28 Halai St, Hilo, HI 96720
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OFF MARKET

$550,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 16, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,285 sqft

28 Halai St, Hilo, HI 96720

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
1,285 sqft
$429/sqft
Attached Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Commute Destination

About this House

This well kept 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home is centrally located in Hilo. It is located within walking distance to schools, grocery stores, downtown Hilo shops/restaurants, and Hilo Hospital. The property exterior and interior is newly painted. The home includes newer appliances- washer, dyer, stainless range/oven and refrigerator. There are large closets in each bedroom and a large garage storage area. Lawn is service included.

The property could be available earlier than April 1, 2025 with at least 30 days notice.

Rent includes lawn service. Tenant responsible for utilities- electric, water, cable and/or internet. Pets are negotiable.

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28 Halai St, Hilo, HI 96720 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,285 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $440,000 on Mar 10, 2023 (17,500% above the $2,500 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2025 with an asking price of $2,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 4, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $550,800, with a rent estimate of $2,591/month.

Home Details for 28 Halai St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached, On Site

Comparable Sales for 28 Halai St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
406 Haili St, Hilo, HI
0.22
Single-Family Home
$525,000
09/10/26
3
2
1,724 sqft
801 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI
0.30
Single-Family Home
$545,000
03/16/26
3
2
1,346 sqft
5 Ala Muku St, Hilo, HI
0.29
Single-Family Home
$474,500
02/19/26
3
1.5
1,004 sqft
141 Alae St, Hilo, HI
0.15
Single-Family Home
$505,000
05/15/26
3
1
1,488 sqft
40 Spring St, Hilo, HI
0.39
Single-Family Home
$520,000
03/13/26
3
2
1,296 sqft
726A Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI
0.17
Single-Family Home
$590,000
11/05/25
4
3
1,816 sqft
275 Punahele St, Hilo, HI
0.50
Single-Family Home
$539,000
06/30/26
3
1.5
1,420 sqft
879 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI
0.46
Single-Family Home
$611,000
04/10/26
3
2.5
1,592 sqft
3 Kahema St, Hilo, HI
0.14
Single-Family Home
$270,800
07/22/26
2
1
823 sqft
391 Kukuau St #B, Hilo, HI
0.70
Single-Family Home
$480,415
10/31/25
3
2
1,056 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Hilo

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$2,591/mo
Average rent
$2.2K
$66MoM
Available listings
73
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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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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 4, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,500
Jan 11, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,500
Sep 5, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Aug 8, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,600
Mar 10, 2023
Source: Hawaii Information Service #666245
Sold
$440,000

Frequently asked questions about 28 Halai St

  • What is 28 Halai St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 28 Halai St in Hilo, HI is $550,800.
  • What is the price history for 28 Halai St?
    28 Halai St in Hilo, HI last sold for $440,000 in March 2023.
  • Is Hilo a buyer's or seller's market?
    Hilo is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • 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 recently sold homes in Hilo, HI.
  • Does 28 Halai St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 28 Halai St in Hilo, HI has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 28 Halai St have parking?
    Yes, 28 Halai St in Hilo, HI has on-site parking.

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