Ideally located within the prestigious Orchards of Pepe'ekeo, lies over 24 acres of Hamakua Coast, ocean view paradise. An amazing property, appropriately named “Maluhia Kai” (Peaceful Sea), is located only 15 minutes from Hilo and offers so much that it is difficult to describe in the space allotted. From the time you drive through the wrought iron entry gate and up the long, palm-lined drive, you will realize that this is a very special place. An extremely well-built 1388 square foot home is situated perfectly to take advantage of the endless ocean views as well as the Ali’a stream, abundant orchards and lush pastures. The beautifully built 2/2 home features bamboo floors, Corian countertops, gas cooktop, authentic shoji doors, tankless propane water heater and so much more. The 12 X 9 office area is currently being utilized as a third bedroom. A large lanai, accessible from multiple rooms, offers 180-degree ocean views. The home remains comfortable year round thanks to its 500-foot elevation, abundant windows and comfortable trade winds. There is more than ample covered parking as there is a porte cochere in front of the home, a two-car detached carport and a two car garage. A 1384 square foot structure, permitted as an ag building, offers a nice, clean studio that has been utilized as a long term rental in the past, generating $900/month. In addition to the studio with a nice food preparation area, sleeping area and full bath, it has a large two car garage perfect for storing your farm/ranch/lawn equipment, etc. The abundant, income-producing orchards include over 140 Lychee trees, 62 Longan, 105 Rambutan and 100 coffee plants. In addition, the acreage produces several varieties of citrus, avocado, bananas, lilikoi, vanilla, mango, cacao and jackfruit. A very knowledgeable orchard manager currently manages the orchards with orchard production/financial numbers available upon request. There is also an 8 KW backup generator should the need ever arise.
This gorgeous property is located in the Orchards at Pepeekeo subdivision, offering plenty of space plus stunning ocean and mountain views! Sitting pretty on over 22 acres of land you will find a lovely home complete with county utilities and the benefits of a gentleman’s farm! The property offers a total of 1,948 square feet of space complete with a 2 BD/2 BTH home, a garage and 2 carports. In addition to all of this, there are 2 septic tanks and a photo-voltaic electric system. You want more???? OK! There is also a back-up generator, a large Ag house with full bath and a NFT hydroponic system-equipped commercial-sized greenhouse, complete with its own 10,000 gallon water catchment system. This slice of heaven is an ideal place for farming with its agreeable climate and deep rich soil which nourishes the orchards. This property includes approximately 150 lychee, 150 rambutan, 50 longan, 50 peach palms, and even some white pineapples. This truly beautiful site is fully-fenced with 3 entry gates, one of which is solar-powered! Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to live the life of your dreams! Sale price includes TMK 3-2-8-8-93 giving you two additional acres.
HI Information Service #226067
Jan 27, 2012
Sold
$800,000
$576/sq ft
Aug 19, 2009
Listed
$800,000
$576/sq ft
+20
FANTASTIC VALUE FOR THE SAVVY BUYER! SELLERS ARE FORCED TO MOVE TO THE MAINLAND AND NEED TO SELL THEIR GENTLEMAN'S FARM IN A HURRY! SELLERS COST IS MORE THAN $1,050,000. Built in 2007 with county water and electricity and very deep fertile soil. INCLUDES:22 ocean view acres acres plus a beautifully built 2/2 with bamboo flrs. , corian counters, tiled showers, marble baths, authentic shoji screen doors and windows, hardy board exterior and large covered deck to watch the ocean from. This property has elec. but the owners preferred to build the 1st farm house H off-grid. It is powered by a photovoltiac-generator system. Live in this perfect little home while you build your dream home next to the detached 560 sq. ft. carport which houses the photo-voltaic system and is meant to be the carport for the main house when it is constructed. Then use it for your extended family, farm workers, or care taker. House plans for the main home are drawn and avail. * 2880 greenhouse with NFT system for hdroponic lettuce. The greenhouse has capacity for 3000 heads of lettuce. It is serviced by an 10000 gallon water catchment tank. The lettuce is currently not in production, but a new crop could be ready in approx. 5 to 6 weeks. * 1384 sq. ft. Ag building next to greenhouse with bathroom, granite work counters and area set up for preparation of the produce grown on the farm. * Two septic tanks * In ground trees - approx. 146 lychee, 150 rambutan, 50 peach palms, 50 longon. There is also a small area of white pineapple. * Entire property is fenced and gated with a solar powered gate. * Accessible stream is completely on the parcel. Motivated sellers! You could not reproduce this farm and the improvements on it for this price.
Public Records
Jul 16, 2004
Sold
$180,000
$130/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 16, 2004
Sold
$500,000
$360/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 19, 2002
Sold
$4,987,700
$3,593/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 2001
Sold
$5,000,000
$3,602/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,035 (+6.2%)
$45,700 + $706,700
$752,400
2024
$6,625 (+7.0%)
$45,700 + $662,900
$708,600
2023
$6,193
$45,700 + $662,900
$708,600
2022
$6,193 (+14.4%)
$45,700 + $616,600
$662,300
2021
$5,413 (+1.8%)
$45,700 + $616,600
$662,300
2020
$5,315 (+13.9%)
$45,700 + $533,200
$578,900
2019
$4,668 (+63.7%)
$45,700 + $522,700
$568,400
2018
$2,851 (+2.6%)
$48,600 + $450,600
$499,200
2017
$2,778
$48,600 + $376,300
$424,900
Tax history for 28-498 Sugar Mill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,035 (+6.2%)
$45,700 + $706,700
$752,400
2024
$6,625 (+7.0%)
$45,700 + $662,900
$708,600
2023
$6,193
$45,700 + $662,900
$708,600
2022
$6,193 (+14.4%)
$45,700 + $616,600
$662,300
2021
$5,413 (+1.8%)
$45,700 + $616,600
$662,300
2020
$5,315 (+13.9%)
$45,700 + $533,200
$578,900
2019
$4,668 (+63.7%)
$45,700 + $522,700
$568,400
2018
$2,851 (+2.6%)
$48,600 + $450,600
$499,200
2017
$2,778
$48,600 + $376,300
$424,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
22.72 Acres
Year renovated
2015
Sq. Ft.
1,388
Year built
2007
Style
Other
County
Hawaii County
APN
3280080170000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
A-20A
Agricultural District - 20 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-20a is an agricultural district with a minimum building site area of 20 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
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Vehicle Storage/Parking: Covered, Attached, Detached, Other (remarks)