11-2991 Waimaka O Pele Rd
Description
A gated entry welcomes you home to a custom-built residence surrounded by native Hawaiian flora and a thoughtfully preserved rainforest. Satellite internet, TV, and cell reception...Discover your own private sanctuary just 30 minutes from Hilo and its stunning beach parks, only 20 minutes from the nearest shopping center, and 17 miles from Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. This partially fenced 20-acre estate offers the peace and seclusion of a forest hideaway, paired with the comforts of modern living.
A gated entry welcomes you home to a custom-built residence surrounded by native Hawaiian flora and a thoughtfully preserved rainforest. Satellite internet, TV, and cell reception ensure you're connected, while an expansive covered lanai with a serene forest view offers the perfect place to unwind.
Crafted with exceptional quality and attention to detail, the home features:
- Solid 2" cedar siding.
- Locally-milled ¾" ironwood flooring throughout.
- Open-beam ceilings with pine tongue-&-groove finish.
- A spacious, full-width covered lanai with panoramic views of the lush native forest.
Enjoy an edible landscape with a variety of fruit-bearing trees and plants that may include orange, lime, grapefruit, mountain apple, banana, pineapple, Surinam cherry, and several clumping bamboo varieties. Native Hawaiian plants are also abundant, such as hapuʻu ferns, koa, ʻōhiʻa, ʻuluhe, māmaki, loulu palms, maʻo hau hele (Hawaiʻi’s state flower), le’le vines, sandalwood, and more. A grassy yard with fruit trees surrounds the home, while the remainder of the 20 acres remains pristinely forested. The property previously had a 20 year Ag Dedication for Native Forest designation prior to 2024.
Sustainable living is seamlessly integrated with an off-grid photovoltaic system featuring:
- 4.16 kW of solar panels
- A 12-battery bank
- An automatic 6kW Northern Lights diesel generator
All utility lines are underground and accessed via a manicured private trail.
Don't miss this rare chance to own a piece of Hawaiʻi’s natural beauty — with privacy, sustainability, and comfort all in one extraordinary package.
Property Details for 11-2991 Waimaka O Pele Road
Property Details for 11-2991 Waimaka O Pele Road
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 721469 |
| Days on Market | 98 |
| Taxes | $2,137 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 2007 |
| Lot Size | 20.00 AC / 871,244 SF |
| County | Hawaii County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
| Compensation Remarks | + GE Tax |
Location
Sold By eXp Realty, Justice Pang, License #RS-82058
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Property Information for 11-2991 Waimaka O Pele Road
- Flood Zone: X
- Lava Zone: 3
- Directions: From Hwy 11- Take South Kopua Rd to Left on Waimaka O Pele Rd (Kopua Farm Lots) - Go 2.7 miles - Driveway on the Right - Street Number Visible - No sign on property.
- Water Source: Catchment
- Topography: Fairly Level
- Latitude: 19.4943673
- Longitude: -155.08592779
- Year Built: 2007
- Road Frontage Type: Road/Street
- Roads: Private
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Tax Year: 2024
- Association Fee: $0
- Tax Annual Amount: $2,137
- Tax Assessed Value: 509200.0
- Parcel Number: 3-1-1-101-50
- Tax key: 311101050
- Tax Lot: 8502
- Carport Area: 468
- Carport Area Units: Square Feet
- Garage Area Units: Square Feet
- Parking Features: Covered
- Lot Size Units: Square Feet
- Property Attached: No
- Other Building Area: 300.0
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Other Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Roofed Area Units: Square Feet
- Lot Features: Wooded
- Land Tenure: Fee Simple
- Living Area: 1296.0
- Lot Size Area: 871244.0
- Special Assessment Amount Frequency: Monthly
- Assessment Year: 2024
- Covenants Conditions Restrictions: No
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
- Agriculture Dedicated: Yes
- Water Heater: Gas, Tankless
- Internet Access: Satellite
- Sewer: Cesspool
- Solid Waste Disposal: None
- Utilities: Electricity Available, Phone Available, Underground Utilities
- Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
- Exterior Area Units: Square Feet
- Pool: No
- Fencing: Wire
- Structures: Yes
- Washer Dryer Type: Dryer, Front Load, Gas, Washer
- Elevation Units: Feet
- Bathrooms Total: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Bathrooms Full: 1
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Bathrooms One Quarter: 2
- Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
- Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
- Bedrooms Total: 2
- Leasable Area Units: Square Feet
Property History for 11-2991 Waimaka O Pele Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24, 2025 | Sold HIS #721469 | $567,000 | — |
| Oct 1, 2025 | Contract Out HIS #721469 | — | |
| Sep 29, 2025 | Contract Signed HIS #721469 | — | |
| Sep 25, 2025 | Price Change HIS #721469 | $575,000 | — |
| Jul 31, 2025 | Price Change HIS #721469 | $599,000 | — |
| Jun 23, 2025 | Listed (Active) HIS #721469 | $625,000 | — |
| Dec 29, 2017 | Sold HIS #601937 | $392,000 | — |
| Dec 21, 2017 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #612893775 | $392,000 | — |
| Nov 6, 2017 | Contract Signed HIS #601937 | — | |
| Dec 22, 2016 | Listed (Active) HIS #601937 | $529,000 | — |
| Mar 31, 2016 | Temporarily Off Market HIS #282501 | — | |
| Mar 20, 2015 | Listed (Active) HIS #282501 | $599,995 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2025 | Sold HIS #721469 | $567,000 |
| 10/01/2025 | Contract Out HIS #721469 | — |
| 09/29/2025 | Contract Signed HIS #721469 | — |
| 09/25/2025 | Price Change HIS #721469 | $575,000 |
| 07/31/2025 | Price Change HIS #721469 | $599,000 |
| 06/23/2025 | Listed (Active) HIS #721469 | $625,000 |
| 12/29/2017 | Sold HIS #601937 | $392,000 |
| 12/21/2017 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #612893775 | $392,000 |
| 11/06/2017 | Contract Signed HIS #601937 | — |
| 12/22/2016 | Listed (Active) HIS #601937 | $529,000 |
| 03/31/2016 | Temporarily Off Market HIS #282501 | — |
| 03/20/2015 | Listed (Active) HIS #282501 | $599,995 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 11-2991 Waimaka O Pele Road
Schools near 11-2991 Waimaka O Pele Road
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Charter - | PK to 6 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mountain View Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Keaau Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Keaau High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Na Wai Ola - Public Charter School CharterPK to 6 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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