Hamakua Real Estate

Hamakua is a picturesque region located in the state of Hawaii, specifically on the Big Island. With its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, Hamakua attracts both locals and tourists alike.

Situated on the northeastern coast of the island, Hamakua is known for its lush green landscapes, cascading waterfalls, and breathtaking ocean views. The region is characterized by its fertile soil, making it an ideal location for agriculture. Here, you will find vast fields of sugarcane, macadamia nuts, and tropical fruits thriving in the fertile volcanic soil.

Hamakua is also home to a number of charming towns and communities, each with its own unique character. Honokaa, the largest town in the region, is known for its historic buildings and vibrant arts scene. Waipio Valley, often referred to as the "Valley of the Kings," is a must-visit destination for its dramatic cliffs, black sand beach, and lush taro fields.

Nature lovers will find plenty to explore in Hamakua. The region is dotted with numerous hiking trails, offering opportunities to discover hidden waterfalls, scenic viewpoints, and native flora and fauna. The Akaka Falls State Park is a popular attraction, featuring a 442-foot waterfall surrounded by lush rainforest.

In addition to its natural wonders, Hamakua also boasts a strong sense of community and a rich cultural heritage. The region is home to many traditional Hawaiian practices, including hula dancing, lei making, and taro farming. Visitors can immerse themselves in the local culture by attending festivals, visiting historic sites, or participating in traditional ceremonies.

Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat, a place to connect with nature, or a vibrant community to call home, Hamakua offers a unique and enchanting experience. With its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage, this region is truly a hidden gem in the heart of Hawaii.

Newest Listings in Hamakua

$1,100,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 731914 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

Simplicity, privacy, and room to breathe define this single-story home on five peaceful acres in the rural community of upper Honokaʻa. Accessed via the fully paved, forest-lined Old Māmalahoa Highway, this property welcomes you with an attached porte-cochère offering covered parking and convenient entry through double glass front doors or the mudroom/laundry room. Inside, the expansive living room features soaring ceilings, a cozy gas fireplace, and large sliding doors that open to nearly 500 square feet of covered lanai—perfect for indoor-outdoor living. The spacious kitchen and dining area is designed for everyday living and entertaining, with generous counter space, abundant cabinetry, a center island with prep sink, pantry, distinctive lava rock flooring, and a second set of sliding doors leading to the lanai. Filled with natural light, the primary suite offers a trey ceiling, gas fireplace, charming bay window, and direct lanai access. The ensuite bath includes dual vanities and an oversized, fully tiled walk-in shower with dual shower heads. Three additional bedrooms provide flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. The guest bath features a jetted soaking tub with tiled shower surround and a striking glass vanity with integrated sink. The laundry room is equipped with a front-load washer, dryer, utility sink, and ample storage. While the entire five-acre parcel offers potential for agriculture, horses, or other livestock, the partially landscaped homesite is thoughtfully designed for easy maintenance, leaving plenty of room to expand gardens, orchards, or pasture. Just minutes away, historic Honokaʻa offers the conveniences of small-town living, including grocery stores, restaurants, boutiques, a bookstore, library, gas stations, North Hawaiʻi Community Hospital, and the beloved Honokaʻa People's Theatre, where first-run movies are shown each week.

46-3993 Old Mamalahoa Highway, HONOKAA

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Hilo.

$550,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 730248 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

Modern and comfortable bungalow in Paauhau Village, known as “The Land of Sunshine,” just minutes from Honokaa Town. Impressive ocean views can be enjoyed from this home's open concept living room as well as its generously sized, covered lanai, which doubles the living area. Soaring open beam ceilings plus natural light from large windows make the interior feel spacious and airy. The bright kitchen features a hood vent over the gas range. Between the kitchen and primary bedroom, an attractively tiled shower/tub and double sinks complete a spacious bathroom. In the primary bedroom, a portion of the front lanai was enclosed to create an enviable walk in closet with sleek barn door. The updated laundry area with a brand new washer and dryer is conveniently situated near the home's entry. Nestled behind the home, the separate 332sqft utility shed was adapted and used as a charming guest retreat. The property's mature landscaping provides fresh longan fruit as well as lush foliage, creating privacy for both the home and the shed. Beneath the home, plenty of storage space is available, and the property has ample open areas for parking along the front of the lot or behind the home near the entrances to the home and the shed. HOA fees of $25/month cover maintenance of the neighborhood's private roads and the nearby park, which offers a swing set, surface courts, and a pavilion with shade for gatherings. Come experience the sunny weather and ocean vistas from Paauhau's ideal elevation to truly appreciate this sweet spot! Square footage may not match county records. The information herein may contain inaccuracies and is provided without warranty or guaranty of any kind. Agent and buyers must independently verify any info they deem material or important to their purchase.

