130,680 / 3
Lot Size / Acres

Description

Discover the perfect canvas for your Big Island dream in the serene Fern Forest Vacation Estates. This spacious 3-acre wooded lot on Makoa Road offers a peaceful, private retreat surrounded by native ‘ōhi‘a trees, lush ferns, and the vibrant rainforest character that defines Volcano. Fairly level topography provides many excellent spots for building your custom home, establishing a garden, or creating a sustainable off-grid haven. Nestled at a refreshing higher elevation, the property enjoys Volcano’s...Discover the perfect canvas for your Big Island dream in the serene Fern Forest Vacation Estates. This spacious 3-acre wooded lot on Makoa Road offers a peaceful, private retreat surrounded by native ‘ōhi‘a trees, lush ferns, and the vibrant rainforest character that defines Volcano. Fairly level topography provides many excellent spots for building your custom home, establishing a garden, or creating a sustainable off-grid haven. Nestled at a refreshing higher elevation, the property enjoys Volcano’s famously cool climate, misty mornings, and abundant natural beauty. It’s conveniently situated with good road access, just a short drive to Highway 11, Volcano Village’s shops, restaurants, farmer’s market, and the stunning landscapes of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Hilo is also within easy reach for the big box stores etc. Whether you envision a full-time family home, weekend getaway, or homestead with room to grow, this blank slate in a growing, established community presents an outstanding opportunity to own meaningful acreage in one of Hawai‘i’s most unique and inspiring areas. Fern Forest Vacation Estates (Mountain View/Volcano, HI), the primary ongoing community cost is the annual road maintenance fee, which is typically $190 per year Annual Road Maintenance: Managed by the Fern Forest Community Association, this fee is dedicated strictly to keeping the unpaved and paved roads accessible. SSPP (Special Sub-division Project Provisions) Fee: For prospective buyers of vacant 3-acre lots in this off-grid area, you may encounter an SSPP fee. This is an additional assessment from the local utility (HELCO) to help bring electrical poles and lines to un-serviced lots. Buyer and Buyer’s Agent to verify all utilities, zoning, and building requirements with Hawai‘i County. Buyer and Buyer’s Agent to confirm Flood Zone X, Lava Zone 3. Sold
  1. Listed by Bary F Foster • License #RB-23707 • Brokerage DRE #RB-21254 • Okura Realty
    P: (808)-333-2586 C: (808)-333-2586 bary@okurarealty.com

Property Details for 54 Makoa Road

Waterfront
No
Subdivision Name
FERN FOREST VACATION ESTATES
Zoning
A-3A
LISTING UPDATED: 07/20/2026 06:54 AM

Property Details for 54 Makoa Road

StatusActive
MLS #732110
Days on Market9
Taxes$334 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeLand
MLS TypeLand
Year Built-
Lot Size3.00 AC
CountyHawaii County

Location

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Building Information for 54 Makoa Road

Lot Size3.00 AC

Payment Calculator

$241 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$213

Property Taxes

$28

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 54 Makoa Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Flood Zone: X
  • Lava Zone: 3
  • Directions: Hiway 11 to Kahaualea Rd turn left on to Makoa Rd between telephone pole 26 & 27 look for sign.
  • Water Source: None
  • Topography: Fairly Level
  • Latitude: 19.44785792
  • Longitude: -155.15080126
  • Roads: Graded
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Annual Amount: $334
  • Tax Assessed Value: 35700.0
  • Parcel Number: 3-1-1-22-136
  • Tax key: 311022136
  • Tax Lot: 54
Parking
  • Carport Area Units: Square Feet
  • Garage Area Units: Square Feet
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Other Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Roofed Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Land Tenure: Fee Simple
  • Lot Size Area: 130680.0
Property and Assessments
  • Special Assessment Amount Frequency: Monthly
  • Assessment Year: 2026
  • Covenants Conditions Restrictions: No
  • Property Type: Land
  • Agriculture Dedicated: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: None
  • Solid Waste Disposal: None
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Not Available
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Area Units: Square Feet
  • Pool: No
  • Structures: No
Interior Features
  • Elevation Units: Feet
Rental
Rental Information
  • Leasable Area Units: Square Feet

Property History for 54 Makoa Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 20, 2026

Listed (Active)

HIS #732110

$42,000
Dec 17, 2012

Sold

HIS #259669

$19,300
Dec 17, 2012

Contract Signed

HIS #259669

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/20/2026

Listed (Active)

HIS #732110

$42,000
12/17/2012

Sold

HIS #259669

$19,300
12/17/2012

Contract Signed

HIS #259669

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Schools near 54 Makoa Road

This home is within Hawaii Department Of Education.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - PK to 7
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 7

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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54 Makoa Road is a 3 ac of land for sale in Mountain View, HI 96771. This property was listed for sale on July 20, 2026 by Okura Realty, it's currently listed at $42,000. It has been on the market for a total of 9 days and was last sold on December 17, 2012. This listing's school district is Hawaii Department Of Education. Nearby schools include Mountain View Elementary School, Keaau Middle School and Keaau High School. 54 Makoa Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 3 ac of land on a 130,680 sq. ft. / 3 acres lot.

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