Escape to the privacy and tranquility of Mountain View with this unique property tucked away at the end of a quiet dead-end road. Surrounded by mature fruit trees and lush greenery, this secluded setting offers a peaceful island lifestyle with plenty of room to make it your own. The property features an unpermitted home along with an additional, detached cottage-style structure that offers flexible space for guests, hobbies, storage or creative pursuits. Designed with sustainable living in mind, the property is equipped with an off-grid solar power system featuring three 330-watt solar panels, a 2.4 kWh LiFePO battery, a 3,000-watt inverter, and an 80-amp OutBack charge controller. A generator is also included, providing additional energy security. Property highlights include: * End-of-road location for exceptional privacy * Fenced backyard * Mature fruit trees throughout the property * Peaceful, natural surroundings * Off-grid lifestyle * Separate, unpermitted cottage for guests, storage or creative pursuits Included with the sale: * Mini refrigerator * Cooktop * Water heater * Solar system * Generator Whether you're seeking an island retreat or a project with room to grow, this property offers a rare chance to enjoy privacy, sustainability, and the beauty of Hawaiʻi while adding your own finishing touches. The existing improvements are unpermitted and are being sold As-Is. Buyers are advised to verify all information and consult the appropriate county agencies regarding permits, improvements, and future intended use. Please do not visit property without a confirmed showing.
Single-familyProperty Type
2018Year Built
3 acresLot Size
$663Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Lisa Delfin• eXp Realty
Listed by Reciprocal Agent - Oahu• Reciprocal Office - Oahu
Puna, located between Hilo and Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, is a rural and volcanic Big Island neighborhood with rainforest roads and lava-shaped landscapes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Keaʻau–Pāhoa Road corridor near Pāhoa Village Road, where roadside produce stands, artful storefronts, and small eateries set an unhurried, local rhythm. Pāhoa Fresh Fish and the Pāhoa Village Museum act as cultural anchors, with the Lava Tree State Monument adding a signature outdoor landmark. Architecture leans toward plantation-era cottages and contemporary homes adapted to wet, tropical conditions. Daily life follows farmers markets, beach days, and forest trails, with wide skies and frequent rain showers shaping the pace. The geography reads as green canopy, black lava, and ocean air, with long drives as part of the routine.
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Offer insights
16-1170 AO Rd · $199,000
$199K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $199K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
29 days
The average home goes pending in 105 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.7%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Unpermitted improvements present
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
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Tankless water heater
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Wire fencing
Dead-end frontage
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Home design
Fee simple ownership
Lava zone 3
Zoned A-3A
Construction
160 exterior area
Utilities
Photovoltaic power
Electricity available
Cesspool sewer
No solid waste disposal service listed
Unpaved roads
Other
Property not used as a short-term vacation rental
Full ownership
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Last updated by owner on Aug 8, 2026.
A-3A
Agricultural District - 3 Acres
The A (agricultural) district provides for agricultural and very low density agriculturally-based residential use, encompassing rural areas of good to marginal agricultural and grazing land, forest land, game habitats, and areas where urbanization is not found to be appropriate. A-3a is an agricultural district with a minimum building site area of 3 acres.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Kennel
Veterinary clinic
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Pastureland
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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1/10 Air Factor
Minimal risk of unhealthy air over next 30 years
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Mountain View, HI • 96771
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This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 16-1170 AO Rd
$197,839
$1,161 under list price of $199K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $185K to $365K.