44-506 Hoomau St, HONOKAA

Listing courtesy of Algood Hawaii, LLC.

$575,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 732236 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Honokaa, offering a comfortable layout with plenty of natural light. Large windows brighten the interior, while the separate den provides flexible space for a home office, media room, or additional living area. Enjoy Hawaii’s relaxed indoor-outdoor lifestyle from the covered lanai, perfect for morning coffee, casual dining, or unwinding at the end of the day. Conveniently located near Honokaa town, shopping, dining, schools, and the scenic beauty of the Hamakua Coast. A wonderful opportunity to make this home your own. Some photos have been virtually staged.

45-476 Analio Pl, HONOKAA

Listing courtesy of First Hawaiian Realty.

$289,000

731181 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

Discover 8.661 acres of usable agricultural land in Paauilo, one of the most scenic and desirable regions of the Hamakua Coast. Located at a comfortable elevation on the slopes of Mauna Kea, this parcel offers cool temperatures, fertile surroundings, and sweeping rural views. The property is situated within the established Paauilo Homesteads community, characterized by ranch land, farms, and a peaceful country atmosphere. The area is known for its quiet roads, wide-open landscapes, and strong agricultural heritage. Just a short drive to historic Honoka‘a, and within reach of Waimea, Hilo, and Waipi‘o Valley, this location offers both seclusion and convenience. A versatile parcel well-suited for farming, a private estate, or future investment in Hawai‘i Island land.

43-1809 Manienie Rd, PAAUILO

Listing courtesy of Aloha Sotheby's Intl Realty - Hawai'i.

$299,000

731128 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

Enjoy 9.334 acres of peaceful countryside living in Paauilo, located along the scenic Hamakua Coast of Hawai‘i Island. Positioned on the slopes of Mauna Kea, this agricultural parcel benefits from rich soils, a temperate climate, and expansive rural surroundings. The land is part of the historic Paauilo Homesteads area, surrounded by open pastureland, small farms, and ranch properties. The setting provides a true sense of privacy and space while still being part of a small rural community. From this central Hamakua location, enjoy convenient access to Honoka‘a town for daily necessities, as well as easy drives to Waimea, Hilo, and the stunning natural landscapes of Waipi‘o Valley and the north coast.

43-1831 Manienie Rd, PAAUILO

Listing courtesy of Aloha Sotheby's Intl Realty - Hawai'i.

$780,000

1 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 731093 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

Excellent opportunity to own a charming commercial property encompassing a retail storefront with a small cafe, a separate office and a residential apartment, on a 10,479 sq. ft. parcel. Located a short way from Honoka’a town and about 1/2 mile from the revered Waipi’o Valley overlook, the building dates to 1925 when it was built as a general store and residence. Largely constructed of koa and redwood, it’s a shining example of a well-preserved Hawaiian plantation-style building. Currently the building houses Waipi’o Valley Artworks, a long-standing successful art gallery that features local artists who work in a wide variety of media, and an attached café that offers grab-and-go snacks and drinks. The adjacent office is leased to a esthetician's clinic, and the 1-BR/1-BA 552 sq. ft. furnished apartment is currently leased to a full-time tenant. (It was previously used as a popular vacation rental.) During its storied past, this building has also been used as a general store and as as woodworking studio w/residence. Looking forward, the commercial zoning allows for a wide range of uses. The building has been well maintained. Most recent updates include: • Septic system converted from a cesspool (2011) • New air conditioning units installed in the Gallery (2024) • Extensive electrical upgrades incl. 2 new Energy Plus electric meters (2025) plus new wiring, ceiling fans, lighting fixtures and outlets in the Gallery • New flooring (2025), additional refrigerator/freezer units (2024) and custom cabinets (2024) in the Cafe • Bathroom 1 updated to ADA requirements (2024) w/new pedestal sink and toilet. New vanity in Bath 2. New sinks, mirrors, touchless faucets and paint in both. • New sofa, refrig., washer/dryer (2023) and new bed frame/mattress (2025) at the apartment. • New storage shed (2024) **The Waipi’o Valley Artworks business is for sale separately. This offering is for the real estate (building and land) ONLY.**

48-5416 Kukuihaele Rd, HONOKAA

Listing courtesy of Kohala Coast Properties.

