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27 432 Kaapoko Homestead Rd

Papaikou, HI 96781

4 beds
3 baths
2,280 sqft
~5 acre lot
$307 per sqft
1983 build

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Just minutes north of Hilo, you'll feel like you are worlds away. Nestled in a 5 acre tropical botanical wonderland, bordering a stream, sits a 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home with unobstructed Pacific Ocean views. The grounds are landscaped like a private park. A wrap-around balcony and 2 private bedroom lanais offer viewing a choice of locations for outdoor lounging while enjoying both ocean & garden views. The home has been constructed to take advantage of the spectacular surroundings. The 2 story great room has cathedral open beam ceilings, and a wall of windows. French doors open onto the wrap-around lanai. You can see the ocean views whether you are inside or out. The kitchen, with pantry, is open to the living room, making it perfect for entertaining. There are 2 bedrooms, a full bath and family room/den on the main living floor. Upstairs is the master bedroom with a private covered lanai, a full bathroom and another bedroom or office with lanai. Connected to traditional electric service, the home also has a net-metered solar power system & solar hot water system. A new corrugated zinc/aluminum roof was installed in 2010. Under the home is a large covered space that is ideal as a workshop, and there are 2 large enclosed spaces with a washer, dryer and full-sized freezer, and a 1/2 bath. There are 5 acres of fully manicured gardens surrounding this home with a nature path leading to the bordering stream. Careful thought has been put into plant selection and placement. The fruit trees including: lychee, multiple varieties of bananas, mango, avocado, tangerine, and a tropical citrus tree orchard. White pineapple plants, orchids, vanilla plants and anthuriums are planted ornamentally. Strolling through the gardens you may be joined by the neighborhood peacock migrating through the property. A stream, ocean views, 5 manicured park-like acres, and a 4 bedroom home just minutes north of downtown Hilo. Truly unique offering.

Listing courtesy of HISMLS / Hilo Brokers Ltd

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MLS# 629846 —

The Building

Year Built:

1983
Design:

Single Wall
Unit Description:

Single Family Home
Roofed Area Units:

Square Feet
Exterior Area Units:

Square Feet
Other Building Area:

1466
Stories:

2
Security Features:

Closed Circuit Camera(s), Key, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)

Interior

Interior Features:

Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Track Lighting, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Flooring:

Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
Levels:

Two
Living Area:

2,280 Sqft
Window Features:

Blinds
Living Area Units:

Square Feet

Financial & Terms

Listing Terms:

1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional
Buyer Financing:

Conventional
Ownership:

Full
Land Tenure:

Fee Simple

Location

Region:

South Hilo
Unparsed Address:

27-432 KAAPOKO HOMESTEAD RD PAPAIKOU HI 96781
Longitude:

-155.11193481
Latitude:

19.78739163

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Sub Type:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Exterior Features:

Lighting
Zoning:

A-10A
Lot Features:

Cleared, Grassy, Landscaped
Lot Size Area:

238,709 Sqft
Parcel Number:

3270050110000
Roads:

County, Paved, Unpaved
Road Frontage Type:

Road/Street
Topography:

Fairly Level,Gentle Slope
Elevation:

650
Elevation Units:

Feet
Frontage Type:

Stream/Canal
Flood Zone:

X
Lava Zone:

8
Waterfront:

false
View:

Coastline, Ocean, Ocean Horizon, Sunrise
Structures:

true
Agriculture Dedicated:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2018
Tax Annual Amount:

$1,274
Tax Lot:

7-A

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4

Baths

Bathrooms Full:

2
Bathrooms Half:

1
Bathrooms Total:

2
Bathrooms Total:

3

The Listing

Utilities

Sewer:

Cesspool
Utilities:

Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Water Available
Water Heater:

Electric, Solar
Water Source:

Public
Internet Access:

Cable, Wireless
Solid Waste Disposal:

None

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Washer Dryer Type:

Dryer, Front Load, Washer

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Kaapoko Homesteads
Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly
Pool:

false
Pets Allowed:

Yes

Parking

Parking Features:

Attached, Covered
Garage Area Units:

Square Feet
Carport Spaces:

2.0
Carport Area Units:

Square Feet

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Air Pollution Index

Provided by ClearlyEnergy

Utility Costs

$443/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
1/24/20 Jan 24, 2020	Sold	HISMLS	$700,000

House Sold on 1/24/2020

$700,000

Listing provided by broker:

Kona Moran

Hilo Brokers Ltd

8089361877

Newest listings in 96781

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27 432 Kaapoko Homestead Rd

Papaikou, HI 96781