Discover a truly unique opportunity just minutes from the heart of Pahoa! This thoughtfully designed 430 sq. ft. CastleBlock home offers comfortable off-grid living without sacrificing modern conveniences. The property is equipped with a photovoltaic solar system and battery backup, water catchment with pump and filtration system, and a septic wastewater system, providing self-sufficient living in a highly desirable location. Inside, you'll find a full kitchen complete with a refrigerator, gas range and oven. Enjoy outdoor living from the covered lanai, along with the convenience of a single-car carport and utility shed for additional storage. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, weekend retreat, or sustainable island getaway, this property offers exceptional versatility. Enjoy the rare combination of privacy and independence while being within walking distance of Pahoa Town, where you'll find restaurants, shopping, farmers markets, and other everyday conveniences.
Waiakahiula Ahupua'a, located between Kīlauea Volcano and the Puna coastline, is a rural and lava-shaped Pahoa neighborhood with rainforest roads and oceanward trade winds. The neighborhood reads as a patchwork of ʻōhiʻa canopy, older plantation-era lots, and newer homes set back behind lava rock walls. Character concentrates around the Pāhoa Village Road and Kahakai Boulevard area, where food trucks, small galleries, and weekend market energy cluster in a compact strip. Community pillars include the Pāhoa Village Museum, Kaleo’s Bar & Grill, and the Lava Tree State Monument’s otherworldly grove. Daily life follows Highway 130 rhythms, with farm stands and garden nurseries punctuating the drive. Evenings turn quiet fast, with coqui calls and dark skies framing the landscape.
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Offer insights
15-1709 Akeakamai Loop · $245,000
$245K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $245K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
42 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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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Unpermitted improvements present
Bathrooms
One bathroom total
One three-quarter bathroom
Kitchen
Gas cooktop
Range
Oven
Range hood
Refrigerator
Heating & cooling
Tankless water heater
Exterior features
Full chain-link fencing
Cleared, grassy lot
Fairly level topography
Fee simple ownership
Home design
Zoned RS-10
Parking
Covered parking
One carport space
Utilities
Photovoltaic (solar) power
Cable available
Electricity available
Phone available
Septic tank
Catchment water
No solid waste disposal service listed
Wireless internet available
HOA & community
No special assessment
No common area expenses
Financial info
Not in use as a short-term vacation rental
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Discover a truly unique opportunity just minutes from the heart of Pahoa! This thoughtfully designed 430 sq. ft. CastleBlock home offers comfortable off-grid living without sacrificing modern conveniences. The property is equipped with a photovoltaic solar system and battery backup, water catchment with pump and filtration system, and a septic wastewater system, providing self-sufficient living in a highly desirable location. Inside, you'll find a full kitchen complete with a refrigerator, gas range and oven, plus mounted TVs that are included with the home. Enjoy outdoor living from the covered lanai, along with the convenience of a single-car carport and utility shed for additional storage. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, weekend retreat, or sustainable island getaway, this property offers exceptional versatility. Enjoy the rare combination of privacy and independence while being within walking distance of Pahoa Town, where you'll find restaurants, shopping, farmers markets, and other everyday conveniences.
HI Information Service #657571
Feb 9, 2022
Sold
$108,000
$251/sq ft
Jan 6, 2022
Listed
$120,000
$279/sq ft
Ready to build, level, cleared lot centrally located in Pahoa. Seller financing is possible. Municipal water, electricity is available, fire hydrant is next to the lot. In walking distance to shops, restaurants. Watch a video tour for more details.
HI Information Service #626518
Dec 17, 2019
Listing Removed
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Dec 17, 2019
Relisted
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Jul 10, 2019
Pending
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Feb 28, 2019
Listed
$105,000
$244/sq ft
HI Information Service #625383
Feb 19, 2019
Listing Removed
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Jan 24, 2019
Listed
$105,000
$244/sq ft
HI Information Service #608410
Jul 2, 2018
Listing Removed
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Sep 29, 2017
Price Changed
$135,000
$314/sq ft
Jul 17, 2017
Listed
$150,000
$349/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$577 (+79.0%)
$52,000
2024
$322 (−36.2%)
$51,800
2023
$505 (+20.1%)
$51,800
2022
$421 (−2.1%)
$45,500
2021
$430 (−4.2%)
$37,900
2020
$448 (+6.0%)
$37,900 + $800
$38,700
2019
$423 (−20.3%)
$39,600 + $800
$40,400
2018
$531 (+5.1%)
$38,000 + $100
$38,100
2017
$505 (−7.7%)
$47,700 + $100
$47,800
2016
$547
$45,400 + $100
$45,500
2014
$547 (−89.4%)
$54,400 + $100
$54,500
2013
$5,182 (+712.3%)
$54,400 + $100
$54,500
2012
$638
$55,000 + $100
$55,100
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
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Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.58 Acres
Year renovated
1933
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,110
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,110
Year built
1933
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hawaii County
APN
3150120550000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
RS-10
Single-Family Residential District - 10,000 sq ft
The RS (single-family residential) district provides for lower or low and medium density residential use, for urban and suburban family life. It applies to areas having facilities, and to carry out the above stated purpose.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Day care facility
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Bed & breakfast
Public service
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Fire Factor
We're working on getting current and accurate fire risk information for this home.
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
Pahoa, HI • 96778
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Pahoa. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.4 hrs
6.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 15-1709 Akeakamai Loop
$239,990
$5,010 under list price of $245K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $166K to $269K.