297 Puainako Street , Hilo, Hi 96720

Discover your dream home in the heart of Hilo town. This charming residence features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, perfectly designed for comfort and convenience. Nestled on a large, level perimeter lot, the property offers ample outdoor space for relaxation or creative landscaping. A carport with a storage workshop adds functionality, making it easy to keep your tools and equipment organized. Step inside to experience the inviting open floor plan, where natural light fills the space, highlighting the beautiful vinyl plank flooring throughout. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and elegant granite countertops, The large built-out basement, complete with a full bath and laundry area, provides additional versatility, perfect for a home office, gym, or entertainment space. Centrally located near Hilo town and the University of Hawaii, this home combines convenience with charm. First showing availability after October 11th.

Home details

1,120 sqft interior area

Year Built 1950
Year Remodeled 1996
Days on market 71
Price per sqft $487/sqft
Beds 2
Address
297 W Puainako Street, Hilo, HI, 96720
Total area 1,120 sqft
Interior area 1,120 sqft
Land area 8,494 sqft
nr.of parking places 6
Property type Detach Single Family
Pool None
Neighborhood Pohakulani Est
City of Big Island Hilo
Region South Hilo
Island Big Island
Land tenure FS - Fee Simple
View Garden, Mountain

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Monthly payment

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Mortgage

$2,779

Taxes

$415

HOA dues

$0

Mortgage

Last listprice

Down payment

$109,000 / 20%

Interest rate

6.58%

Loan type

30 years

Your amount $2,779 / month

Taxes

Property taxes

$415 / month

Estimated tax $415 / month

Property tax figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All property tax information needs to be verified by the buyer.

No HOA dues

Neighborhood: Pohakulani Est

Big Island

South Hilo

Pohakulani Est

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Amenities & Features

6 parking places, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl floors

Floors

Ceramic Tile, Vinyl

Stories

Basement, One

Furnished

None

Construction

Concrete, Wood Frame

Utilities

Cesspool, Internet, Overhead Electricity, Public Water, Water

Property Condition

Above Average

Amenities

Bedroom on 1st Floor, Entry, Full Bath on 1st Floor, Storage, Wall/Fence, Workshop

Inclusions

Book Shelves, Ceiling Fan, Dryer, Microwave Hood, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater

Pohakulani Est prices

Average price $1.03m

Neighborhood average sales price*

$1.03m

Neighborhood median sales price*

$1.01m

Number or sales*

7

Street median sales price*

$1.81m

*last 6 months

Schools

15 schools in this area

School rating		Distance
NR	Waiakea Elementary School 180 West Puainako St, Hilo, HI 96720 Elementary School	0.348mi
NR	Waiakea Intermediate School 200 West Puainako St, Hilo, HI 96720 Middle School	0.53mi
NR	Waiakea High School 155 West Kawili St, Hilo, HI 96720 High School	0.515mi

School rating		Distance
NR	Waiakea Elementary School 180 West Puainako St, Hilo, HI 96720	0.348mi
NR	E Makaala School 440 West Lanikaula Street, Hilo, HI 96720	0.723mi
NR	Waiakeawaena Elementary School 2420 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, HI 96720	1.213mi
NR	St Joseph School 1000 Ululani Street, Hilo, HI 96720	1.389mi
NR	St. Joseph Elementary School 999 Ululani St, Hilo, HI 96720	1.405mi

School rating		Distance
NR	Waiakea Intermediate School 200 West Puainako St, Hilo, HI 96720	0.53mi
NR	St Joseph School 1000 Ululani Street, Hilo, HI 96720	1.389mi
NR	Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School 966 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, HI 96720	1.434mi
NR	Mauna Loa School 172 Kapiolani Street, Hilo, HI 96720	1.831mi
NR	Hale Aloha Nazarene School 595 Kupulau Rd, Hilo, HI 96720	1.913mi

School rating		Distance
NR	Waiakea High School 155 West Kawili St, Hilo, HI 96720	0.515mi
NR	St Joseph School 1000 Ululani Street, Hilo, HI 96720	1.389mi
NR	Hilo High School 556 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI 96720	2.129mi
NR	Connections - New Century Public Charter School 174 Kamehameha Ave, Hilo, HI 96720	2.198mi
NR	Ka Umeke Kaeo - Public Charter School 222 Desha Ave, Hilo, HI 96720	3.43mi

Price history

Rented Aug 7, 2023

Date	Event	Price	$/sqft	Source
Aug 7, 2023	Rented	$2,400	$2.14	MLS #202317111
Jul 25, 2023	New Listing rental	$2,400	$2.14	MLS #202317111
Jun 3, 2022	Rented	$2,400	$2.14	MLS #202207448
Apr 19, 2022	New Listing rental	$2,400	$2.14	MLS #202207448

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Tax & MLS details 297 W Puainako Street, Hilo, HI, 96720

MLS #202521890

Current Property Taxes p/month

$415

Assessed Improvement value

$242,700

TMK

3-2-4-014-058-0000

Flood Zone

Zone X

Topography

Level

Lot Description

Clear

Total Assessed value

$466,500

Listed by

Hulali Kai Realty
(808) 218-8631

MLS #

202521890

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What is 297 W Puainako Street?

297 W Puainako Street, Hilo, HI, 96720 is a single family home located in the Pohakulani Est neighborhood of the South Hilo region in the city of Hilo in zipcode 96720. This single family home has 2 bedrooms & bathrooms with an interior area of 1120 sqft, on a 8494 sqft lot.

When was this home built and last sold?

This house was build in 1950.

What is the full address of this home?

297 W Puainako Street, Hilo, HI, 96720.

Are there beaches near 297 W Puainako Street?

No, there aren't.

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297 W Puainako Street, Hilo, HI, 96720 is a single family home located in the Pohakulani Est neighborhood of the South Hilo region in the city of Hilo in zipcode 96720. This single family home has 2 bedrooms & bathrooms with an interior area of 1120 sqft, on a 8494 sqft lot. This house was build in 1950.
*Neighborhood & street median sales price are calculated over sold properties over the last 6 months.

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297 W Puainako Street, Hilo, HI 96720

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297 W Puainako Street, Hilo, HI, 96720

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Neighborhood: Pohakulani Est

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