One of a Kind magical property. 2 homes with a endless CAVE unbelievable. This property is an absolute treasure. Located in the semi-tropical upper rainforest, it's prime location provides for warm days and cool nights. The main home has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath with a full kitchen yet small enough for those who are looking to reduce the size of their living area and go minimalist. Home has open beam ceilings and new appliances, high Speed Internet Access and Satellite Service also available. The second home is a cottage studio with kitchen and bath that sits further back on the lot. Live in one and rent the other, or keep it for your visiting friends and family. One remarkable feature of this property is the access to Sexton Lava tube (named after the Seller) which is equally shared with the adjoining lot owner. This unique Lava tube consists of over 35 miles that has been mapped and explored; it connects to the Kazamura cave system which has been documented as one of the longest in the world. Not your typical "spaghetti" lot, this 3 Acre lot size is 191 X 672, not the noodle-shaped lot so often seen in Fern Forest Vacation Estates. Elevation is approx. 2760-2770 feet ASL and cooler than sea-level. Besides the native Hawaiian rain-forest of Ohia trees and Hapuu Tree ferns, property is filled with an amazing variety of endemic plants and insects as well as native Hawaiian birds. There is also an abundance of carefully feed plants and vegetation, nurtured and cared for over the yrs some of which include: Lemon, Loquat, Brazilian Cherry, Pineapples, Strawberries, Bannanas, Black Bamboo, Anthurium, Orchids, Monstera, and many more. There are multiple raised garden beds and plenty of space. This property has the potential to be an excellent B & B, with on site spelunking activities! Think of the possibilities! Located on a paved road only . 6 miles from the volcano hwy(Immediately before Akatsuka Orchid Gardens. Only about 5 miles to Volcano National Park.
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Market trends in 96771, HI
Last updated August 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Buyer's market
Sale-to-List Price
97.1%
+0.9% MoM
Median sale price
$366K
$4K MoM
Avg. days on market
99d
18 days MoM
Recently sold homes
27
3 MoM
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Sale history for 11-2986 Kahaualea Rd
Date
Event
Price
HI Information Service #289516
Jun 3, 2016
Sold
$199,000
$222/sq ft
Apr 18, 2016
Contingent
—
Jan 29, 2016
Price Changed
$199,000
$222/sq ft
Nov 2, 2015
Listed
$225,000
$251/sq ft
HI Information Service #273073
May 6, 2014
Listed
$239,000
$267/sq ft
HI Information Service #257635
Nov 20, 2012
Sold
$73,823
$82/sq ft
Sep 18, 2012
Listed
$64,900
$72/sq ft
+10
This charming REO home is awaiting a new owner to restore it and reap the rewards. Conveniently located on a paved road and a short jaunt to the Volcano attractions. Property features access to the Sexton lave tube.
HI Information Service #186771
Jan 22, 2007
Sold
$260,000
$290/sq ft
Nov 6, 2006
Listed
$269,000
$300/sq ft
HI Information Service #184519
Sep 28, 2006
Listed
$298,000
$333/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 27, 1988
Sold
$15,000
$17/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$652 (+4.4%)
$42,000 + $157,400
$199,400
2024
$624 (+1.1%)
$42,000 + $151,600
$193,600
2023
$617 (−5.3%)
$42,000 + $151,600
$193,600
2022
$652 (+4.1%)
$42,000 + $146,000
$188,000
2021
$626 (+3.9%)
$42,000 + $140,500
$182,500
2020
$603 (+4.0%)
$42,000 + $135,200
$177,200
2019
$579 (+2.5%)
$40,000 + $132,500
$172,500
2018
$565 (+2.9%)
$45,000 + $122,700
$167,700
2017
$549 (+449.2%)
$45,000 + $119,900
$164,900
2016
$100
$45,000 + $116,600
$161,600
Tax history for 11-2986 Kahaualea Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$652 (+4.4%)
$42,000 + $157,400
$199,400
2024
$624 (+1.1%)
$42,000 + $151,600
$193,600
2023
$617 (−5.3%)
$42,000 + $151,600
$193,600
2022
$652 (+4.1%)
$42,000 + $146,000
$188,000
2021
$626 (+3.9%)
$42,000 + $140,500
$182,500
2020
$603 (+4.0%)
$42,000 + $135,200
$177,200
2019
$579 (+2.5%)
$40,000 + $132,500
$172,500
2018
$565 (+2.9%)
$45,000 + $122,700
$167,700
2017
$549 (+449.2%)
$45,000 + $119,900
$164,900
2016
$100
$45,000 + $116,600
$161,600
*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
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3 Acres
Year renovated
1992
Sq. Ft.
896
Year built
1992
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hawaii County
APN
3110201080000
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
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Vehicle Storage/Parking: Covered, Other (remarks)
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Features
Floor Covering: Carpet
Interior Area (Total): 896
Other Square Footage (Total): 500
Exterior
Exterior Features
Pool: N
Roads: County, Graded
Land Information
Level
Lava Zone: 3
Land Tenure: Fee Simple
Land Area: 130680
Agriculture Dedicated
Lot Information
Easement: None
Lot Description - Land: Clear, Grassy
Lot Dimensions (Length): 672
Lot Dimensions (Width): 191
Lot Number: 22
Oceanfront Parcel: N
Structures: Has Structures
Zoning: A-3A
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Security: None
Subdivision: FERN FOREST VACATION ESTATES
Subdivision Abbreviated Name: FERN FOREST
View: Forest
Year Built Minimum: 1992
Year Built Maximum: 1992
Design: Double Wall
Financial
Assessment Information
Assessed Value: $132,800
Assessment Year: 2015
Tax Information
Taxes (Annual): $100
Tax Year: 2015
Utilities
Utility Information
Internet Availability: Satellite
TV Availability: Satellite
Telephone Availability: Cell
Power: Overhead
Wastewater: Cesspool
Water: Catchment
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Multi-Dwelling, Single Family Home
# of Units (Total): 2
Building 1 Information
# of Units: 2
Oceanfront Unit: N
Unit Description: Multi-Dwelling, Single Family Home
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bathrooms (Total): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Design: Double Wall
Interior Area: 896
Exterior Finish: Wood
Roof Material: Corrugated Iron
Age: 24
Parking: Covered, Other (remarks)
Other Square Footage: 500
Resident Manager: No
Year Built: 1992
School Information
District: Puna
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 896
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1992
Year Renovated: 1992
County: Hawaii County
APN: 3110201080000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Mountain View Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 8.6mi
7/10
Keaau Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 14.8mi
5/10
Keaau High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 14.7mi
3/10
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Climate risks
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 6.9 hours in
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