Discover your dream home in the heart of Hilo town. This charming residence features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, perfectly designed for comfort and convenience. Nestled on a large, level perimeter lot, the property offers ample outdoor space for relaxation or creative landscaping. A carport with a storage workshop adds functionality, making it easy to keep your tools and equipment organized. Step inside to experience the inviting open floor plan, where natural light fills the space, highlighting the beautiful vinyl plank flooring throughout. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and elegant granite countertops, The large, built-out basement, complete with a full bath and laundry area, provides additional versatility, perfect for a home office, gym, or entertainment space. Centrally located near Hilo town and the University of Hawaii, this home combines convenience with charm. First showing availability after October 11th.
Sold for $491,000
$491,000
297 W Puainako St, Hilo, HI 96720
2beds
1,120sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
8,513 Square Feet Lot
$488,400 Zestimate®
$438/sqft
$2,094 Estimated rent
Home value
$488,400
$410,000 - $581,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jill M. Wright 8082188631,
Hulali Kai Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Likeke Sawyer, RS-85784
eXp Realty
Source: Hawaii Information Service,MLS#: 724734
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Flooring: Carpet
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,120
- Total interior livable area: 1,120 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Covered
Features
- Fencing: Chain Link,Stone
Lot
- Size: 8,513 Square Feet
- Features: Cleared, Grassy
Details
- Parcel number: 3240140580000
- Zoning: RS-15
- Special conditions: Fee Simple,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Cesspool
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: HOOLUANA TRACT
Location
- Region: Hilo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $438/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $466,500
- Annual tax amount: $5,178
- Date on market: 10/13/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Ownership: Full
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2026 | Listing removed | $2,000$2/sqft |
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| 6/21/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,000$2/sqft |
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| 4/28/2026 | Sold | $491,000-9.9%$438/sqft |
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| 3/20/2026 | Contingent | $545,000$487/sqft |
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| 10/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $545,000+23.3%$487/sqft |
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| 4/12/2022 | Sold | $442,000$395/sqft |
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| 3/29/2022 | Contingent | $442,000$395/sqft |
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| 2/28/2022 | Listed for sale | $442,000+3.3%$395/sqft |
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| 2/1/2022 | Contingent | $428,000$382/sqft |
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| 1/19/2022 | Listed for sale | $428,000+43.1%$382/sqft |
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| 9/18/2020 | Sold | $299,000-0.3%$267/sqft |
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| 7/14/2020 | Price change | $299,900-3.2%$268/sqft |
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| 6/15/2020 | Price change | $309,900-3.1%$277/sqft |
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| 5/19/2020 | Price change | $319,900-3%$286/sqft |
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| 4/22/2020 | Price change | $329,900-1.5%$295/sqft |
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| 3/24/2020 | Listed for sale | $334,900$299/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $466,500 +8.2% |
| 2024 | $2,484 -44.3% | $431,200 +7.3% |
| 2023 | $4,460 +7.8% | $401,800 +7.8% |
| 2022 | $4,138 +11.3% | $372,800 +11.3% |
| 2021 | $3,717 +35% | $334,900 +35% |
| 2020 | $2,753 | $248,000 +3.7% |
| 2019 | -- | $239,100 +4.3% |
| 2018 | -- | $229,200 +5% |
| 2017 | $1,956 +3811.5% | $218,200 +12.1% |
| 2016 | $50 | $194,600 +60.4% |
| 2015 | $50 | $121,300 +3% |
| 2014 | $50 | $117,800 +3% |
| 2013 | -- | $114,400 +3% |
| 2012 | -- | $111,100 +3% |
| 2011 | -- | $107,900 +3% |
| 2010 | -- | $104,800 +31.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $79,800 |
| 2008 | -- | $79,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $79,800 |
| 2006 | -- | $79,800 |
| 2005 | -- | $79,800 |
| 2004 | -- | $79,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $79,800 +100.5% |
| 2002 | $125 | $39,800 |
| 2000 | $125 | -- |
| 1999 | -- | $68,100 |
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Neighborhood: 96720
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- 6/10Waiakea Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Waiakea Intermediate SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Waiakea High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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