Discover Your Own Tropical Paradise in East Hawaii! Imagine waking up to the gentle trade winds, surrounded by lush tropical greenery, mature fruit trees, and the enchanting sounds of the jungle. Welcome to this extraordinary 3.44-acre off-grid sanctuary in the peaceful coastal community of Wa'a Wa'a, where the spirit of Old Hawaii lives on. A spectacular drive beneath a canopy of century-old mango trees leads you to this private tropical homestead, offering a rare opportunity to embrace a simpler, more self-sustaining lifestyle. The charming main cabin, thoughtfully renovated with island living in mind, features an open studio layout, functional kitchen, cozy bedroom nook, & spacious covered lanais. Elevated on post and pier, screened windows invite refreshing trade winds & beautiful views of the surrounding gardens. A newly built 240-square-foot guest cabin adds flexibility for visitors, a creative retreat, or additional living space. Designed for off-grid living, the property features solar power, rainwater catchment, & multi-stage water filtration. Extensive land clearing, fencing, an improved 600-foot driveway & a prepared homesite provide an excellent foundation for future possibilities. Enjoy your own tropical food forest with approximately 12 producing coconut palms, towering mango trees & an abundance of fruit including banana, papaya, guava, jackfruit, star fruit, soursop, citrus, & more. Established gardens & vibrant tropical vegetation create a beautiful setting for growing, gathering & living closer to nature. Just moments from the Pacific Ocean & the spectacular Mermaid Ponds, residents also enjoy access rights to the coastal shoreline. Whether you dream of an off-grid homestead, a peaceful jungle escape, or creating your own sustainable Hawaiian lifestyle, this remarkable property offers the space, infrastructure, & natural beauty to make it happen. Experience the freedom. Embrace the island. Make this tropical paradise your own!
Waawaa Ahupua`a, located between Kaimū Bay and the Puna coastline, is a rural and ocean-oriented Hawaiian Beaches neighborhood with lava-formed terrain and wide-open night skies. The neighborhood reads as a patchwork of forested lots and low-slung homes set along quiet grid roads. Character concentrates around the Kehena Beach access area, where roadside fruit stands, small craft tables, and surf-watching pull-offs set an unhurried rhythm. Community pillars include Uncle Robert’s Awa Bar & Farmers Market, the SPACE Seaview Performing Arts Center, and the Makuʻu Farmers Market. The landscape shifts quickly from ʻōhiʻa canopy to black-sand shoreline, with trade winds and salt air shaping daily routines. Evenings lean toward porch time and stargazing, with the ocean always audible in the distance.
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Market insights
14-235 Pakaka Rd · $369,500
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 92 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.4%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$369,500
Median sale price in this area is $497,970. (35% higher than this home)
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21% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
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1 half bathroom
1 quarter bathroom
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Gas cooktop, refrigerator
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Tankless water heater
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Wire fencing
Wooded lot
Fairly level and rolling terrain
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2 carport spaces
Construction
Solar installation from 2024
Owned solar system
Unpermitted improvements
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Photovoltaic power production
Satellite and wireless internet access
Electricity and phone available
Catchment water source
No solid waste disposal
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Hawaii County
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Last updated by owner on Nov 2, 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
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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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Pahoa, HI • 96778
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Exceptional sunlight
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This home receives average direct sun exposure in Pahoa. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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