Welcome to an exceptional opportunity to own nearly 17 acres of breathtaking upcountry land on Kaua‘i. This spacious 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath, 4,178 sq. ft. home is the epitome of island charm. Stepping inside, you'll appreciate the timeless "luna" craftsmanship, reflecting the character and comfort of a bygone era in a truly unique setting. This property is ideal for those looking to embrace a self-sustaining lifestyle. With ample space to cultivate your own food, raise chickens or livestock, and savor the independence of country living, all against a backdrop of stunning mountain and ocean vistas. For visionary developers, the County indicates the possibility of obtaining four additional water meters, which supports the creation of a 5-unit CPR. This development can include five houses with full kitchens, each complemented by an ohana unit with a wet bar. Transform the land into a remarkable collection of homesteads, each boasting unique panoramic views of the East-facing ocean and West-facing mountains. Whether you desire a private, tranquil retreat or seek a prime development opportunity, this extraordinary property provides both. Expansive, serene, and full of potential—experience the finest of upcountry living on Kaua‘i.
Single-familyProperty Type
1988Year Built
16.93 acresLot Size
$838Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Joyce Wright Funk• Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, Rainbow Island Properties
Listed by Tim Ross• Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, Rainbow Island Properties
Kapaa Homesteads, located between Kapaa Town and Wailua, is a residential and hillside Kapaa neighborhood with trade-wind views and a garden-lot feel. The neighborhood reads as plantation-era cottages and newer single-family homes set along curving roads above the coast. The character concentrates around the Kuhio Highway corridor near Kapaa Beach Park, where shave-ice stands, local plate-lunch counters, and surf shops set a salty, walk-and-stop rhythm. Community pillars include Kauai Bakery, Pono Market, and the Kapaa Art Gallery. Days tend to orbit beach paths, school fields, and errands in town, with mauka roads leading back to quieter streets. Rain showers and sunbreaks move fast here, keeping yards green and the air cool.
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Market insights
5370 Kaehulua Rd · $3,500,000
DAYS ON MARKET
544 days
The average home goes pending in 102 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
95.1%
Most homes are selling 5% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$3,500,000
Median sale price in this area is $1,021,648. (71% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Carpet flooring
Bathrooms
Four full bathrooms and one half bathroom (total 5 bathrooms)
Flooring
Carpet
Exterior features
Wire fencing
Property used as farm or ranch with grassy terrain
Agriculture-dedicated land
Home design
Fee simple ownership
Parking
Covered parking
Utilities
Electricity available
Underground utilities
Public water
Cesspool sewer
County-charged solid waste disposal
Financial info
Not used as a short-term vacation rental
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
NOW AVAILABLE: Kauai up-country pastoral living at its best. The setting is amazing. Huge home reflects "luna" workmanship of an earlier era. New paint inside & out, new flooring in some areas. Land qualifies for additional 4 home sites and one guest house (with a kitchen) all of which possess amazing ocean views to the East and sweeping mountain range views to the West. Attached Department of Water Letter authorizes four (4) additional water Meters. Extraordinary CPR land division opportunity. Quiet up county setting. Mountain and ocean vista panoramas seen through every 2nd floor window. Ag dedicated. Portion of land is currently leased (revokable).
HI Information Service #638508
Apr 13, 2023
Listing Removed
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Apr 13, 2023
Listed
$3,250,000
$778/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$19,313 (+5.7%)
$1,642,600 + $1,195,000
$2,837,600
2025
$18,267 (+1.4%)
$1,642,600 + $1,195,000
$2,837,600
2024
$18,012 (−6.7%)
$1,290,600 + $1,435,700
$2,726,300
2023
$19,305 (+27.3%)
$1,173,300 + $1,525,800
$2,699,100
2022
$15,170 (+65.5%)
2021
$9,167 (−0.5%)
2020
$9,212 (−4.0%)
2019
$9,599 (−20.1%)
2018
$12,007 (−25.4%)
$464,900 + $1,101,900
$1,566,800
2017
$16,096 (+205.1%)
$997,600 + $967,200
$1,964,800
2016
$5,276 (+59.8%)
$997,600 + $1,268,500
$2,266,100
2014
$3,302 (−6.0%)
2013
$3,513 (+2.3%)
2012
$3,434
$295,500 + $974,500
$1,270,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
16.93 Acres
Year renovated
1996
Finished Sq. Ft.
4,178
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
4,178
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kauai County
APN
4 460120980000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
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Agriculture District
The Agriculture District establishes means by which land needs for existing and potential agriculture can be both protected and accommodated, while providing the opportunity for a wider range of the population to become involved in agriculture by allowing the creation of a reasonable supply of various sized parcels. To protect the agriculture potential of lands within the County of Kaua'i to insure a resource base adequate to meet the needs and activities of the present and future; To assure a reasonable relationship between the availability of agriculture lands for various agriculture uses and the feasibility of those uses; To limit and control the dispersal of residential and urban use within agriculture lands.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Self-Storage / mini-Storage
Warehouse
Recreation
Agriculture-Grove / orchard / vineyard
Agriculture-Pastureland
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
Kapaa, HI • 96746
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 5% for direct sun exposure in Kapaa. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.6 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 5370 Kaehulua Rd
$3,270,613
$229K under list price of $3.50M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.4M to $5.4M.