53 E Palai St, Hilo, HI 96720
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OFF MARKET

53 E Palai St
Hilo, HI 96720

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths

$561,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,102/mo*
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$561,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,102/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths

Local Information

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  • Schools3 Preschool Schools3 Elementary Schools3 Middle Schools3 High Schools
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Parking
Garage

About this House

Beautiful 3 Bedroom House with Studio and Separate Garage on Property in Hilo, HI. This home offers three bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a separate studio unit, and two enclosed garages. The interior includes a spacious living room, a beautiful kitchen area and connecting dining room space. Washer and Dryer are provided in both units for convenience. Outside, the property features a spacious yard. Pets are not allowed unless given written approval.
53 E Palai St, Hilo, HI 96720 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom single-family home. It last sold for $40,000 on Jun 24, 2003 (1,438% above the $2,600 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2026 with an asking price of $2,850 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 19, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $561,600, with a rent estimate of $2,580/month.

Home Details for 53 E Palai St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For Details

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DryerRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Lawn
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage, On Site

Price History for 53 E Palai St

DatePriceEventSource
06/19/2026$2,600ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
06/05/2026$2,600PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
05/20/2026$2,750PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
03/18/2026$2,850Listed For RentZillow Rentals
06/24/2003$40,000Sold
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Market trends in Hilo

Last updated June 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$358,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 53 E Palai St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
75 E Palai St, Hilo, HI
0.05
Single-Family Home
$530,000
04/24/26
4
2
1,067
25A Awapuhi St, Hilo, HI
0.23
Single-Family Home
$489,000
06/16/26
3
1.5
880
410 Olu St, Hilo, HI
0.20
Single-Family Home
$565,000
10/03/25
2
2
1,488
2669 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, HI
0.33
Single-Family Home
$399,000
07/31/26
3
1
960
2654 Waianuhea Pl, Hilo, HI
0.29
Single-Family Home
$675,000
09/10/25
3
3
1,336
118 W Kawailani St, Hilo, HI
0.50
Single-Family Home
$699,000
07/02/26
3
2
1,116
2244A Kinoole St, Hilo, HI
0.35
Single-Family Home
$570,000
04/22/26
4
2.5
1,416
189 Noelani Loop #1, Hilo, HI
0.59
Single-Family Home
$677,000
08/08/25
3
2
1,304
2615 Kinoole St, Hilo, HI
0.61
Single-Family Home
$500,000
04/17/26
3
2
1,144
321 Noelani Loop, Hilo, HI
0.59
Single-Family Home
$655,000
09/24/25
3
2
1,304

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Assigned Schools

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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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