16-1594 40TH AVE, Kurtistown, HI 96760
ORCHID LAND ESTATES · Hawaii County
Key Facts
Description
Tucked away behind a gated 300-foot driveway, this one-bedroom, one-bath home sits in a secluded garden sanctuary with an extraordinary variegated banyan tree as the centerpiece. In the shade of the banyan tree you'll find orchids, brilliant red anthuriums, bromeliads, ti, crotons, and ferns weaving a living tapestry, with pathways that wander past fruit trees and open spaces waiting to be explored. The home itself is compact, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed for island living. A 300 sq ft great room brings together the kitchenette, dining and living areas in one open space filled with light. The 190 sq ft bedroom includes a reading nook and workspace, and the recently updated bathroom features a tiled shower and modern finishes. A new covered lanai—approximately 10 × 32 feet—extends the living space outdoors, perfect for reading in the shade, afternoon BBQs or just listening to the patter of the tropical rain across the garden canopy. Systems and Features • Water: Rain catchment system with triple “Big Blue” filtration — no water bill. • Power: 48-volt solar system with six 365 W panels and 5.12 kWh LiFePO₄ battery — SSPP is already paid and poles are installed if you prefer grid connection. • Internet: High-speed Hawaiian Telcom fiber. • Food: Fruit trees include avocado, lychee, mango, jackfruit, breadfruit, orange, lemon, loquat, star apple, macadamia nut, ice cream bean, clove, cinnamon and allspice. According to a previous owner, there are about 40 trees, though some may be hidden in the jungle. Just a few blocks from Orchidland Drive’s convenience center and within a half-hour of Hilo, beaches, and parks, this property balances privacy, sustainability, and accessibility in a uniquely beautiful setting. All information is deemed to be reliable, but is not guaranteed - all interested parties should perform their own due diligence.
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1988
Living Area
640 sq ft
Lot Dimensions
1045 x 125
Ownership
Full
Zoning
A-3A
MLS® Listing#
724431
Property Features
Interior
Parking
Lot Features
Utilities
Sewer
Financial Details
HOA
Yes
Annual Taxes
$558
Tax year 2025
Assessed Value
$179,700
Parcel Number
3160120190000
Affordability Calculator
$55,000
Estimated monthly payment
$1,464/mo
Principal $220,000 · Est. interest $306,920 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in Kurtistown, HI
- $390,000
- Median Listing Price
- 80
- Median Days on Market
- 1,328
- Median Sq Ft
- $311
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 23
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 29% below the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 38% above the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Kurtistown, HI.
Location
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Nearby Schools
Malamalama Waldorf School
School · 3.4 mi away
Ke Kula O Nawahiokalaniopuu Iki - Laboratory PCS
Elementary · 3.8 mi away
Kea'au High School
Secondary · 4.3 mi away
Kea'au Elementary School
Elementary · 4.4 mi away
Kamehameha Schools Hawaii Campus
School · 4.5 mi away
Kamehameha Schools Elementary
Elementary · 4.6 mi away
Kamehameha Schools High
School · 4.8 mi away
Keaau Middle School
Secondary · 5.0 mi away
Mountain View Elementary School
Elementary · 5.2 mi away
Christian Liberty Academy
School · 5.4 mi away
Na Wai Ola Public Charter School
Elementary · 5.6 mi away
Keonepoko Elementary School
Elementary · 6.5 mi away
Pahoa Elementary School
Elementary · 6.6 mi away
Pahoa High & Intermediate School
Secondary · 6.6 mi away
Kua O Ka la Public Charter School
Elementary · 8.7 mi away
Waiakeawaena Elementary School
Elementary · 9.7 mi away
Hale Aloha Nazarene School
School · 10.3 mi away
Waiakea Elementary School
Elementary · 10.6 mi away
Waiakea Intermediate School
Secondary · 10.6 mi away
Waiakea High School
Secondary · 10.9 mi away
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