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$299,000

16-570 Wao Kele Rd Kurtistown, HI 96760

1 bed
1 full
640 sqft
$467 / sqft
House

Property details

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

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
(A)
Size640 sqft
Year built2024
ParkingOther
MLS #719779

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 1
  • Parking: Other
  • List Price: $299,000
  • Price/SqFt: $467
  • HOA Amount: $0 Monthly
  • Lot: Cleared, Wooded
  • Year Built: 2024
  • Living Area: 640 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 719779
  • MLS Name: Hawaii Information Service
  • 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.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $57,101. The most common annual income of people living in Kurtistown, HI is between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

33%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
19%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

54%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
51%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Monster TrucksMonster Trucks
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • HuntingHunting

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Wal-MartWal-Mart
  • KmartKmart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Hardee'sHardee's
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • BuickBuick
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • CountryCountry
  • OldiesOldies
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Frequently asked questions

About 16-570 Wao Kele Rd

The listing price of 16-570 Wao Kele Rd property is $299,000.

The property 16-570 Wao Kele Rd is a house located in Kurtistown, Hawaii, 96760.

Active Listing: 16-570 Wao Kele Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 16-570 Wao Kele Rd are: Pahoa Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Mountain View Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Na Wai Ola - Public Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Keaau Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Kua O Ka la - Ncpcs (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Waiakea Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Hawaii Academy of Arts & Science Public Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Pahoa High & Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Keaau High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

The property at 16-570 Wao Kele Rd has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.

The property 16-570 Wao Kele Rd is 640 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 16-570 Wao Kele Rd is 2024.

This home is located at 16-570 Wao Kele Rd in Kurtistown, HI and zip code 96778. This 640 square foot home was built in 2024. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $299,000.

Over 11 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Kurtistown, HI. In the same period over 31 listings were sold below the listed price and 8 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Kurtistown, HI decreased by 0.6% between May and June 2025. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 40 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $425,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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