988 Hoolaulea St, Hilo, HI 96720
OFF MARKET

$741,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,609 sqft

988 Hoolaulea St, Hilo, HI 96720

Est. Refi. Payment $4,045/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 2, 2025 for $715,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$742K
Since last month
Decreased$8K (-1%)
Since last year
Increased$13K (+1.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$27K (+3.7%)
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 +94% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$742K
August 2026$741K
July 2026$750K
June 2026$753K
May 2026$757K
April 2026$756K
March 2026$754K
February 2026$744K
January 2026$735K
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
856 Hoolala Pl, Hilo, HI
0.28
Single-Family Home
$675,000
02/26/26
3
2
1,384
944 Ainaola Dr #1, Hilo, HI
0.16
Single-Family Home
$650,000
10/03/25
4
2.5
1,888
54 Leimamo St, Hilo, HI
0.57
Single-Family Home
$795,000
08/28/26
3
2
1,477
64 Leimamo St, Hilo, HI
0.58
Single-Family Home
$795,000
08/14/26
3
2
1,477
15 Kaulana St, Hilo, HI
0.48
Single-Family Home
$566,500
11/26/25
3
2
2,156
927 Puku St, Hilo, HI
0.71
Single-Family Home
$679,900
10/17/25
3
2
1,231
1588 Mailani St, Hilo, HI
0.74
Single-Family Home
$799,000
06/05/26
3
2
1,356
75 Hoolaulea St, Hilo, HI
0.53
Single-Family Home
$445,000
09/10/26
3
1.5
1,056
1524 Mona Loop, Hilo, HI
0.93
Single-Family Home
$795,000
01/12/26
3
2
1,558
1451 Kikaha St, Hilo, HI
0.97
Single-Family Home
$604,000
10/16/25
3
2
1,456

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
95 Paulele St, Hilo, HI 96720
0.10
$799,000
3
2.5
2,000
For Sale
47 Kaulike St, Hilo, HI 96720
0.09
$772,200
3
2.5
2,088
Off Market
101 Kaulike St, Hilo, HI 96720
0.14
$645,300
3
2
1,484
Off Market
862 Hoolaulea St, Hilo, HI 96720
0.16
$1,175,000
3
2.5
3,053
For Sale
49 Waiakea Pl, Hilo, HI 96720
0.13
$750,000
3
2
1,508
For Sale
856 Hoolaulea St, Hilo, HI 96720
0.17
$1,126,800
4
3
2,624
Off Market
944 Ainaola Dr #1, Hilo, HI 96720
0.16
$625,000
4
2.5
1,888
Off Market
23 Ala Oli St, Hilo, HI 96720
0.19
$477,900
3
1
1,656
Off Market
Kahealani Pl #3-D, Hilo, HI 96720
0.21
-
-
-
-
Off Market
Kaleinani Pl #1-C, Hilo, HI 96720
0.24
-
-
-
-
Off Market
Kahealani Pl #3-C, Hilo, HI 96720
0.24
-
-
-
-
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1998
1,609 sqft
$461/sqft
2 Carport Spaces

About this House

Comfortable renovated home in desirable Waiakea Heights Subdivision. Home has been updated with all new flooring, new cabinets and solid surface countertops in kitchen and both bathrooms and all new fixtures throughout.

The combination of large windows and vaulted ceilings throughout gives the home a very nice and open feel while letting all the natural light in. Backyard is fully fenced, perfect for children or pets.
Dishwasher on back order, seller will have it installed prior to closing or credit Buyer if it doesn't come in by closing date.
988 Hoolaulea St, Hilo, HI 96720 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,609 sqft single-family home built in 1998. It last sold for $715,000 on May 2, 2025 (5% below the $749,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $741,700, with a rent estimate of $3,204/month.
Listed by Glenn M. Takase, (808) 936-0692
Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Hilo
Bought with: Justice Pang, (808) 319-0183, eXp Realty
Source: Hawaii Information Service, MLS#717508

Home Details for 988 Hoolaulea St

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1609 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone AvailableAppliances: Dryer, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, WasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: OneFloors: Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Fencing: Chain Link
Parking & Garage
Number of Carport Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a CarportParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Covered
Frontage
Road Frontage: Road/Street, County Road, Street LightsRoad Surface Type: Curbs/Gutters, PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Surface & Elevation
Topography: LevelElevation Units: Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1998
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 3240370520000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $749,000

Active Status

MLS Status: S

Location

Direction & Address
City: HiloCommunity: WAIAKEA HEIGHTS

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1609 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10002 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Fee Simple, Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Full

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 717508Attribution Contact: 8089360692Common Interest: None

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 2, 2025
Source: Hawaii Information Service #717508
Sold
$715,000
Feb 27, 2025
Source: Hawaii Information Service #717508
PriceChange
$749,000
Price decreased by 2%
Feb 14, 2025
Source: Hawaii Information Service #717508
Listed For Sale
$765,000
Sep 23, 1999
Source: N/A
Sold
$175,000

Market trends in Hilo

Last updated August 2026
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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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Frequently asked questions about 988 Hoolaulea St

  • What is 988 Hoolaulea St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 988 Hoolaulea St in Hilo, HI is $741,700.
  • What is the price history for 988 Hoolaulea St?
    988 Hoolaulea St in Hilo, HI last sold for $715,000 in May 2025.
  • 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 988 Hoolaulea St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 988 Hoolaulea St in Hilo, HI has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 988 Hoolaulea St?
    The lot at 988 Hoolaulea St in Hilo, HI is about 0.23 acres (10,002 sq ft).

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