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28 1187 Old Mamalahoa Highway

Pepeekeo, HI 96783

3 beds
5 baths
4,360 sqft
~6 acre lot
$639 per sqft
2005 build

Discover an exclusive sanctuary along the iconic Onomea Scenic Route, where sweeping ocean views, ultimate privacy, and some of Hawai’i’s finest soils await. Welcome to this remarkable estate, featuring a custom gated entry, manicured grounds, a beautifully designed 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home, and a large detached 10+ car garage with its own facilities, offering ample space for vehicles, farm equipment, and more. This impeccable 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home features a split floor plan with an elegant primary suite separated from the additional bedroom suites by an open-plan great room that seamlessly flows out to the lanai. Renovations include natural stone flooring throughout, a new kitchen with a gas range, quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and high-end appliances. The previous garage has been converted into a spacious rec room or home gym. Additional upgrades include new Hardie panel siding, standing seam metal roof, high-end fixtures throughout, and a solar hot water heater. Each bedroom suite features a walk-in closet, and a luxurious bathroom. The lanai, with triple-track doors, expands the living area and captures stunning ocean views for classic Hawaiian indoor-outdoor entertaining. A gazebo with a hot tub provides a perfect spot to relax equipped with a dedicated Tempra on-demand heater for flex operation: Conventional or fresh hot water with each use. Ideally located along the historic 4-mile stretch of Old Mamalahoa Highway, well known as Onomea Scenic Drive, with recreational opportunities and quaint towns to the north, shoreline walks on the Pepe’ekeo point coastline below and Onomea bay and Hilo town to the south. All within a 10 minute drive or bike ride. It’s a walking and running paradise. Future subdivision potential or additional dwellings with this RS-10 zoning along with the new ADU rules, check with the County for more information! Available for purchase along with MLS 7151205. See 715590 for combined listing.

Listing courtesy of HISMLS / Salt Water Real Estate LLC

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MLS# 715103 —

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The Building

Year Built:

2005
Design:

Double Wall
Roofed Area Units:

Square Feet
Exterior Area Units:

Square Feet
Security Features:

Security System, See Remarks, Smoke Detector(s)

Interior

Interior Features:

Enclosed Lanai, High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Flooring:

Stone
Levels:

One
Living Area:

4,360 Sqft
Window Features:

Blinds
Living Area Units:

Square Feet

Financial & Terms

Listing Terms:

1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Ownership:

Full
Land Tenure:

Fee Simple

Location

Region:

South Hilo
Unparsed Address:

28-1187 OLD MAMALAHOA HIGHWAY, PEPEEKEO, HI 96783
Longitude:

-155.10082476
Latitude:

19.8355232

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Sub Type:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Exterior Features:

Lighting
Zoning:

RS-10
Lot Features:

Cleared, Grassy, Landscaped
Lot Size Area:

250,514 Sqft
Parcel Number:

3280070830000
Roads:

Paved
Road Frontage Type:

Road/Street
Topography:

Gentle Slope
Fencing:

Other, Wire
Elevation Units:

Feet
Flood Zone:

X
Lava Zone:

8
Waterfront:

false
View:

Ocean, Ocean Horizon, Pasture, Sunrise
Other Structures:

Gazebo
Exterior Area:

1576
Agriculture Dedicated:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

$16,064.24
Tax Lot:

5

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3

Baths

Bathrooms Full:

4
Bathrooms Half:

1
Bathrooms Total:

4
Bathrooms Total:

5

The Listing

Virtual Tour URL:

Virtual Tour

Utilities

Sewer:

Cesspool
Utilities:

Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Other, Phone Available, Underground Utilities
Water Heater:

Solar, Tankless
Internet Access:

Cable
Solid Waste Disposal:

Private Contractor

Appliances

Appliances:

Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Washer Dryer Type:

Dryer, Washer

The Community

Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly
Common Area Expenses:

false
Pool:

false
Pets Allowed:

Yes

Parking

Parking Features:

Covered, Detached
Garage Area:

1750
Garage Area Units:

Square Feet
Carport Area:

2,760 Sqft
Carport Area Units:

Square Feet

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$2,790,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$14,939
Taxes	$1,338
Insurance	$767
Utilities	$434 See report
Total	$17,478/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
8/30/16 Aug 30, 2016		HISMLS	$950,000

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This house located in South Hilo, Pepeekeo, HI 96783 is currently for sale for $2,790,000. 28 1187 Old Mamalahoa Highway is a 4,360 square foot house with 3 beds and 5 baths. 28 1187 Old Mamalahoa Highway is in the South Hilo neighborhood of Pepeekeo and has a WalkScore® of 8, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Hilo High School and Prince Jonah Kalanianaole Elementary And Intermediate School.

Listing Courtesy of: HISMLS and Salt Water Real Estate LLC.

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