Located in the heart of Hilo Town, this unique and charming artist’s residence is ready for new owners to bring it back to its full potential. Downstairs, you are greeted by a light filled corner room with three custom bay windows and built-in book shelves. Abundant light and privacy make this the perfect spot for a home office or reading room. Down the hallway, you will find a full bath, two bedrooms, and an additional adjoining full bath. A beautifully crafted stairway with built-in library leads you to the bright and open upstairs living area and kitchen. Natural light filters through clerestory windows, highlighting the tall ceilings and unique architectural features. Expansive views stretch over neighboring Wailoa River State Park. The upstairs area includes two additional rooms and a half bath. Outside, mature fruit trees include citrus, soursop, starfruit, and more.
Home has significant deferred maintenance, Pre-Listing Home Inspection Report available upon request.
For sale
$340,000
37 Mehau Ln, Hilo, HI 96720
3beds
1,240sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1990
4,295 Square Feet Lot
$336,000 Zestimate®
$274/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Built-in book shelvesTwo bedroomsAbundant light and privacy
- 292 days |
- 4,089 |
- 232 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Amber Rich 8087465656,
Iokua Real Estate
Source: Hawaii Information Service,MLS#: 725524
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,240
- Total interior livable area: 1,240 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Covered
Lot
- Size: 4,295 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 3220190920000
- Zoning: RD-3.75
- Special conditions: Fee Simple,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Cesspool, Other
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Other
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: WAILOA HEIGHTS LOTS
Location
- Region: Hilo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $274/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $224,100
- Annual tax amount: $323
- Date on market: 11/7/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Construction Loan
- Ownership: Full
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$336,000
$319,000 - $353,000
$2,545/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2026 | Price change | $340,000-9.3%$274/sqft |
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| 11/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $375,000+167.9%$302/sqft |
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| 1/30/2004 | Sold | $140,000$113/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $224,100 +3% |
| 2024 | $292 -19.5% | $217,600 +3% |
| 2023 | $363 -8% | $211,300 +3% |
| 2022 | $394 +8.1% | $205,100 +3% |
| 2021 | $365 +8.6% | $199,100 +3% |
| 2020 | $336 +8.8% | $193,300 +3% |
| 2019 | $309 +21% | $187,700 +3% |
| 2018 | $255 +11% | $182,200 +3% |
| 2017 | $230 +124% | $176,900 +3% |
| 2016 | $103 | $171,700 +3% |
| 2015 | $103 | $166,700 +3% |
| 2014 | $103 | $161,800 +3% |
| 2013 | -- | $157,100 +3% |
| 2012 | -- | $152,500 +3% |
| 2011 | -- | $148,100 +3% |
| 2010 | -- | $143,800 +3% |
| 2009 | -- | $139,600 +3% |
| 2008 | -- | $135,500 +3% |
| 2007 | -- | $131,600 +3% |
| 2006 | -- | $127,800 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $124,100 +16% |
| 2003 | -- | $107,000 +70.1% |
| 2002 | $274 | $62,900 |
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Neighborhood: 96720
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Hilo Intermediate SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10Hilo High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
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