Welcome home to your secluded tropical paradise oasis! This land and home is truly a peaceful retreat with a solar heated pool, outdoor claw foot bathtub, and huge covered lanais. Home has never been so healing and relaxing. This 2 bedroom, 1 bath redwood and cedar home sits beautifully just outside Volcano Town. The kitchen is one of a kind, with a 7' koa countertop and acacia countertops, thoughtfully designed for the home. Custom bamboo cabinets, a large ohia Post in the center and a spacious loft for the keiki or storage are added touches that make this space unique. The gorgeous hand carved driveway, winds through the center of the land with hibiscus, orchids and hapu'u ferns draping everywhere throughout. This home is completely sustainable and off-grid, allowing the freedom of living away from the hustle and bustle. The home has a 48V owned solar system with 13 panels and 8 new batteries to sustain electricity even with days of cloud cover. The above ground pool has its own solar system to heat the water so that you can dive in any day of the year. Home has a 5,000 gallon catchment system and charcoal water filtration system pump in good condition plus a brand new pump included. Roof was painted less than 5 years ago. There are 2 carports: one is temporary and can be moved, the other is permanent and can be used as a working area or for parking. There is also an enclosed storage shed, brand new chicken coop, as well as an enclosed rock pond that could be used for ducks , hydroponics or even tilapia. For those colder days and evenings, turn on the high end wood stove that fills the living room and kitchen up for a toasty afternoon or starry night!
Section 1, located between Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and the Puna District, is a rural and forested Fern Forest neighborhood with lava-rock lots and a canopy of ʻōhiʻa and hapuʻu ferns. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Highway 11 corridor near the Fern Forest Road junction, where small roadside stands, mailboxes, and service pull-offs set a practical, off-the-grid rhythm. Homes tend toward modest cabins and single-story builds tucked into dense greenery, with long driveways and minimal street lighting. Rainy afternoons and birdsong shape daily routines, and the air often carries a cool, upland feel. Weekend errands and casual meetups orbit local stops such as Kilauea Lodge, Volcano Garden Arts, and the Volcano Art Center.
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Offer insights
11-2897 Makoa Rd · $310,000
$310K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $310K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
129 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
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Hardwood flooring
Wood-burning fireplace
Unpermitted improvements present
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Range
Range hood
Refrigerator
Freezer
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Gas and solar water heater
Exterior features
Above-ground heated outdoor pool
Grassy and wooded lot
Fairly level topography
Private unpaved road access
Home design
Property is attached
Full ownership
Fee simple land tenure
Lava zone 3
Zoned A-3A
Parking
Covered detached parking
Construction
Owned photovoltaic system (solar)
Utilities
Electricity available
Phone available
Catchment water
Cesspool sewer
No solid waste disposal service
Internet via satellite and wireless
HOA & community
Association fee approximately $16.70
Financial info
Not offered as a short-term vacation rental
Other
Assessed value listed (financial details excluded from features)
Electricity and solar
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Welcome to your private, fully furnished, and cozy home situated down a winding driveway and nestled in the rainforest. Everything pictured comes with the home (such as kitchen appliances, dishes, silverware, cooking utensils, towels, bedding, etc. ) Home is off-grid for independent living and equipped with high speed fiber optic wifi from Hawaiian Telcom for remote working potential Property has a security gate, solar security lights and wired security cameras which automatically upload to the cloud for 24/7 monitoring, and one acre of the property is fenced (front of property and 300 feet along each side). Enjoy modern conveniences in a natural setting, including on-demand hot water, solar power complete with 6 solar panels and 4 batteries (existing solar system can be easily upgraded to suit any solar powering needs), 7,800 gallon water catchment with UV water purification system, and wired generator house to power the home or charge solar batteries, if needed. Please note, generator not included. 