One of the few homes directly on the ocean on the Coconut Coast. A rare ocean front property listed under 1.3 M. Updated home with unobstructed 180 degree ocean views. Catch the sun rises and the reverse sunsets over the water from this privileged position of this unique home. Great opportunity to enjoy a gated, tropical paradise and private "get-away" in the heart of Kauai. Enjoy golden sand at your doorstep, paddle -boarding in your "back yard" and a coastal path out the front gate. This home is grandfathered with setbacks that allow enhanced water and coastal views unobtainable elsewhere in the area. The home has a playful interior. Bright colors define the open spaces and showcase whimsical, custom features. The ocean view kitchen and breakfast bar are made from reclaimed Monkeypod which accents the copper counter tops The doors to large living/dining room lead to playgrounds with ocean front seating, sheltered dining and cozy family areas. The top floor master suite and lanai face the sparkling water. A large en suite bath and walk-in closet/office provide a dreamy place for relaxation. Custom bath accents use reclaimed lychee, eucalyptus and African Sapele. There is a separate guest suite area with two bedrooms, bath, lanai and private entrance. And to complete the dream, there is an historic oceanfront writer/artist studio with travertine floors, storage and laundry areas. (This building was once used as a military bunker in WWII. ) Property is not in a flood zone. Property taxes are incorrectly classified at a much higher rate.
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$897Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Donna Holevoet• Resort Properties of the Pacific LLC
Rare, private ocean front on Coconut Coast. Gorgeous, unobstructed 180 degree ocean views. Great opportunity in valuable location. Enjoy the luxury of oceanfront living in recently remodeled home with separate artist studio. Golden sand at your doorstep! Steps to Baby Beach and the planned coastal multi-use path. This home is grandfathered in a privileged position on a corner lot. Enhanced water views unobtainable in most of area. Build a perimeter fence around large lot for a private enclave. This home is an opportunity not to be missed. Get away from it all in the heart of Kauai! The home has a open floorplan, vaulted ceilings, top floor master suite with room for wet bar, large ground floor living/dining room with doors to concrete patio facing water, ocean front kitchen, breakfast nook and pantry, tiled floors throughout. Two ground floor bedrooms and office area/laundry area. Remodeled, ocean-front writer/artist studio has travertine tiled floor, 6' sliding door facing water, closet and storage area. Complete the dream by permitting family room addition and removing encroachments. Sold AS-IS. Future ocean wall maintenance requires a permit. Scheduled for October 17 auction. Go to www. williamsauction.com
HI Information Service #228724
Oct 23, 2009
Listed
$950,000
$359/sq ft
HI Information Service #214193
Jul 28, 2008
Listed
$950,000
$359/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 23, 2004
Sold
$1,150,000
$434/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,727 (+3.3%)
2025
$4,578 (−2.2%)
2024
$4,682 (−75.9%)
$1,260,200 + $663,800
$1,924,000
2023
$19,401 (+32.9%)
$1,260,200 + $704,200
$1,964,400
2022
$14,599 (+63.7%)
$1,155,200 + $885,800
$2,041,000
2021
$8,917 (+5.6%)
$735,100 + $795,000
$1,530,100
2020
$8,443 (+7.2%)
$735,100 + $703,000
$1,438,100
2019
$7,875 (+1.8%)
$735,100 + $624,700
$1,359,800
2018
$7,737 (+24.8%)
$609,100 + $656,800
$1,265,900
2017
$6,198 (+4.6%)
$609,100 + $634,000
$1,243,100
2016
$5,925 (+5.0%)
$546,100 + $442,600
$988,700
2014
$5,641 (+28.3%)
2013
$4,397 (+22.7%)
2012
$3,582
$462,100 + $277,500
$739,600
Tax history for 976 Niulani Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,727 (+3.3%)
2025
$4,578 (−2.2%)
2024
$4,682 (−75.9%)
$1,260,200 + $663,800
$1,924,000
2023
$19,401 (+32.9%)
$1,260,200 + $704,200
$1,964,400
2022
$14,599 (+63.7%)
$1,155,200 + $885,800
$2,041,000
2021
$8,917 (+5.6%)
$735,100 + $795,000
$1,530,100
2020
$8,443 (+7.2%)
$735,100 + $703,000
$1,438,100
2019
$7,875 (+1.8%)
$735,100 + $624,700
$1,359,800
2018
$7,737 (+24.8%)
$609,100 + $656,800
$1,265,900
2017
$6,198 (+4.6%)
$609,100 + $634,000
$1,243,100
2016
$5,925 (+5.0%)
$546,100 + $442,600
$988,700
2014
$5,641 (+28.3%)
2013
$4,397 (+22.7%)
2012
$3,582
$462,100 + $277,500
$739,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
2,647
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kauai County
APN
4 430090010000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Vehicle Storage/Parking: 3 Car Or More, Attached, On Site