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  • $839,000

    234 Kipa St, Hilo, HI 96720

    4beds
    2,224sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1989
    0.49 Acres Lot
    $838,900 Zestimate®
    $377/sqft
    $-- HOA

    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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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jake Moran 8083459400,

    Hilo Brokers Ltd,

    Kona Moran 808-936-1877,

    Hilo Brokers Ltd

    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
      Video & virtual tour

      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: $377/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

        Estimated market value

        $838,900

        $797,000 - $881,000

        $2,542/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/27/2026Contingent$839,000$377/sqft
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        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
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        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

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 96720

        Getting around

        10 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        23 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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