234 Kipa St

Hilo, HI 96720

$839,000
Price
4
Beds
2,224 Sq. Ft.
$377 / Sq. Ft.
2,224
Sq. Ft.
$377
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Welcome to 234 Kipa Street, a thoughtfully updated home in a quiet Hilo neighborhood conveniently located near Hilo Municipal Golf Course, UH Hilo, Hilo Medical Center, shopping, dining, and more. Set on a beautifully landscaped corner lot, the property offers mature tropical landscaping, expansive grassy yard space, and inviting outdoor living areas including a spacious covered lanai. A partially fenced yard provides additional flexibility for pets, gardening, or outdoor enjoyment. The home features...Welcome to 234 Kipa Street, a thoughtfully updated home in a quiet Hilo neighborhood conveniently located near Hilo Municipal Golf Course, UH Hilo, Hilo Medical Center, shopping, dining, and more. Set on a beautifully landscaped corner lot, the property offers mature tropical landscaping, expansive grassy yard space, and inviting outdoor living areas including a spacious covered lanai. A partially fenced yard provides additional flexibility for pets, gardening, or outdoor enjoyment. The home features a fully owned and net-metered 17-panel photovoltaic solar system with 5.59 kW capacity through HELCO, helping maintain exceptionally low electric costs of approximately $30/month. Split-zone air conditioning on both ends of the home adds year-round comfort and efficiency. A new septic system was installed in 2018. Recent improvements include LifeProof flooring throughout, energy-efficient windows and sliding glass doors, a remodeled kitchen, designer front entry, dedicated laundry/pantry area, updated ceiling fans, and brushed nickel hardware throughout. The home is also equipped with installed hurricane clips and is being offered unfurnished. Though permitted as a 2-bedroom home, there are 2 additional bonus rooms with windows and closets offering flexible space for guests, home offices, hobbies, or additional living areas. The 2 bathrooms are ideally located between living & bedrooms, for convenience from anywhere in the home. The living room has vaulted ceilings and lovely views, with a bathroom and 2 sleeping rooms on either side of the living room. Flexible, convenient living. A well-maintained and move-in ready property offering comfort, functionality, and a convenient Hilo location. Be sure to view the video tour to fully appreciate the setting and outdoor spaces this property has to offer. This home comes unfurnished and move in ready!
  1. Listed by Jake Moran • License #RS-82628 • Brokerage DRE #RB-16215 • Hilo Brokers Ltd
    P: (808)-345-9400 C: (808)-345-9400 jake@hilobrokers.com
  2. Listed by Kona Moran • License #RB-22314 • Brokerage DRE #RB-16215 • Hilo Brokers Ltd
    P: (808)-936-1877 C: (808)-936-1877 hilobrokers@gmail.com

Property Details for 234 Kipa Street

View
Mountain(s), Sunset
Waterfront
No
Subdivision Name
BRIGHT HAWAII SUBDIVISION
Zoning
RS-15
LISTING UPDATED: 05/27/2026 11:40 AM

Property Details for 234 Kipa Street

StatusActive Under Contract
MLS #729822
Days on Market7
Taxes$2,014 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1989
Lot Size0.49 AC / 21,225 SF
CountyHawaii County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Hilo Brokers Ltd, Jake Moran, License #RS-82628; Hilo Brokers Ltd, Kona Moran, License #RB-22314
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Building Information for 234 Kipa Street

Stories-Year Built1989Building Size-Lot Size0.49 AC / 21,225 SF

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$4,349 per month

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$4,181

Property Taxes

$168

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Property Information for 234 Kipa Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Flood Zone: X
  • Lava Zone: 3
  • Directions: From Haihai St, turn onto Nalani St, continue down and turn left onto Kipa St. Home is on the left. Google Maps: 234 Kipa St, Hilo.
  • Water Source: Public
  • Topography: Fairly Level
  • Unit Description: Single Family Home, Single Level
  • Latitude: 19.67139226
  • Longitude: -155.07323826
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Road Frontage Type: Road/Street
  • Roads: County, Paved
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,014
  • Tax Assessed Value: 544400.0
  • Parcel Number: 3-2-4-21-167
  • Tax key: 324021167
  • Tax Lot: 4
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 1.0
  • Carport Area Units: Square Feet
  • Garage Area Units: Square Feet
  • Parking Features: Covered
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Lot Information
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Property Attached: No
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Other Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Roofed Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Grassy, Landscaped
  • Land Tenure: Fee Simple
  • Living Area: 2224.0
  • Lot Size Area: 21225.0
Property and Assessments
  • Special Assessment Amount Frequency: Monthly
  • Assessment Year: 2026
  • Covenants Conditions Restrictions: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Agriculture Dedicated: No
Utilities
  • Water Heater: Electric, Solar
  • Internet Access: Cable, Fiber-Optic
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Solid Waste Disposal: None
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Water Available
  • Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Area Units: Square Feet
  • Pool: No
  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Structures: Yes
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Interior Features
  • Washer Dryer Type: Dryer, Front Load, Washer
  • Levels: One
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Heating: Zoned
  • Window Features: Blinds, Skylight(s)
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Cooling: Air Conditioning, Zoned
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
Rental
Rental Information
  • Leasable Area Units: Square Feet

Property History for 234 Kipa Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 27, 2026

Contract Out

HIS #729822

—
May 20, 2026

Listed (Active)

HIS #729822

$839,000—
Jul 29, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #161676243

$540,000

+86.6% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/27/2026

Contract Out

HIS #729822

—
05/20/2026

Listed (Active)

HIS #729822

$839,000
07/29/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #161676243

$540,000

+86.6% / yr

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Public Records for 234 Kipa Street

Taxable ValueLand$130,900Additions$413,500Total$544,400
Tax Record2025$2,014 ($168 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,224 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,224 SqFtStories1Lot Size21,225 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1989ZoningRS-15CountyHAWAIIAPN240211670000

Schools near 234 Kipa Street

This home is within Hawaii Department Of Education.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Waiakeawaena Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Waiakea Intermediate School
Public - 6 to 8
Waiakea High School
Public - 9 to 12
Kua O Ka La - Public Charter School
Charter - PK to 9
Rating
School
Distance
Waiakeawaena Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Waiakea Intermediate School
Public6 to 8

Waiakea High School
Public9 to 12

Kua O Ka La - Public Charter School
CharterPK to 9

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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Listing Courtesy of Hilo Brokers Ltd, Jake Moran, License #RS-82628; Hilo Brokers Ltd, Kona Moran, License #RB-22314

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