$899,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 731174 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

This 3-bedroom, 2-bath A-frame home is set on over an acre just minutes from historic Honokaʻa town. The fully fenced and gated property offers room to spread out, with tropical landscaping, established fruit trees, and ocean views from the home and yard. Inside, the home has a comfortable and functional layout with natural light, large windows, and generous closet spaces. Two bedrooms and a shared bathroom are located on the main level, while the primary bedroom and bathroom are upstairs in the loft, where some of the home’s best ocean views can be enjoyed. Two separate living areas provide flexibility, including one with hardwood floors that has been used by the current owner as a dance studio. The open kitchen includes a large island with bar seating, butcher-block countertops, a gas range, and views toward the ocean and surrounding property. Additional features include a spacious lanai, solar hot water, water filtration systems, a storage shed, and ample room for gardening, food production, or expanding the existing landscaping. The property offers something quite rare: enough land for privacy and room to grow, without the upkeep that often comes with the larger 5- to 10-acre parcels found in the area. With over an acre and just half a mile from Honokaʻa town, it checks many of the boxes that can be difficult to find in one property—usable land, ocean views, privacy, and still walkable to town.

46-3916 Honokaa Waipio Rd, HONOKAA

Listing courtesy of Hawaii Life.

$575,000

731487 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

Escape to your botanical oasis. Isolate yourself to a quiet, forest-fresh air environment with plentiful water and clear skies. Locate yourself to the newest meticulously prepared three-lot subdivision that encompasses strategically place rocked-in roads and several pad-ready, site-prepared home sites. Awaiting you is a sanctuary of lush bamboo forest, strawberry guava, hapuu ferns and towering Robusta eucalyptus trees. Located among the "Valley of the Kings" Waipi'o, Honokaa and Waimea is an uniquely private sanctuary where you can choose a 5.347-acre lush bamboo forest of towering green canopies and serene wind-chime acoustics. This lot is bordered on two sides by a creek, and features a huge, level homesite with deep, rich soil in which to grow your own food. In addition you'll find white, yellow and Kahili ginger as well as several avocado trees. In addition is a 5.001-acre parcel which includes a cleared, expansive, flat homesite at the top of the private lot, as well as a large site at the bottom, surrounded by mature strawberry guava and giant hapuu ferns. The 8.000-acre parcel has an abundance of incredibly dense hardwood Robusta eucalyptus trees which are valued for outdoor structures in tropical climates. The road leading up to the potential view lot at the top runs along a beautiful fresh water creek and is bordered by large hapuu ferns and Kahili ginger. Be the first to get the best of these special choices that are available now. Act quickly. Ahualoa properties go fast! Starting at $575,000 for Lot 107. Water and electric are available. All comments, data is provided by seller or seller's representatives. Buyer to confirm all & hold all parties harmless from any discrepancy data in the mls and advertising. Limited Service–Data Entry Addendum signed by seller/s must be signed by buyer/s with Purchase Contract.

46-3821 Puaono Road Unit 107, HONOKAA

Listing courtesy of Nathalie Mullinix Realty Universal, Inc..

$1,125,000

3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 730241 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

Set on 5 pristine acres at approximately 2,400 feet elevation, this extraordinary custom-built off-grid property offers privacy, sustainability, and exceptional craftsmanship surrounded by the beauty of Hawai‘i’s natural landscape. Rich teak imported from Thailand is showcased throughout the home, creating a warm and luxurious atmosphere that blends seamlessly with the surrounding environment. Home is equipped with Fiber high-speed Internet with speeds up to 1 GBPS available through a subscription with Hawaiian Telcom. Two interconnected Outback photovoltaic systems with Lithium Farro battery backup storage. Two large-capacity water catchment tanks 15,000 & 18,000 gallons with carbon filtration and UV treatment systems. Designed with both comfort and accessibility in mind, the home features spacious interiors, ADA-compliant 36” wide interior doors, and thoughtfully selected fixtures for ease of living. Despite its peaceful, secluded setting, the property remains fully connected with access to high-speed fiber internet, offering the ideal balance of modern convenience and tranquil country living. The single-level main residence showcases custom imported teakwood walls, ceilings, and cabinetry throughout the kitchen and bedrooms, complemented by premium teak laminate flooring imported from Germany. A wood-burning stove adds rustic charm and warmth on cooler evenings. Quality insulation throughout the home helps maintain a comfortable interior climate year-round. Energy-efficient off-grid appliances, including the refrigerator, kitchen stove, and two on-demand water heaters, were specially selected to maximize sustainability and performance. Adding even more versatility to the property is a separate multi-purpose utility building, currently permitted as a storage structure, offering endless possibilities for workshop space, hobbies, equipment storage, or future expansion.

