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Sold for $860,000
  • $860,000

    234 Kipa St, Hilo, HI 96720

    4beds
    2,224sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1989
    0.49 Acres Lot
    $856,900 Zestimate®
    $387/sqft
    $2,430 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $856,900

    $771,000 - $951,000

    $2,430/mo

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    What's special

    Welcome to 234 Kipa Street, a thoughtfully updated home in a quiet Hilo neighborhood conveniently located near Hilo Municipal Golf Course, UH Hilo, Hilo Medical Center, shopping, dining, and more. Set on a beautifully landscaped corner lot, the property offers mature tropical landscaping, expansive grassy yard space, and inviting outdoor living areas including a spacious covered lanai. A partially fenced yard provides additional flexibility for pets, gardening, or outdoor enjoyment. The home features a fully owned and net-metered 17-panel photovoltaic solar system with 5.59 kW capacity through HELCO, helping maintain exceptionally low electric costs of approximately $30/month. Split-zone air conditioning on both ends of the home adds year-round comfort and efficiency. A new septic system was installed in 2018. Recent improvements include LifeProof flooring throughout, energy-efficient windows and sliding glass doors, a remodeled kitchen, designer front entry, dedicated laundry/pantry area, updated ceiling fans, and brushed nickel hardware throughout. The home is also equipped with installed hurricane clips and is being offered unfurnished. Though permitted as a 2-bedroom home, there are 2 additional bonus rooms with windows and closets offering flexible space for guests, home offices, hobbies, or additional living areas. The 2 bathrooms are ideally located between living & bedrooms, for convenience from anywhere in the home. The living room has vaulted ceilings and lovely views, with a bathroom and 2 sleeping rooms on either side of the living room. Flexible, convenient living. A well-maintained and move-in ready property offering comfort, functionality, and a convenient Hilo location. Be sure to view the video tour to fully appreciate the setting and outdoor spaces this property has to offer. This home comes unfurnished and move in ready!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jake Moran 8083459400,

    Hilo Brokers Ltd,

    Kona Moran 808-936-1877,

    Hilo Brokers Ltd

    Bought with:

    Shakti K Stream, RS-81739

    Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Hilo

    Source: Hawaii Information Service,MLS#: 729822MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Zoned
    Cooling
    • Air Conditioning, Zoned
    Appliances
    • Included: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: Front Load
    Features
    • Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
    • Flooring: Vinyl
    • Windows: Blinds, Skylight(s)
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,224
    • Total interior livable area: 2,224 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Covered
    • Carport spaces: 1
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Fencing: Chain Link
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Mountain(s), Sunset
    Lot
    • Size: 0.49 Acres
    • Features: Grassy, Landscaped
    • Topography: Fairly Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: 3240211670000
    • Zoning: RS-15
    • Special conditions: Fee Simple,Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • Year built: 1989

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Water Available

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
    • Subdivision: BRIGHT HAWAII SUBDIVISION
    Location
    • Region: Hilo

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $387/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $544,400
    • Annual tax amount: $2,014
    • Date on market: 5/20/2026
    • Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional
    • Ownership: Full
    • Electric utility on property: Yes
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/15/2026Sold$860,000+2.5%$387/sqft
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    5/27/2026Contingent$839,000$377/sqft
    Source: Hawaii Information Service #729822 Report a problem
    5/21/2026Listed for sale$839,000+55.4%$377/sqft
    Source: Hawaii Information Service #729822 Report a problem
    7/29/2005Sold$540,000+116%$243/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/4/2004Sold$250,000$112/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $528,500 +3%
    2024$1,922 +1.3%$513,100 +3%
    2023$1,898 -4.7%$498,200 +3%
    2022$1,991 +4.6%$483,700 +3%
    2021$1,904 +4.6%$469,600 +3%
    2020$1,820 $455,900 +3%
    2019-- $442,600 +3%
    2018-- $429,700 +3%
    2017$1,753 $417,200 +3%
    2016-- $405,000 +3%
    2015-- $393,200 +0.5%
    2014-- $391,200
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 96720

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