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About 16-570 Wao Kele Rd
You can live in a very nice brand new, un-permitted one bedroom, one bath off-grid cottage while you build your dream home on the beautiful island of Hawaii. The property includes a 4500 gallon water catchment tank, septic and 24 V solar power system. Additional features include 8' x 20' covered lanai, knotty pine walls, vinyl flooring, granite counter tops and cement board siding.<br><br>This well-built 640 SqFt cabin is situated on a unique 3.44 acre double wide lot in Hawaiian Acres, on a well-maintained road not far from the pavement. This property has been selectively cleared leaving natural forest and foliage to surround you in a private setting. In addition to an open area around the cabin there is another clearing made in preparation for a larger home that could be permitted. Power and high speed internet are both available here.<br><br>Located about 25 minutes from Hilo and under 10 miles to nearby Kea'au and Pahoa, you'll enjoy the benefits of country living and convenience to shopping, dining and entertainment.<br><br>Check out the video here: https://hawaiianacresrealestate.com/video/MLS719779.mp4<br><br>According to Hawaiian Telcom, high-speed fiber internet is available here! Please confirm details and availability with Hawaiian Telcom.<br><br>Property is approximately 300' x 500' per county plat map, one of only 3 such lots in Hawaiian Acres.<br><br>Approx Latitude 19.522901 N. Approx Longitude -155.030149 W. <br><br>Approx elevation 1000 feet. <br><br>We have water to keep your catchment full and your garden green! Approximate annual rainfall amount is 157" according to the rain fall map.<br><br>Per county maps this lot is in Flood Zone X, Lava Zone 3.<br><br>Verizon Cellular worked during site visit.<br><br>Additional subdivision information available at http://www.HawaiianAcres.org
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- MLS Number: 719779
- Office Name: Local Hawaii Real Estate
- Office Phone: (808) 936-7580
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Nearby schools
4
Pahoa Elementary School
Public District PK-6
5.7 mi
•15-3030 Pahoa Village Rd
5
Mountain View Elementary School
Public District PK-5
6.1 mi
•18-1235 Volcano Hwy
4
Na Wai Ola - Public Charter School
Public Charter PK-6
6.2 mi
•181355 Volcano Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $57,101. Residents of Kurtistown, HI typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 16-570 Wao Kele Rd
This home is located at 16-570 Wao Kele Rd in Kurtistown, HI and zip code 96778. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $325,000.
The number of listings in Kurtistown, HI increased by 14.1% between February and March 2025. The median list price of listings available in March 2025 was $430,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 234 days.