Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds3,710 sqft

65-1270 Opelo Rd, Kamuela, HI 96743

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.99 acresLot Size
1959Year Built
$741/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Effective age 1998. "A modernist masterpiece of mid-century design": a magnificent hilltop residence incorporating themes of Schindler and Gehry but still reminiscent of the organic architect of Frank Lloyd Wright and Neutra, this custom designed home was almost entirely rebuilt and completed in 2003. A one of a kind property in the best Waimea location with spectacular Mauna Kea views nestled beside the graceful Jacaranda. "A must see" for qualified buyers. In addition to the main house there is...Effective age 1998. "A modernist masterpiece of mid-century design": a magnificent hilltop residence incorporating themes of Schindler and Gehry but still reminiscent of the organic architect of Frank Lloyd Wright and Neutra, this custom designed home was almost entirely rebuilt and completed in 2003. A one of a kind property in the best Waimea location with spectacular Mauna Kea views nestled beside the graceful Jacaranda. "A must see" for qualified buyers. In addition to the main house there is a separate art studio and additional all purpose room. “Other square footage” (695 sf total): 1) Studio (300 sf) 2) Garden Room (260 sf) 3) Carport Storage/Bathroom (135 sf) Additional Features Kitchen: -Honed granite counters (absolute black) -Custom cabinets: Wenge African hardwood -Subzero Frig. -Dacor gas cook top: 1 conventional, 1 convection -Microwave -Bosch Dishwasher -Franke stainless sink with hot/cold water purifier Master suite has two classic 1950's Lucite ceiling fixtures and walk-in closet Incredible two level library with extensive built-in bookcases: -library ladders -Hanging 1950’s “artichoke” copper fixture Third bedroom/den has built-in librarian shelves: pecan wood with ladder. General House Features: -Sound system throughout house -All Bathrooms have slate floors, black tile, honed granite counters. -Fireplace in living room -Built-in TV (Philip’s plasma screen), DVD, VCR -Alarm system -All window frames are custom made with Firwood (single pane) -Exterior wood is cedar -Deck is redwood -Hardwood floors throughout: Black Bean hardwood all laid on diagonal (Black Bean is a very hard wood - curly - select from Vanuatu) -Fireplace with wind cap -Front door is solid alder with a Marquesan design hand-carved by Tony Pico -Tinted windows -Koi ponds -Outdoor hottub -Insulated walls and ceilings -Copper gutters
  • Listed by: Dodie MacArthur 808.885.8885 dodiemacarthur1@gmail.com License #RB-10742 • Venture Sotheby's International Realty
  • Listed by: Deborah A Au 808.987.8753 dau@alohasir.com License #RB-16048 • Venture Sotheby's International Realty
Listing closed: 03/31/2006 12:00 AM • Source: HIS, MLS#: 164675
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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Venture Sotheby's International Realty, Dodie MacArthur, License #RB-10742; Venture Sotheby's International Realty, Deborah A Au, License #RB-16048

Sold By Mauna Kea Resort Services LLC, Kathrin G Kohler, License #RB-13857

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Property Information for 65-1270 Opelo Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $8,640 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Subdivision Name: WAIMEA HOMESTEADS
  • Zoning: A-1A

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1959
  • Lot Size: 0.99 AC / 43,000 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Lava Zone: 8
  • Water Source: Public
  • Latitude: 20.02561751
  • Longitude: -155.67517473
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Roads: County
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,640
  • Parcel Number: 3-6-5-7-31
  • Tax key: 365007031
  • Tax Lot: B
Parking
  • Carport Area: 2
  • Carport Area Units: Square Feet
  • Garage Area Units: Square Feet
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Property

Lot Information
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Other Building Area: 695.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Other Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Roofed Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: See Remarks
  • Land Tenure: Fee Simple
  • Living Area: 3710.0
  • Lot Size Area: 43000.0
Property and Assessments
  • Special Assessment Amount Frequency: Monthly
  • Covenants Conditions Restrictions: No
  • Property Type: Residential
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Water Available

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Pool Features: Pool/Spa Combo
  • Exterior Area: 400.0
  • Exterior Area Units: Square Feet
  • Pool: No
  • Exterior Features: See Remarks
  • Security Features: See Remarks
  • Community Features: See Remarks
Interior Features
  • Washer Dryer Type: Dryer, Washer
  • Levels: Two
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Bathrooms Total: 3
  • Appliances: Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Features: See Remarks
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 3

Multi Family

Multi Family Information
  • Design: Double Wall

Rental

Rental Information
  • Leasable Area Units: Square Feet

Property History for 65-1270 Opelo Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 31, 2006

Sold

HIS #164675

$2,750,000—
Mar 23, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #193253733

$2,750,000

+36.8% / yr

Dec 29, 2005

Contract Signed

HIS #164675

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/31/2006

Sold

HIS #164675

$2,750,000
03/23/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #193253733

$2,750,000

+36.8% / yr

12/29/2005

Contract Signed

HIS #164675

—

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

Public Records for 65-1270 Opelo Road

Taxable Value

Land

$1,053,500

Additions

$1,807,800
Total$2,861,300

Tax Record

2025

$33,914 ($2,826 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

3

Baths

3.5

Total Finished SqFt

3,925 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

3,925 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

43,000 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1959

Year Renovated

2003

Zoning

5A

County

HAWAII

APN

3-6-5-007-031-0000

Schools near 65-1270 Opelo Road

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

Honokaa High & Intermediate School
Public7 to 12

Waimea Middle - Pccs
Charter6 to 8

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 65-1270 Opelo Road, Kamuela, HI 96743
$2,750,000
3
3,710
43,000
$200,000
–
–
–
20,500
$765,000
–
–
–
43,000
–
4
3.5
2,174
55,016
–
3
3
4,162
45,999
$800,000
4
2,449
45,999

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Listing Courtesy of Venture Sotheby's International Realty, Dodie MacArthur, License #RB-10742; Venture Sotheby's International Realty, Deborah A Au, License #RB-16048

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