Kukuau 2 Ahupua`a, located between Hilo Bay and the Wailuku River, is a residential and historic Hilo neighborhood with ocean breezes and hillside streets. The neighborhood reads as older plantation-era homes and mid-century cottages set along curving lanes above the shoreline. The character concentrates around the Kalanianaole Ave–Keawe St area, where small local storefronts, harbor-facing sidewalks, and working-waterfront energy set the tone. Community pillars include the Hilo Farmers Market, the Palace Theater, and the Lyman Museum. Banyan Drive and the bayfront parks frame daily routines with shoreline walks and views toward Mauna Kea. Rainy-season greenery and trade winds shape the pace, with quick shifts from town blocks to river gulches.
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Property details
Exterior
Finance
Exterior features
Wooded lot
State-maintained road access
Not in an agricultural dedication
Home design
Fee simple land tenure
Zoned A-20A
Located in Lava Zone 3
Construction
Full ownership
Utilities
No water available
No solid waste disposal service listed
Financial info
Assessed value $321,700
2025 property tax $3,007.90
Electricity and solar
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The RS (single-family residential) district provides for lower or low and medium density residential use, for urban and suburban family life. It applies to areas having facilities, and to carry out the above stated purpose.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Day care facility
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Bed & breakfast
Public service
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Fire Factor
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Heat Factor
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Wind Factor
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1/10 Air Factor
Minimal risk of unhealthy air over next 30 years
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Historical weather
Hilo, HI • 96720
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 8% for direct sun exposure in Hilo. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for Puainako Ext
$288,718
$6,282 under list price of $295K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $270K to $600K.