1189 LEI HINAHINA PL, HILO, HI 96720

Kilikina location, 4/4 immaculate home w/elegant landscaping and upgrades.

Listing Provided by: COMPASS
MLS #: 731289

Description

Perched at a higher elevation, on a corner culd-e-sac in the sought after Kamana community, this Metal Framed Construction, 4-bedroom, 3.75-bathroom residence is a masterclass in tropical living, blending architectural excellence upgrades with designer upgrades. The neighborhood is characterized by a high concentration of medical professionals who value the area's refined character and proximity to the nearby Hilo Hospital (now Benioff Medical Center), creating an inviting, professional & welcoming environment. The crown jewel of the property is a phenomenal secret garden that is truly a private sanctuary. A custom waterfall centerpiece provides a soothing soundtrack to evenings spent around the fire pit, all illuminated by a perfect outdoor lighting system that transforms the landscape into a glowing oasis after dark. Inside, the home’s layout is as functional as it is richly beautiful, featuring expansive views of Kaumana Wilderness from walls of windows bringing the lush Hilo greenery indoors. Recent SMART whole house electrical and mechanical upgrades enhancing energy efficency and modern reliability. On the lower level, you’ll find a fully contained 1 bd/1.25 highly successful hosted short-term vacation rental (STVR) with it's own entry, outdoor shower, BBQ, a hot tub & covered lanai with an outdoor kitchen. With a high occupancy rate & significant income generation, this offers a turnkey opportunity for those looking to offset a mortgage. The prime location strikes the perfect balance between seclusion and convenience. While enjoying the cooler air of the higher elevation, you remain just minutes from the vibrant energy of downtown Hilo and the iconic Bayfront. With the Benioff Medical Center and Boiling Pots close by, this property offers a chance to own a piece of paradise that pays for itself in a premier Hilo location. The home is served by the blue-ribbon award winning DeSilva Elementary School. Modern Tech meets Custom Luxury!

Property Details

Price: $1,250,000
Sold Price:
Address: 1189 LEI HINAHINA PL, HILO, HI 96720
Ownership: Full
Status: Active
Category: Residential
Type: Multi-Story, Single Family Home

Total Bedrooms: 4
Total Bathrooms: 4
Full Baths: 2
Living Area: 1,908 Square Feet

Listed by: COMPASS
Year Built: 2005
Levels: Two

Features and Amenities

Interior Features: High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Exterior Features: Lighting, Outdoor Kitchen
View: Forest, Garden, Sunrise
Pool:
Pool Features: Pool/Spa Combo

Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Indoor Grill, Induction Cooktop, Microwave, Microwave Hood, Other, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked
Fireplace Features: Gas
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Laundry:

Garage Spaces: 2
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Parking Features: Attached, Covered, Detached
Additional Structures:
Home Warranty:

Community Information

Project Name:
Subdivision Name:
Association Fee: $0 Monthly

Stories:
Year Established:

Lava Zone: 3
Flood Zone: X

Land Information

Lot Size: 15,114 Square Feet
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Land Lease Rent:
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Land Tenure: Fee Simple

Lot Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Dead End, Landscaped
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Roads: County, Paved, Street Lights
Roads Frontage Type: Road/Street

Zoning: RS-15
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Additional Details

Assessed Tax Value: $672,300
Annual Tax: $2,991
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Lot: 209
Tax Block:

Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Underground Utilities
Cooling: Varies by Unit
Heating:
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water:
Solid Waste Disposal: Private Contractor

First Listed August 10, 2026, 2:15 pm
Last Updated August 29, 2026, 9:59 am
Listing Conditions: Fee Simple, Standard
Property Condition:
Financial Info Available:

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ZayaPlays

This is the first transaction Missy and I have worked on together. I found her to be very professional, compassionate as well as thorough! Her clients bought a new place (perfect for them) before selling their current home. This loan was more complicated than most and she did an amazing job!! Lots of support for her clients and proactive when we needed something for the loan process. It was a pleasure working with her!

Sharry Monroe

Dan Polimino was selected as my realtor after his interview revealed his extensive marketing plan. Dan is an ethical professional with a team that is talented, skillful, and responsive. Manny's installations, repairs, and attention to detail were exceptional. Dan and Manny were immediately responsive to questions and concerns. Dan is skillful in negotiation and dealing with difficult situations. He provided suggestions when appropriate and timely. I was kept up-to-date on the status of our listings. Dan and The Hawaii Team were a joy to work with providing a smooth transition in the sale of the properties.

Mike Koch

Dan was great to work with. Very knowledgeable with detailed answers for every question we had. A true professional.

Karen Anderson

The KW Big Island team are the most professional and efficient real estate team we have ever worked with, in Hawaii and beyond. From the first meeting, through staging, prepping the house for sale, hosting open houses, handling offers, and completing all the paperwork, they were fast, responsive and professional. They sold our house in three days by knowing the market, using data to price it correctly, and doing excellent marketing. We fully recommend hiring them!

Michael Robertson

Dan and his team helped us sell a Condo in Kailua-Kona and purchase a townhouse as well. The experience was nothing short of exceptional. He provided excellent guidance throughout the process, helped us navigate the hiccups smoothly and counseled us on a situation that prevented us from making a costly mistake. The team that he brought together for repairs, staging, closing, etc. was top notch. We would definitely partner with him again and can not recommend him strong enough.

Rod Watai

Working with Dan Polimino and The Hawaii Team was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Dan is professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to delivering outstanding results. His communication was seamless, and his local expertise made all the difference. Highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Sharon Sakai

Love this team of professionals who are committed to excellence!

It was a great experience working with Dan and The Hawaii Team on our purchase. Dan is very knowledgeable about everything Big Island During our search, he organized visits to homes that not only met our criteria but also showed us homes that helped build our vision of what is possible as well. He had kept all the details for these homes ready which coupled with the visits, helped narrow down the list to the home on which we made an offer (and won among the multiple offers received!) He also has access to all types of contractors for everything that possibly would be required - from inspectors, gardner, repairs, pool & roof specialist etc. that enabled us to have a comprehensive information that was desired by us in making the purchase decision as well as during the contract execution He also guided us on the local rules and regulations esp. as they pertain to the short term vacation rentals which was of immense value. All questions and issues that cropped up along the way were handled expediently and comprehensively. And then upon close, seamless transition to property management was also orchestrated by him and his team. Thank you Dan and team for everything and we look forward to a long association and working together again in the future.

Gary Bailey

Dan and his entire team were an extreme pleaseure to work with. When we had our first meeting with Dan, We knew within the first 10 minutes he was our person to represent one of our biggest transations of our lives and he delivered in every way imaginable. The photos , write up and brochure was meticulously done. His wide reach of clientele and local knowlege of the Hawaii market was instumental in the sale of our home. Dan and his team took on many tasks that were beyond the scope of work we hired him to do and they were happy to do it. I would consider Dan a friend now from our time working together and would recommend him and his team to anyone.

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