170 Alae St, Hilo, HI 96720
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$475,000

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,104 sqft

170 Alae St, Hilo, HI 96720

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We estimate this home will sell faster than 96% nearby.

Home Highlights

HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$430
Listed
5 days ago

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
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About this House

Classic Hilo Home with Convenient In-Town Location

Welcome to 170 Alae St, a 3-bedroom, 1-bath residence offering an opportunity to own a fee-simple home in the heart of South Hilo.

Built in 1930, this home offers approximately 1,104 square feet of living area on a 5,680-square-foot lot within the established Halai Tract neighborhood. Its manageable size and convenient Hilo location make it an appealing option for buyers seeking a primary residence, investment property, or a home they can personalize over time.

The three-bedroom floor plan provides flexibility for everyday living, guest accommodations, a home office, or additional storage. Outside, the property offers detached parking and space around the residence to create an outdoor area suited to your needs.

Located close to the everyday conveniences of Hilo, the property provides easy access to shopping, dining, schools, medical services, parks, and other amenities while maintaining the character of an established residential neighborhood.

The property is fee simple and is located in Lava Zone 3 and Flood Zone X.

Whether you are looking for an in-town Hilo home or an opportunity to add your own vision to a classic Hawaiʻi residence, 170 Alae St offers location, versatility, and potential at an approachable price point.
Listing courtesy of Kekoa Akana, (808) 987-1243
Hawaii Development Group
Source: Hawaii Information Service, MLS#732945
Also Listed on Hawaii Information Service.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 96% nearby.

Home Details for 170 Alae St

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1104 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Available
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Detached
Frontage
Road Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Cesspool
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 5

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 3230210540000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $475,000Price Per Sqft: $430

Active Status

MLS Status: A

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: HiloCommunity: HALAI TRACT

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 732945

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1104 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5680 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Fee Simple, Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Full

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 732945Attribution Contact: 8089871243Common Interest: None

Around this home

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What Locals Say about Hilo

At least 155 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 77 % Say parking is easy

  • 74 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 65 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 62 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 61 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 59 % Say kids play outside

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say there's wildlife

  • 40 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 40 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 36 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 34 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 32 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Kawena kaimimoku
    "Yea nice place to live in a little town but still in Hawaii not really a city so it’s peaceful like you know everyone"
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  • Chris
    "It rains a lot. Get used to having a lot of mold in your house. Make sure to check for flood zoning. "
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  • Reenairvine808
    "Friendly Halloween neighborhood, kids play outside, walk and exercise, community events, local entertainment, local sporting events "
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  • Etivele
    "The area is filling with families homes and apartments. There are many parks in the area with a lot of stores and restaurants"
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood is clean and people are friendly. Neighbors always keep an eye out for others and help when needed. Neighborhood is quiet and people drive with respect. "
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  • Hmoana W.
    "There are few sidewalks in Hilo, or I would permit my children to walk or bike on them. Not only is it dangerous from cars passing the street is often crūmbling."
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  • Hmoana W.
    "Our neighbors are helpful and fun. We keep an eye out for each other (strangers, loose dogs, ect). We get together for potlucks at least once per year."
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  • Hmoana W.
    "Few proper sidewalks, so often dogs and their owners are in the street. Can be dangerous with cars. "
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  • Kimberly B.
    "Dogs are leashed only stray dogs are not leashed. Most dog are well behaved. There is always one dog in your neighbor that your whole family is scared of. "
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  • Alric D.
    "I use my work and personal vehicles to commute throughout the town. There are bus routes but I do not use them."
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  • Chantel M.
    "My neighbors always watch out for eachother. Majority of the people here are welcoming. Clean Neighborhood."
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  • Alric D.
    "Besides the Merrie Monarch Hula Festival every April and the Hoolaulea concert every year at the end of September, Hilo has a lot of food places to choose from and the community is very local and family oriented."
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  • Stacie.pedro
    "I live here for 4 years and our neighbors are great!! The traffic is loud and cars speed thru here! It rains about 350 days out of the year and we are infested with slugs and fire ants! Cannot grow your own veggies because of the slug problem "
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  • Stacie.pedro
    "I love my neighbors! We’re always looking out for eachother. The negative side is that there are no sidewalks and cars speed a lot thru here as there are no speed bumps "
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  • Jacque S.
    "Bon dances, church potluck, Halloween, seasonal craft fairs, ohana living near ohana, and ice shave "
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  • Corey H.
    "Nice neighbors and great association! Activities and parks for kids to play! Good schools and a very safe place to raise kids! Lots to do around the area as far as swimming, fishing, paddle boarding! Best place to live! Traffic is not as bad as Oahu so very easy to commute! "
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  • Kaui.8986
    "Merry monarch every year at the stadium is the biggest event we have in our neighborhood great food great place great people all around awesome place "
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  • Reenairvine808
    "Public transit is not the best transportation, trick or treating is only popular in particular areas of Hilo, very convenient place to live on the Big Island. Lots of food and shopping nearby as opposed to other districts on the Big Island. "
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  • Patrick Michell CPA
    "Friendly, clean, the best school district. Close to all amenities shopping, airport, university and medical center hospital."
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  • Honu05
    "We have a dog walk park next street over. I think dog owners would love this area. It’s definitely pet friendly"
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  • ALICIA H.
    "my neighborhood is close to restaurants, parks, and grocery stores. you could walk to the bus terminal to go to the beach, the mall, and schools."
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  • Honu05
    "There’s a dog park the next street over☺️ Most dog owners take walks to the park and back. Or they just walk their dogs to the end of the street and back"
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  • Sastevenson67
    "Few parks, good public transportation. Community acceptance is exceptional. Most people mind their own business "
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  • Leatualii C.
    "Centrally located. Elementary, Middle, High School, and College within 5 mins. 5 mins from the mall, as well as, grocery stores."
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  • Stacie p.
    "It’s quiet and neighbors are friendly. Everything is close to the grocery store, kuhio plaza shopping mall, Walmart, restaurants, Ross, hospital and clinics"
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  • Tootropichawaii
    "Great neighborhood, close to beach, stores, restaraunt, friendly community, close to church, airport"
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  • Junjyfuifatu
    "I've lived here for 5 years and everyone is very friendly. there are some flaws but everyone seems to get along very well due to the similarities in belief between cultures."
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Market trends in Hilo

