178 Kahoa St
Hilo, HI 96720
- 2 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,008 sqft
- ~1/2 acre lot
- $644 per sqft
- 1976 build
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HONOLI’I SECLUDED HIDEAWAY - BEACHFRONT, OCEANFRONT AND RIVERFRONT. Situated on the banks of Honoli’i Stream, with direct ocean and beach access through a private securely gated path, this 2 bed/2 bath cottage is completely secluded while having unobstructed ocean, river and valley views. The adjacent park is considered the premier surfing spot on the Big Island and provides an uninterrupted lanai vista of surfers in the breaking waves. Known since ancient times as the "Traveling Sands of Honoli'i”, a broad sandy beach typically extends most of the way across the stream mouth, disappearing periodically when heavy rainfall floods the river valley below, yet the sand always returning. Surrounded by lush tropical jungle foliage, the setting is one of an isolated and remote jungle hideaway while being only 15 minutes to the Hilo International Airport and all the amenities of Hilo Town. An adjacent bridge was built for the railroad in 1911 while a traditional Hawaiian river and lava rock retaining wall, measuring over 100’ long and 10-15’ high, adds to the old-world charm of the property. It’s important to note that the property (including the cottage, retaining walls and all other structures) survived the once in a century powerful Hurricane Iselle without damage of any kind. Honoli’i has been called a magical remnant of Old Hawaii w/significant historical and mythological relevance. This beautiful river valley was once the site of a small Hawaiian fishing village with most of the community concentrated along the borders of the stream. It is known for its abundance of Green Sea turtles and seasonal whales. While the 1,088 sqft. home is completely functional, the owner has designed and fully permitted house plans for an expanded structure with nearly 3,000 sq. ft. of living area plus a cantilevered garage, all plans included with the sale.
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MLS# 608192 —
The Building
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Year Built:1976
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Design:Double Wall
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Unit Description:Single Family Home
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Roofed Area Units:Square Feet
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Exterior Area Units:Square Feet
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Other Building Area:644
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Security Features:Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
Interior
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Flooring:Ceramic Tile
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Living Area:1,008 Sqft
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Window Features:Blinds
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Living Area Units:Square Feet
Financial & Terms
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Listing Terms:Cash, Conventional
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Buyer Financing:Cash
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Ownership:Full
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Land Tenure:Fee Simple
Location
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Region:South Hilo
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Unparsed Address:178 KAHOA ST HILO HI 96720
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Longitude:-155.09173206
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Latitude:19.75608447
The Property
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Property Type:Residential
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Property Sub Type:Single Family Residence
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Property Attached:false
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Zoning:RS-15
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Lot Features:See Remarks, Wooded
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Lot Size Area:16,861 Sqft
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Parcel Number:3260260020000
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Roads:Paved
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Road Frontage Type:Other, Road/Street
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Topography:Level,Steep Slope,Terraced
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Fencing:Chain Link, Other, Stone
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Elevation:20
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Elevation Units:Feet
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Frontage Type:Other, River, Sandy Beach, Stream/Canal
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Lava Zone:8
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Waterfront:false
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View:Bay, Canyon, Coastline, Forest, Ocean, Ocean Horizon, Other, River, Sunrise
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Structures:true
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Agriculture Dedicated:false
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (808) 895-1156
- Office phone:
- (808) 589-2040
Taxes
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Tax Year:2013
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Tax Annual Amount:$2,501
Beds
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Bedrooms Total:2
Baths
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Bathrooms Full:2
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Bathrooms Total:2
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Bathrooms Total:2
The Listing
Utilities
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Sewer:Cesspool
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Utilities:Electricity Available, Other, Phone Available
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Water Heater:Electric
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Water Source:Other, Private, Well
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Internet Access:DSL, Satellite
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Solid Waste Disposal:None
Appliances
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Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator
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Washer Dryer Type:None
The Community
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Subdivision Name:Alae Point
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Association Fee Frequency:Monthly
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Pool:false
Parking
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Parking Features:Unassigned
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Garage Area Units:Square Feet
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Carport Area Units:Square Feet
Walk Score®
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Air Pollution Index
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Max Internet Speed
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Sale history
| Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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9/26/18
Sep 26, 2018
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Sold | HISMLS | $650,000 |
