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  • $1,950,000

    1896 Kalanianaole St, Hilo, HI 96720

    9beds
    4,118sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1934
    0.72 Acres Lot
    $1,262,300 Zestimate®
    $474/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Arched openingsFully dedicated caretaker quartersSoaring pitched ceilingsWarm wood wallsImmense two-story great roomGenerous gathering areas
    This towering plantation-era residence features old Hawaiʻi lodge-style architecture and an incredible location near Hilo’s most popular shoreline recreation areas. Built in 1934, the property is a highly sought-after hosted vacation rental, with an impressive track record of both income and occupancy. Positioned on a 31,500+ square foot parcel, the nine-bedroom / four-bath residence offers 6,500+ square feet of usable area and a sense of scale rarely found in Hawaiʻi. The heart of the home is an immense two-story great room, featuring soaring pitched ceilings, warm wood walls, arched openings, and a grand staircase that creates an immediate sense of arrival. Generous gathering areas, screened lanais, and flexible guest accommodations support a variety of uses, from continued hospitality operations to a one-of-a-kind private residence. Features - 9 bedrooms / 4 baths - 6,500+ sqft under roof - 31,523 sqft lot - RS-15 zoning - Plantation-era Hawaiian lodge architecture, built in 1934 - Close proximity to oceanfront parks and beach access - Soaring two-story great room with grand dual staircase - Large kitchen and generous dining area - Flexible guest accommodations across multiple levels - Screened lanais for indoor/outdoor living -Fully dedicated caretaker quarters - Tropical landscaping and private setting - High-performing, high-occupancy vacation rental Built nearly a century ago, the home's current square footage estimates do not match county tax or permit records and may contain discrepancies. Buyers and agents to perform their own due diligence. Please do not disturb occupants. Financials available upon request with signed NDA.
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    Listed by:

    Nate Gaddis 8087474742,

    COMPASS,

    Yuko I Uehana 808-339-6032,

    COMPASS

    Source: Hawaii Information Service,MLS#: 731841MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 9
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
      Features
      • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 4,118
      • Total interior livable area: 4,118 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Attached
      Lot
      • Size: 0.72 Acres
      • Features: Grassy, Rocky, Wooded
      • Topography: Fairly Level,Gentle Slope
      Details
      • Parcel number: 3210170140000
      • Zoning: RS-15
      • Special conditions: Fee Simple,Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Condition
      • Year built: 1934

      Utilities & green energy

      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Sewer Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: LEHIA PARK RESIDENTIAL LOTS
      Location
      • Region: Hilo

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $474/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $800,800
      • Annual tax amount: $8,888
      • Date on market: 7/9/2026
      • Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
      • Ownership: Full
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $1,262,300

        $1.05M - $1.53M

        $2,640/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/10/2026Listed for sale$1,950,000+119.1%$474/sqft
        Source: Hawaii Information Service #731841 Report a problem
        4/12/2021Sold$890,000-19.1%$216/sqft
        Source: Hawaii Information Service #641907 Report a problem
        2/2/2021Contingent$1,100,000$267/sqft
        Source: Hawaii Information Service #641907 Report a problem
        1/28/2021Listed for sale$1,100,000$267/sqft
        Source: Hawaii Information Service #641907 Report a problem
        1/28/2021Contingent$1,100,000$267/sqft
        Source: Hawaii Information Service #641907 Report a problem
        9/21/2020Listed for sale$1,100,000+609.7%$267/sqft
        Source: Hawaii Life #641907 Report a problem
        7/24/2001Sold$155,000+244.4%$38/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        12/8/2000Sold$45,000$11/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $800,800 +4.6%
        2024$8,498 +4.3%$765,600 +4.3%
        2023$8,146 $733,900
        2022$8,146 +56.7%$733,900 +13.2%
        2021$5,199 -0.1%$648,400 +3.1%
        2020$5,206 -4.8%$629,000 -3.6%
        2019$5,469 $652,700 +3.3%
        2018-- $632,000 +5.1%
        2017$3,286 $601,500 +10.3%
        2016$3,286 $545,100 +4.8%
        2015$3,286 $520,300 +0.4%
        2014$3,286 $518,200 +2.5%
        2013-- $505,400 +0.8%
        2012-- $501,200 -3.8%
        2011-- $521,100 +0.5%
        2010-- $518,700 -8.5%
        2009-- $567,100
        2008-- $567,100 +12.7%
        2007-- $503,200 +45.7%
        2006-- $345,300 +3.5%
        2005-- $333,700 +53.3%
        2004-- $217,700 +3.6%
        2003-- $210,200 +3.5%
        2002$1,702 +1.1%$203,100
        2000$1,684 --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 96720

        Getting around

        7 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        29 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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