20 foot storage shed also on the property, which can be used as workshop or for storage, shelves and workbench already installed. 1991 Ford F-150 work truck also included for runs to the dump or hauling of construction materials. Plates are currently in storage at the DMV. Enjoy evenings on the 12’ x 30’ covered deck with views of the native foliage, or warm up near the firepit on your 1 acre cleared property with ample expansion and development opportunities for 2 additional acres. Property lot is 3 acres. Quality of construction can make this house your forever home. Extra construction materials, including lumber, cinder posts, roofing, etc. come with property. * * Caretaker on premises, there will be no property showings without an appointment. * * * * Home is unpermitted. Cash sale only * *
HI Information Service #710071
Dec 6, 2024
Sold
$330,000
$368/sq ft
Oct 17, 2024
Price Changed
$330,000
$368/sq ft
Jul 25, 2024
Price Changed
$320,000
$357/sq ft
May 17, 2024
Listed
$330,000
$368/sq ft
+17
Let creativity lead you to do something amazing with this beautiful rainforest sanctuary. There are three meticulously crafted poolside cabins, each adorned with bamboo siding and distinctive Hawaiian decor. Currently, these cabins are set up to sleep as many as 10 people. A fourth, larger “owners cabin” sits just off the large Trex deck and has its own private covered area. Luxuriate in the multiple high-pressure jetted showers housed in a large lava rock room. The bathroom facilities continue with three private bathroom stalls, each equipped with fully flushing toilets. Two real stone sinks set atop a giant log vanity with plenty of counter space. An expansive 800-square-foot slate-tiled outdoor covered lanai area with 2 fireplaces houses a 4-person hot tub, a 2-person wood-fired cedar sauna, a large seating area, and a rustic kitchen with a two-burner propane stove and stainless steel sink. There is also a big refrigerator currently located in the owner's cabin. The centerpiece of this retreat is the giant 32 x 16 pool equipped with filtration. Maybe you will play water volleyball with friends or just use a float to soak up some tropical sunshine. Nestled moments away from the breathtaking Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, this retreat promises extraordinary possibilities.
HI Information Service #703239
Jul 12, 2024
Sold
$50,000
$56/sq ft
May 14, 2024
Relisted
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Jan 26, 2024
Listing Removed
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Jul 14, 2023
Listed
$60,000
$67/sq ft
HI Information Service #709265
May 2, 2024
Sold
$99,000
$110/sq ft
Apr 5, 2024
Contingent
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Apr 1, 2024
Listed
$99,000
$110/sq ft
HI Information Service #668790
Mar 29, 2024
Listing Removed
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Aug 14, 2023
Price Changed
$360,000
$402/sq ft
Mar 29, 2023
Listed
$385,000
$430/sq ft
HI Information Service #669692
Dec 22, 2023
Listing Removed
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Nov 27, 2023
Price Changed
$121,900
$136/sq ft
Nov 2, 2023
Price Changed
$141,900
$158/sq ft
Oct 25, 2023
Price Changed
$161,900
$181/sq ft
Sep 22, 2023
Price Changed
$169,900
$190/sq ft
May 15, 2023
Listed
$174,900
$195/sq ft
HI Information Service #669071
Nov 21, 2023
Sold
$144,000
$161/sq ft
Oct 18, 2023
Contingent
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Oct 9, 2023
Price Changed
$144,000
$161/sq ft
Oct 6, 2023
Price Changed
$149,000
$166/sq ft
Oct 3, 2023
Price Changed
$154,000
$172/sq ft
Sep 5, 2023
Relisted
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Aug 25, 2023
Contingent
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Aug 11, 2023
Price Changed
$159,000
$177/sq ft
Jul 31, 2023
Price Changed
$149,000
$166/sq ft
Jul 24, 2023
Price Changed
$158,000
$176/sq ft
Jul 21, 2023
Price Changed
$159,000
$177/sq ft
Jul 18, 2023
Price Changed
$163,000
$182/sq ft
Jul 10, 2023
Price Changed
