Nihi Kai #502 is a well-maintained two-bedroom, two-bath residence in one of Poipu Beach’s most walkable locations. The kitchen and both bathrooms have been renovated, air conditioning has been added throughout, and the two-level floor plan offers separation between living and sleeping spaces. A second-floor entry, island-inspired décor, in-unit washer and dryer, and a spacious lanai complete the package. The property is currently an active vacation rental, offering flexibility for those considering personal use, rental use, or a combination of both. Nihi Kai's location stands out for its easy walk to the oceanfront pool and BBQ area, both set against ocean views. Brennecke’s Beach and Poipu Beach are also just a short walk away, making beach mornings and sunsets easy without needing to get in the car. Nihi Kai offers tennis courts, mature tropical landscaping, and a location along Poipu’s shoreline that has made it a long-time favorite on Kauai’s South Shore. Ready for a tour? Cut and paste these links into a new browser window: Virtually walk through the unit: https://bit.ly/NihiKai502-Tour Property and surrounding video: https://bit.ly/NihiKai502
Hikina Kona, located between Lawai Road and Kaumualii Highway, is a coastal and rural Lawai neighborhood with plantation-era textures and ocean-facing trade winds. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Lawai Road and Kaumualii Highway junction, where small storefronts, service counters, and roadside fruit stands set a working, local rhythm. Talk Story Bookstore anchors the area with shelves and readings, while Kauai Coffee Company’s estate grounds and tasting room add a distinctly island-grown ritual. Low-slung homes and older cottages mix with garden lots, and the landscape shifts quickly from cane-era fields to salt air. Days tend to orbit around beach time at nearby Lawai Beach and sunset walks toward Spouting Horn. The pace reads calm and practical, shaped by highway convenience and open skies.
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Market insights
1870 Hoone Rd #502 · $1,100,000
DAYS ON MARKET
140 days
The average home goes pending in 185 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
95.5%
Most homes are selling 5% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,100,000
Median sale price in this area is $984,304. (11% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
19% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Carpet flooring
Bathrooms
2 bathrooms (2 full)
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave hood
Range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Carpet
Heating & cooling
Zoned heating
Zoned cooling
Exterior features
Has pool
Fee simple ownership
R-10 zoning
Paved roads
Home design
Attached property
CPR ownership
Parking
Unassigned parking
Utilities
Cable internet available
Cable available
Electricity available
Phone available
Sewer connected
Underground utilities
Solid waste disposal included with maintenance fees
HOA & community
Association fee ($1,700.10)
No special assessment
Financial info
In use as short term vacation rental
Electricity and solar
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Fully Furnished Successful Vacation Rental in Poipu with Air Conditioning - Walking distance to Brenneckes Beach and Poipu Beach Park Nihi Kai Villas unit 502 is conveniently located in the middle of the complex with parking, BBQ and Tennis courts nearbyNihi Kai Villas is a well maintained complex consisting of only 8 buildings and 70 units within 5.98 acres of mature tropical foliage. The newer renovated heated pool and spa area is located just across the road to world famous Poipu beaches. Island style furnishings ready for you to move in with the following: Designer Kitchen with spacious granite counter top island and plenty of cabinetryUpdated vanity sinks in both bathroomsA/C in both bedrooms and living areaCovered Lanai facing a slice of ocean viewEnjoy Nihi Kai's amenities which include Tennis Courts, Swimming Pool and BBQ Pavillon
HI Information Service #626094
Apr 1, 2019
Listing Removed
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Feb 14, 2019
Listed
$695,000
$569/sq ft
HI Information Service #219305
Dec 22, 2008
Listed
$829,000
$679/sq ft
HI Information Service #146559
May 18, 2005
Sold
$590,000
$483/sq ft
Nov 19, 2004
Listed
$599,000
$491/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 12, 1991
Sold
$205,000
$168/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 8, 1987
Sold
$123,250
$101/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 1979
Sold
$141,500
$116/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1979
Sold
$141,500
$116/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,654 (+12.4%)
$1,115,200
2025
$11,255 (+7.1%)
$1,115,200
2024
$10,507 (+18.4%)
$996,000
2023
$8,877 (+52.9%)
$929,800
2022
$5,806 (+5.4%)
$901,200
2021
$5,508 (+5.2%)
$589,400
2020
$5,235 (+7.3%)
$559,200
2019
$4,879 (+10.9%)
$531,500
2018
$4,399 (−12.3%)
$495,300
2017
$5,018 (+1.0%)
$446,600
2016
$4,968 (−1.4%)
$567,000
2014
$5,037 (+32.8%)
2013
$3,793 (−39.9%)
2012
$6,310
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
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Lot size
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Year renovated
1994
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,221
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,221
Year built
1978
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Kauai County
APN
4 280190220022
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Climate risks
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Minimal risk of unhealthy air over next 30 years
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Historical weather
Koloa, HI • 96756
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Sun exposure
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Very good sunlight
Sunscore
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Redfin Estimate for 1870 Hoone Rd #502
$1,062,747
$37K under list price of $1.10M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $829K to $1.5M.