235 Nene St, Hilo, HI 96720
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235 Nene St
Hilo, HI 96720

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,389 sqft (on 0.49 acres)

$919,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,968/mo*
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$919,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,968/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,389 sqft
(on 0.49 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Price Is Reduced Over $200,000 From Original List Price!!!Walk To Richardson's Beach, One of E. Hawaii's Favorite Beach Parks! Go Back To Old Hawaii Where The Ocean Is So Close You Can Smell It, Where Traffic Is Almost Non-Existent And Where Neighbors Form A Community Ohana! With 2 Homes On Almost A Half Acre This Property Exudes Hawaii. With Mature Landscaping Including Numerous Avocado Trees, Citrus, Lychee, Banana, Ulu And Coffee; The Main Home Boasts Island Style Architecture With Extensive Lanais And South Pacific Styling. The 3 Bedrooms And 2 Baths Dwelling Needs Some Love But Offers Usable Space On The Lower Level While The Upper Level, With Partial Ocean Views, Is The Perfect Office Escape. It Also Features Open Beamed Ceilings, Skylights, White Washed Maple Cabinets, Corian Counters, Full Pantry And Track Lighting. With 2 Bedrooms, The Rear Ohana Dwelling Is A Stand Alone Dwelling With It's Own Electric Meter, Laundry And Storage/Workshop. The Property Is Just A Short Stroll To Some of East Hawaii's Favorite Beaches, Parks And Snorkeling Spots. It's All Comes Together With Great Potential To Become Part of The Perfect Spot For Those Seeking A In-Town Living With Beach Access! Price Is Reduced Over $100,000 From Original List. (Both Homes Need Some Tlc And Are Sold As Is). American Home Shield Home Warranty In Place.
235 Nene St, Hilo, HI 96720 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,389 sqft single-family home built in 1987. It last sold for $380,000 on Dec 27, 2011. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $919,300, with a rent estimate of $3,270/month.

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Home Details for 235 Nene St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Carpet
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Wood
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1987
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 9

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.49 acres

Price History for 235 Nene St

DatePriceEventSource
12/27/2011$380,000Sold
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08/28/2010$499,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/09/2008$699,995ListingRemovedAgent Provided
06/24/2008$699,995PriceChange
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04/30/2008$724,995PriceChange
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02/06/2008$750,000PriceChange
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02/01/2008$775,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Hilo

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$702,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 235 Nene St

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Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1979 Kalanianaole St, Hilo, HI
0.25
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$860,000
09/05/25
3
3
2,138
6 Machida Ln, Hilo, HI
1.26
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$1,050,000
07/15/26
3
3
2,048
1875 Mauna Loa St #505, Hilo, HI
0.50
Single-Family Home
$345,000
01/29/26
1
1
516
719 Laukapu St, Hilo, HI
3.42
Single-Family Home
$470,000
06/29/26
4
1
1,881
1667 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, HI
3.94
Single-Family Home
$565,000
05/27/26
4
3
1,326
534 Keonaona St, Hilo, HI
3.68
Single-Family Home
$326,700
05/18/26
3
2
1,096
1865A Kinoole St #A, Hilo, HI
4.13
Single-Family Home
$682,000
06/15/26
6
2.5
2,340
664 Hinano St, Hilo, HI
3.53
Single-Family Home
$506,000
12/02/25
3
1
880
84 N Kekela St, Hilo, HI
3.87
Single-Family Home
$415,000
06/03/26
3
1.5
880
38 Mehau Ln, Hilo, HI
4.11
Single-Family Home
$622,000
11/12/25
4
2
2,224

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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

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  • 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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    "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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