$164,000
$183/sq ft
Jul 5, 2023
Price Changed
$165,000
$184/sq ft
Jul 5, 2023
Price Changed
$185,000
$206/sq ft
Jun 19, 2023
Price Changed
$186,000
$208/sq ft
Jun 13, 2023
Price Changed
$187,000
$209/sq ft
Jun 7, 2023
Price Changed
$188,000
$210/sq ft
Apr 11, 2023
Listed
$189,000
$211/sq ft
HI Information Service #701917
Jun 15, 2023
Listing Removed
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Mar 22, 2023
Listed
$35,000
$39/sq ft
HI Information Service #701302
Mar 22, 2023
Listing Removed
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Jan 23, 2023
Contingent
—
Jan 2, 2023
Listed
$35,000
$39/sq ft
HI Information Service #662814
Jan 1, 2023
Listing Removed
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Jun 13, 2022
Listed
$250,000
$279/sq ft
HI Information Service #652796
Nov 14, 2022
Listing Removed
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Nov 11, 2022
Relisted
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Nov 11, 2022
Listing Removed
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May 29, 2022
Relisted
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Apr 21, 2022
Contingent
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Apr 6, 2022
Relisted
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Mar 25, 2022
Contingent
—
Dec 31, 2021
Price Changed
$49,500
$55/sq ft
Nov 22, 2021
Price Changed
$68,000
$76/sq ft
Aug 2, 2021
Listed
$75,000
$84/sq ft
HI Information Service #663791
Jul 14, 2022
Listed
$53,000
$59/sq ft
Jul 14, 2022
Sold
$53,000
$59/sq ft
HI Information Service #654190
Jun 16, 2022
Sold
$50,000
$56/sq ft
Apr 18, 2022
Relisted
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Feb 22, 2022
Contingent
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Nov 3, 2021
Price Changed
$50,000
$56/sq ft
Sep 20, 2021
Listed
$53,000
$59/sq ft
HI Information Service #652067
Sep 24, 2021
Sold
$40,000
$45/sq ft
Jul 14, 2021
Listed
$43,000
$48/sq ft
HI Information Service #645687
Aug 4, 2021
Sold
$29,000
$32/sq ft
Jun 2, 2021
Contingent
—
Dec 31, 2020
Listed
$29,900
$33/sq ft
HI Information Service #638082
Mar 18, 2021
Listing Removed
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Dec 16, 2020
Price Changed
$44,000
$49/sq ft
Dec 16, 2020
Relisted
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Dec 4, 2020
Listing Removed
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Dec 2, 2020
Price Changed
$25,000
$28/sq ft
Mar 26, 2020
Listed
$22,000
$25/sq ft
HI Information Service #632537
Aug 25, 2020
Sold
$16,000
$18/sq ft
Jun 13, 2020
Contingent
—
Jun 11, 2020
Price Changed
$16,000
$18/sq ft
Jun 4, 2020
Price Changed
$18,000
$20/sq ft
HI Information Service #632971
Jul 23, 2020
Sold
$17,500
$20/sq ft
Jul 6, 2020
Contingent
—
HI Information Service #615131
Jul 29, 2020
Sold
$18,000
$20/sq ft
Jun 5, 2020
Pending
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Apr 3, 2020
Relisted
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Mar 19, 2020
Listing Removed
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HI Information Service #635707
Mar 20, 2020
Sold
$165,000
$184/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 4, 1991
Sold
$258,000
$288/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 16, 1990
Sold
$9,000
$10/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$200
$19,500 + $137,500
$157,000
2024
$200
$19,500 + $132,900
$152,400
2023
$200
$19,500 + $132,900
$152,400
2022
$200
$19,500 + $128,500
$148,000
2021
$200
$19,500 + $124,200
$143,700
2020
$200
$19,500 + $120,000
$139,500
2019
$200
$19,200 + $117,600
$136,800
2018
$200
$18,900 + $126,300
$145,200
2017
$200 (+20.5%)
$17,900 + $123,100
$141,000
2016
$166
$17,700 + $120,200
$137,900
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.93 Acres
Year renovated
1992
Finished Sq. Ft.
896
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
896
Year built
1992
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hawaii County
APN
3110210360000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 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
Fire Factor
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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
Volcano, HI • 96785
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 11-2897 Makoa Rd
$304,614
$5,386 under list price of $310K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $335K to $387K.