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Available listings
134
16MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$459K
Since last month
Increased$96K (+26.5%)
Since last year
Increased$132K (+40.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +105% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$459K
July 2026$363K
June 2026$377K
May 2026$368K
April 2026$335K
March 2026$340K
February 2026$324K
January 2026$326K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
141 Alae St, Hilo, HI
0.06
Single-Family Home
$505,000
05/15/26
3
1
1,488
5 Ala Muku St, Hilo, HI
0.20
Single-Family Home
$474,500
02/19/26
3
1.5
1,004
3 Kahema St, Hilo, HI
0.23
Single-Family Home
$270,800
07/22/26
2
1
823
726A Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI
0.26
Single-Family Home
$590,000
11/05/25
4
3
1,816
341 Iliahi St, Hilo, HI
0.77
Single-Family Home
$325,000
05/22/26
4
1
1,090
801 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI
0.39
Single-Family Home
$545,000
03/16/26
3
2
1,346
40 Spring St, Hilo, HI
0.46
Single-Family Home
$520,000
03/13/26
3
2
1,296
20 Alae St, Hilo, HI
0.29
Single-Family Home
$778,000
07/17/26
5
2
3,394
62 Popolo St, Hilo, HI
0.71
Single-Family Home
$470,000
04/15/26
3
1.5
1,152
391B Kukuau St #B, Hilo, HI
0.63
Single-Family Home
$480,415
10/31/25
3
2
1,056

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
181 Alae St #37, Hilo, HI 96720
0.03
-
-
-
-
Off Market
165 Alae St, Hilo, HI 96720
0.03
$572,600
3
2.5
1,312
Off Market
82 Halai St #27, Hilo, HI 96720
0.05
-
-
-
-
Off Market
141 Alae St, Hilo, HI 96720
0.06
$505,000
3
1
1,488
Recently Sold
136 Alae St, Hilo, HI 96720
0.07
$506,400
3
1.5
904
Off Market
415 Haili St, Hilo, HI 96720
0.13
$474,800
3
2
1,030
Off Market
149 Halai St, Hilo, HI 96720
0.15
$999,500
3
2.5
2,760
For Sale
44 Punahele St, Hilo, HI 96720
0.15
$427,300
3
1
672
Off Market
96 Alae St #4, Hilo, HI 96720
0.15
$237,500
-
-
-
For Sale
394 Haili St, Hilo, HI 96720
0.15
$623,500
3
2
1,986
Off Market
176 Halai St, Hilo, HI 96720
0.17
$532,800
5
1
2,006
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 27, 2026
Source: Hawaii Information Service #732945
Listed For Sale
$475,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Kekoa Akana, Hawaii Development Group
Agent Phone: (808) 987-1243
Copyright 2026 MLS Hawaii, Inc. All rights reserved.
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.
Listing Information presented by local MLS brokerage: Zillow, Inc., local broker - Joel Backman - (808) 437-8500. Click here for more information

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Frequently asked questions about 170 Alae St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 170 Alae St?
    Based on a $475,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 170 Alae St in Hilo, HI is approximately $2,673 (about $2,487 principal & interest, $111 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What do residents say about Hilo?
    Residents describe Hilo, HI as well-kept, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Hilo, HI.
  • What are the closest schools to 170 Alae St?
    The closest schools to 170 Alae St in Hilo, HI are Hilo High School (rated 6/10), Hilo Intermediate School (rated 8/10), Hilo Union Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 8/10).
  • What is 170 Alae St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 170 Alae St in Hilo, HI is $459,100.
  • How big is the lot at 170 Alae St?
    The lot at 170 Alae St in Hilo, HI is about 0.13 acres (5,680 sq ft).
  • Does 170 Alae St have parking?
    Yes, 170 Alae St in Hilo, HI has on-site parking.
170 Alae St, Hilo, HI 96720 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,104 sqft single-family home built in 1930. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Hawaii Information Service on Aug 27, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 732945.