Classic hip roof design 4 bedroom 2 bath in Hilo Town conveniently located near airport & shopping.
Upstairs 3 bedroom one bath has been renovated, 1,067 sq ft.
Downstairs 1 - 2 bedrooms (slight renovation) one bath 1,067 sq. ft. Large old school walk in shower, water closet, & laundry area. Separate entrance to the lower level gives this a rental opportunity.
Total sq. ft. 2,134 sq. ft.
Renovations to the upstairs were done a couple years ago bringing this vintage home up to the next level.
All new cabinetry with quartzite counter tops.
Smart laminate flooring throughout.
All new windows and doors upstairs.
All new electrical including circuit panel + new hot water heater, done with a reputable licensed Hilo electrical contractor.
Situated on a large lot, 25,285 sq. ft. ( over half an acre), approximately half of it is fully fenced. Zoned RS-10 there is a possibility of subdividing, please contact Hawaii County Planning Department for details.
MLS# 726218
Sold for $530,000
$530,000
75 E Palai St, Hilo, HI 96720
4beds
1,067sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
0.58 Acres Lot
$528,500 Zestimate®
$497/sqft
$2,465 Estimated rent
Home value
$528,500
$444,000 - $624,000
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Classic hip roof designLaundry areaSmart laminate flooring throughoutWater closet
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Listed by:
Ron Rigg 8089361962,
Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Kamuela
Bought with:
Tuesday Frias, RS-87845
eXp Realty
Source: Hawaii Information Service,MLS#: 726218
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave Hood, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Laminate
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,067
- Total interior livable area: 1,067 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Carport spaces: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.58 Acres
- Features: See Remarks
Details
- Parcel number: 3220450080000
- Zoning: RS-10
- Special conditions: Fee Simple,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Cesspool
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Water Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Hilo
- Subdivision: WAIAKEA HOMESTEAD HOUSELOTS
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional,FMHA
- Ownership: Full
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/24/2026 | Sold | $530,000-0.9%$497/sqft |
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| 2/25/2026 | Contingent | $535,000$501/sqft |
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| 2/21/2026 | Price change | $535,000-2.7%$501/sqft |
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| 1/28/2026 | Price change | $550,000-3.5%$515/sqft |
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| 1/5/2026 | Price change | $570,000-0.9%$534/sqft |
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| 12/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $575,000+155.6%$539/sqft |
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| 7/9/2021 | Sold | $225,000-18.2%$211/sqft |
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| 5/25/2021 | Contingent | $275,000$258/sqft |
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| 5/14/2021 | Listed for sale | $275,000+27400%$258/sqft |
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| 5/18/1999 | Sold | $1,000-99%$1/sqft |
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| 7/10/1997 | Sold | $99,500$93/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $429,800 +15.4% |
| 2024 | $4,136 +8.9% | $372,600 +8.9% |
| 2023 | $3,798 | $342,200 |
| 2022 | $3,798 +231.5% | $342,200 +21% |
| 2021 | $1,146 -0.6% | $282,900 -0.5% |
| 2020 | $1,153 -59.7% | $284,400 +10.4% |
| 2019 | $2,858 | $257,500 +11.3% |
| 2018 | -- | $231,300 +1.8% |
| 2017 | $1,986 | $227,200 +15% |
| 2016 | -- | $197,600 +4.2% |
| 2015 | -- | $189,700 +20.8% |
| 2014 | -- | $157,000 |
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Neighborhood: 96720
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Waiakeawaena Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Waiakea Intermediate SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10Waiakea High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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