44-4766 Waikaalulu Rd, HONOKAA

Listing courtesy of COMPASS.

$350,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 730366 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

Tucked away in a small subdivision along the scenic route to Waipiʻo Valley, this property offers a unique opportunity in the peaceful community of Kapulena. This renovation project is well-suited for investors, contractors, or buyers looking to restore, reimagine, or build value over time. The existing home offers plenty of potential for improvement and serves as a solid starting point for your vision. Enjoy the quiet rural surroundings while being just a short drive from the natural beauty and attractions of Waipiʻo Valley. Whether you’re searching for your next investment, a possible flip opportunity, or a chance to create your own retreat, this Kapulena property is full of possibility! The information herein while deemed reliable may contain inaccuracies and is provided without warranty or guarantee of any kind. Buyer and Buyer's agent to do due diligence. Agents and buyers are advised to independently verify any information they deem material or important to the decision to purchase the property including, but not limited to, the condition, room count/usage, permits, and square footage of the property.

47-4742 Honokaa Waipio Rd, HONOKAA

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

$950,000

723824 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the deep cultural roots of historic Waipi'o Valley. Offered at $950,000, this lush, river-fed 6.49-acre agricultural property is a true off-grid paradise. Pesticide-free under current ownership, the land boasts a magnificent "Food Forest". Stroll through mature groves featuring Hayden mango, avocado, ulu, lychee, and a rare Madagascar Fan palm. Cultivate a diverse harvest of coffee, cacao, Hawaiian chili peppers, vanilla, ginger, and multiple citrus varieties. Property Highlights: Water Abundance: Features a private waterfall on-property and direct river access. A solar-powered pump house utilizes fresh river water to service the land. Off-Grid Infrastructure: Powered by an existing roof-mounted solar array with generator backup. Starlink internet is available in the valley to keep you connected. Agricultural Utility: Includes historic farming footprints and 1970s wood storage structures ideal for sheltering equipment and tools. Valley Access: Access agreement with the Bishop Museum, providing a private, tucked-away experience. *Please Note: This is a unique co-ownership opportunity selling an undivided ~80.55% interest, priced to account for outstanding fractional title work. Perfect for a buyer looking to secure a dominant stake in the valley or work with legal counsel to unify the remaining title over time. **Comprehensive Due Diligence Package available to serious inquiries. ⚠️ IMPORTANT SHOWING REQUIREMENT: Absolutely no trespassing. Do not attempt to visit or access the property independently. Per the mandatory valley access agreement, all interested parties must provide verified Proof of Funds (POF) prior to scheduling. All prospective buyers must be strictly escorted to the property by the listing agent—no unassisted viewings are permitted.

20 Waipio Valley Rd, HONOKAA

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

$849,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 731130 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

Rarely available plantation supervisor home in sunny Paauhau, a charming and friendly neighborhood to experience and enjoy the Hawaiian lifestyle. There is a timeless character in the bones of this home situated on a large landscaped lot with a lovely ocean view. The beautiful grounds include a flowering Royal Poinciana and a huge monkeypod tree that provides shade and ambiance along with other tropical plantings: Blue Bamboo, Bombax, Mango, Royal Palms, Areca and Princess palm, Hapuu fern, Ti plants and coconut trees. And you still have plenty of room for a sustainable vegetable garden. The room that is currently used as an office/den could also be a third bedroom if your family requires it. There is lots of storage beneath the home that includes a rustic shower with an ocean view you will appreciate after working in the yard. And there is the possibility of developing additional rooms in this area below the home. The large screened-in porch as you enter offers a welcoming and pleasant space to greet visitors. Located just minutes from the Historic town of Honokaʻa you will enjoy a vibrant downtown with boutique shops and diverse dining. The town also offers essential conveniences—schools, a farmers’ market, a theater, and medical services—making it a welcoming, family-friendly community on the Hāmākua Coast. A special property with the promise of the sweet life in Hawaii….

44-641 Hoolauna Loop, HONOKAA

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Kamuela.

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