956 Kaumana Dr

Hilo, HI 96720

$595,000
Price
3
Beds
978 Sq. Ft.
$608 / Sq. Ft.
978
Sq. Ft.
$608
per Sq. Ft.
Active Under Contract
Active Under Contract
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Description

This beautifully renovated home in desirable Kaumana has been thoughtfully brought back to life with care, planning, and attention to detail. Nearly everything in this home is brand new—from top to bottom, it's practically a new build! Recent Upgrades Include: ~ All-new flooring throughout the home ~ Completely remodeled kitchen and bathrooms with new cabinets and countertops ~ Brand-new stainless-steel appliances ~ Modern bathroom updates: new toilets, sinks, faucets, tile, and light fixtures ~...This beautifully renovated home in desirable Kaumana has been thoughtfully brought back to life with care, planning, and attention to detail. Nearly everything in this home is brand new—from top to bottom, it's practically a new build! Recent Upgrades Include: ~ All-new flooring throughout the home ~ Completely remodeled kitchen and bathrooms with new cabinets and countertops ~ Brand-new stainless-steel appliances ~ Modern bathroom updates: new toilets, sinks, faucets, tile, and light fixtures ~ New roof and gutters installed ~ New windows (excluding the living room) and new screens throughout ~ Additional outdoor bathroom and a spacious back lanai ~ New water heater ~ New interior and exterior walls and ceilings ~ Fresh interior and exterior paint ~ Entire home rewired with a new electrical panel ~ All new plumbing throughout ~ Updated light fixtures and switches Exterior Improvements: The yard has been thoughtfully cleared and landscaped, with mulch laid and grass newly planted. The backyard boasts a mature avocado tree, a papaya tree, and several Norfolk Island Pines—perfect for enjoying the island lifestyle. A large, newly poured driveway offers plenty of space for parking or entertaining. For added privacy and security, a white vinyl fence and automatic gate have been installed in the front of the property. Prime Location: Conveniently located close to schools, shopping, restaurants, and the hospital. Saddle Road is just a 5-minute drive away, providing quick access to Hilo or the west side of the island. Don’t Miss Out! This move-in-ready gem won’t last long. Come and see for yourself what makes this house the perfect place to call home!
  1. Listed by Noe Martin • License #RS-81669 • Brokerage DRE #RB-16782 • Century 21 Homefinders of Hawaii
    P: (808)-937-3112 C: (808)-937-3112 noelani2020@hotmail.com

Property Details for 956 Kaumana Drive

Waterfront
No
Subdivision Name
JOHN E. GAMALIESON SUBDIVISION
Zoning
RS-10
LISTING UPDATED: 12/08/2025 10:28 AM

Property Details for 956 Kaumana Drive

StatusActive Under Contract
MLS #722836
Days on Market135
Taxes$2,984 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1951
Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,666 SF
CountyHawaii County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Century 21 Homefinders of Hawaii, Noe Martin, License #RS-81669
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Building Information for 956 Kaumana Drive

Stories-Year Built1951Building Size-Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,666 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,189 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,940

Property Taxes

$249

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 956 Kaumana Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Flood Zone: X
  • Lava Zone: 3
  • Directions: Head up Kaumana Drive, pass Iiwipolena Road, property will be on the right-hand side of the street on a flag lot.
  • Topography: Fairly Level
  • Unit Description: Single Family Home, Single Level
  • Latitude: 19.6968771
  • Longitude: -155.11784339
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Roads: County
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,984
  • Tax Assessed Value: 268800.0
  • Parcel Number: 3-2-5-11-42
  • Tax key: 325011042
  • Tax Lot: 29-B
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Carport Area: 400
  • Carport Area Units: Square Feet
  • Garage Area Units: Square Feet
  • Parking Features: Attached, Covered
Property
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: Cleared, Flag Lot, Grassy
  • Land Tenure: Fee Simple
  • Living Area: 978.0
  • Lot Size Area: 10666.0
Property and Assessments
  • Special Assessment Amount Frequency: Monthly
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Assessment Year: 2024
  • Covenants Conditions Restrictions: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Agriculture Dedicated: No
Utilities
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Sewer: Cesspool
  • Solid Waste Disposal: None
  • Utilities: Electricity Available
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Area: 300.0
  • Exterior Area Units: Square Feet
  • Pool: No
  • Fencing: Stone, Vinyl
  • Structures: Yes
  • Security Features: None
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Heating: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator
  • Cooling: None
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
Multi Family
Multi Family Information
  • Design: Remodeled, Wood Frame
Income & Expenses
  • Common Area Expenses: No
Rental
Rental Information
  • Leasable Area Units: Square Feet

Property History for 956 Kaumana Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 8, 2025

Contract Out

HIS #722836

—
Jul 26, 2025

Listed (Active)

HIS #722836

$595,000—
May 23, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

HIS #716000

—
Nov 26, 2024

Listed (Active)

HIS #716000

$645,000—
Jul 18, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1497734016

$275,000—
Oct 29, 1999

Sold

HIS #8468

$40,000—
Sep 28, 1999

Contract Signed

HIS #8468

—
Jul 27, 1999

Listed (Active)

HIS #8468

$49,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/08/2025

Contract Out

HIS #722836

—
07/26/2025

Listed (Active)

HIS #722836

$595,000
05/23/2025

Temporarily Off Market

HIS #716000

—
11/26/2024

Listed (Active)

HIS #716000

$645,000
07/18/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1497734016

$275,000
10/29/1999

Sold

HIS #8468

$40,000
09/28/1999

Contract Signed

HIS #8468

—
07/27/1999

Listed (Active)

HIS #8468

$49,500

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Public Records for 956 Kaumana Drive

Taxable ValueLand$160,900Additions$105,400Total$266,300
Tax Record2025$2,956 ($246 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt978 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt978 SqFtStories1Lot Size10,666 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951ZoningRS-10CountyHAWAIIAPN3-2-5-011-042

Schools near 956 Kaumana Drive

This home is within Hawaii Department Of Education.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Kaumana Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Hilo Intermediate School
Public - 7 to 8
Hilo High School
Public - 9 to 12
Connections - New Century Public Charter School
Charter - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Kaumana Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Hilo Intermediate School
Public7 to 8

Hilo High School
Public9 to 12

Connections - New Century Public Charter School
CharterK to 12

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