2979 Kaiwiki Rd, Hilo, HI 96720
What This House Offers
Property Id: 2708504
Private Studio ohana unit on slopes of Mauna Kea, in a quiet neighborhood about 20 minutes from downtown Hilo, farmers market and shops... .
What you get:
• 400 square feet standalone structure
• Fully furnished (queen bed, TV, dining table, dishes, everything)
• Windows overlooking tropical garden, stream with waterfall
• Ceiling fan plus great upcountry cool trade winds provide cooling cross-breeze
• Two parking spots on gated property
• Laundry in a shared space on property
• Beautiful shared outdoor green spaces to enjoy
• Wi-Fi, water, trash, gas and electric all included (yes, really)
• Access to a greenhouse for growing veg. Banana’s and passion fruit grow in abundance on the property. Young citrus and avocado trees are in the ground
• Active neighborhood association with regular activities.
Lease details:
• Looking for 6-12-month lease
• Security deposit: $2,000
• 3 months proof of income and/or job on island
• Successful background check
• 3 references, including current and past landlords
• Sorry, no pets and no smoking
• You can move-in November 1st, 2026
Unit
- $2,250 / month
- Studio
- 1 Bath
- 400 sq. ft.
- Available Nov 1
Home Features
- Freezer
- Furnished
- Lawn
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Tile Floors
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Bicycle Storage
- Fenced Lot
- Utilities Included
2979 Kaiwiki Rd is a single-family home for rent in Hilo, HI
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit - Refundable$2,250
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Hilo, HI 96720
Area Scores
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable100 / 100
Bikeability
Not bikeable10 / 100
Travel and Transit
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Haaheo Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Hilo Intermediate School
Grades 6-8
Public
Haili Christian School
Grades PK-8
Private
Hilo High School
Grades 9-12
Public
St Joseph School
Grades PK-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Univ. of Hawaii Hilo, Manono
Drive: 28 min (8 mi)
Univ. of Hawaii at Hilo, Main
Drive: 30 min (8 mi)
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Airports
Living in Hilo provides easy access to Hilo International, located just 39 minutes from 2979 Kaiwiki Rd.