years)
Monthly Mortgage Payment
$4,175.25

What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?

Home is completely off-the-grid with electrical and water sources. Living in Hawaii means moderate trade winds and weather so there is NO NEED FOR AIR CONDITIONING OR HEATING!

Property Description

Country living totally off-the-grid yet close to Hilo town. 3-BR, 2-bath 1,345 sf home, built in 2009 features a central great room for living and dining. Laundry room adjoins the kitchen. Roomy lanai located just off the master bedroom. Two other bedrooms are on the opposite side of the house. Twelve photo-voltaic and two solar panels plus brand, new solar batteries should keep home operating smoothly. New graded driveway. 10,000 water tank provides ample water supply. The property begins at Kaiwiki Homestead Road and continues for 2500 feet to the banks of the Kolekole River, which flows into the famous Akaka Falls. Adjoining 15 acres is also for sale, providing buyer with 45 acres to do organic farming with taro, sweet potatoes, tropical fruits or a palm tree nursery. Water sources include a perennial waterfall and creek. Two resident cows are named Ferdinand and Petunia.

Neighborhood Description

Properties along Kaiwiki Homestead Road vary in size from 9 to 30 acres. All homes are off-the-grid and most are farms with tropical, exotic fruit trees including avocado, lychee, longan, rambutan, banana and mountain apple.

Market Area

Hakalau (population 237) is in a rural area with large parcels of farm lots. It's closeness to Hilo, the County seat with a population of over 40,000, allows residents to have a country living lifestyle yet close to all amenities. A house and 30 acres of fee simple land for $725,000 is a median price in the area.

School District

All public schools in Hawaii are under one central school district. Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole Elementary School (grades K-8)is 9.5 miles from the home, while Hilo Intermediate and Hilo High Schools are 15 miles away in Hilo town.

Community

Hakalau village was once part of the Hakalau Sugar Company, which ceased operations in 1974. The only “hotel” in the area is the 5-star rated Akiko’s Buddhist Bed and Breakfast, which offers very reasonable rates and time for meditation. Akiko sponsors the annual New Year’s mochi pounding festival, which celebrates the Japanese heritage of the area.

Location of Home or Land

Rural

Elevation of Home

Mountain

Air Quality

Agriculture in Areayes
Industry in Areayes
Air Pollution in Areano
Pesticide Freeyes
Fragrance Freeyes
Cleaned with Green Productsno

Interior Environment

Heating System
Other
Cooling System
Other
Ventilation System
Other
Whole House Filtration
None
Whole House Vacuumno

Energy & Water

Energy System
Off the Grid
Water System
Rain Water Collection
Wastewater System
Other

Construction Information

Exterior Finish
Wood
Interior Finish
Gypsum Board - Sheet Rock
Interior Paint
Other
Floor Material
Tile
Roof Material
Metal
Window Material
Metal Single Glazed
Insulation Material
Other

Garage / Car Port

Garage / Carportyes
Garage Typedetached
Number of Cars2
Garage Area528 sqft

Property Website

Website: alohaliving.com

Contact Seller

Listing ID : 20462