28 Pilialoha St, Hilo, HI 96720
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OFF MARKET

28 Pilialoha St
Hilo, HI 96720

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,592 sqft (on 0.31 acres)

$739,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026

$739,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,592 sqft
(on 0.31 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Quality!! Very well-maintained classic kamaaina home, sits high on lot in nice area of Hilo, w/views!! Recent repairs and upgrades completed (see disclosure statement). Main living area (upstairs): spacious KITCHEN w/stainless steel double sinks, ample solid wood cabinets to store kitchenware, area for breakfast nook if desired, and views! Pleasant DINING area w/views! LIVING room situated to take advantage of views, 3 BEDROOMS (1 w/built-in dresser & mirror & another w/built-in dresser). 1 full BATH. DOWNSTAIRS (very large full basement /nice space!): 1 bedroom, 1 full bath (Japanese furo renovated into shower room w/toilet), laundry area, storage, and large space for a workshop, recreation room, or whatever you desire. Home has a very pleasant, safe, large backyard for children to play & with a little anthurium patch. Home has been in the family for generations. E.B. DeSilva School district. First time offered for sale.
28 Pilialoha St, Hilo, HI 96720 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,592 sqft single-family home built in 1951. It last sold for the $695,000 asking price on Sep 8, 2023. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $739,000, with a rent estimate of $2,786/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 28 Pilialoha St

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2592 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Water AvailableAppliances: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: DrapesFlooring: Hardwood, Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Hardwood, Other
View
Has a ViewView: Ocean, Ocean Horizon, Other
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Lighting
Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached,Covered
Frontage
Road Frontage: Road/Street, County RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Cesspool
Surface & Elevation
Topography: Gentle SlopeElevation Units: Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1951
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Construction Materials: Single Wall, Wood FrameNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 3250121220000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $695,000

Active Status

MLS Status: S

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: HiloCommunity: PONAHAWAI HOMESTEADS - KAUMANA

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2592 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.31 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Fee Simple, Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Full

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 669023Water ViewWater View: OceanAttribution Contact: 8089606287Common Interest: None
Listed by Helene H. Tajiri, (808) 960-6287
Chris Brilhante Realty, Inc.
Bought with: Krystalyn KF Peterson, (808) 640-9941, eXp Realty
Source: Hawaii Information Service, MLS#669023

Price History for 28 Pilialoha St

DatePriceEventSource
09/08/2023$695,000Sold
Hawaii Information Service #669023
08/16/2023$695,000ContingentHawaii Information Service #669023
07/25/2023$695,000PriceChange
Hawaii Information Service #669023
06/28/2023$719,000PriceChange
Hawaii Information Service #669023
05/19/2023$775,000Listed For SaleHawaii Information Service #669023

Market trends in Hilo

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$423,500
Home facts updated by county records

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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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "Few proper sidewalks, so often dogs and their owners are in the street. Can be dangerous with cars. "
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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  • 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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