Kau Homes under $300,000

Welcome to the enchanting region of Ka‘u, Hawaii – a hidden gem that beautifully marries the serene charm of island living with the breathtaking landscapes of the Big Island. Nestled in the southern part of Hawaii County, Ka‘u is renowned for its dramatic vistas, lush greenery, and a rich cultural heritage that beckons residents and visitors alike to explore its natural wonders.

Ka‘u boasts a unique lifestyle, characterized by a slower pace and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Here, you can enjoy the pristine beaches of Punalu‘u, famous for its black sand, and the stunning volcanic landscapes of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Whether you're hiking through the lush rainforests or savoring the local flavors at the farmers' markets, Ka‘u offers a lifestyle that is both adventurous and tranquil.

For those seeking an affordable slice of paradise, Ka‘u presents an incredible opportunity with homes available for under $300,000. This is a rare find in Hawaii's real estate market, where you can discover charming single-family homes and cozy cottages that provide the perfect backdrop for your island dreams. Imagine waking up to the sound of ocean waves and the scent of tropical flowers right outside your door.

Investing in a home in Ka‘u not only means securing a piece of paradise but also becoming part of a vibrant community that celebrates its rich history and natural beauty. With affordable housing options and a lifestyle that embraces the best of Hawaiian living, Ka‘u is the ideal place to call home. Start your journey to island living today!

Newest Kau Homes under $300,000

$79,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 733736 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

Charming custom cabin amongst the 'Ohi'a set back from the road, offering a peaceful retreat surrounded by native greenery, cooling island breezes, and birdsong. Ideal for quiet mornings and relaxing evenings on the lanai. The functional layout features the basics of off-grid living, including a small 12 volt solar setup for lights, pump and a small water storage system. Separate bath house has a 3/4 bathroom and a paloma style hot water heater. An affordable opportunity to embrace a relaxed Big Island lifestyle and to get away from it all! Located in the growing community of Ocean View, you’ll enjoy convenient access to grocery stores, restaurants, gas stations, a post office, a hardware store, and more. Stunning beaches and the Kahuku Unit of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park are just a short drive away. Approx. 1 hour 20 minutes to Kailua-Kona, 40 minutes to Ho‘okena Beach, and 25 minutes to South Point and Nāʻālehu. Agents and buyers are advised to independently verify any information they deem material or important to the decision to purchase the property including, but not limited to, the condition, permits and square footage of the property.

92-9032 Tiki Ln, OCEAN VIEW

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

92-1625 Princess Kaiulani Blvd, OCEAN VIEW

$269,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 734069 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

Charming large custom home in a great location. Just a few blocks from the Hwy and minutes to the 3 shopping centers. Flowing floor plan. Kitchen is combined with great room. Lots of windows make it light and bright. Covered deck faces the Ocean for a panoramic view of the blue Pacific & the Coastline. 2 bedrooms & 2 baths in main living area and a separate bedroom with it;s own bath on the other side of the breezeway. Walkway leads to a small outdoor deck and a large area, that was once a garage & then enclosed. Nice grassy yard & 2 mature Mango trees. Asphalt driveway. This is a gentle fixer-upper. Let your imagination soar & all your efforts will be greatly rewarded.

92-1625 Princess Kaiulani Blvd, OCEAN VIEW

Listing courtesy of South Hawaii Realty, LLC.

$275,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 734022 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

SELLER OFFERING 3% CONCESSION TO HELP BUYER WITH CLOSING COSTS OR OTHER ALLOWABLE EXPENSES! Looking for Paradise? Look no further! This beautiful, permitted & recently remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bath home embraces true Hawaiʻi indoor-outdoor living & is nestled in a native forest on a beautifully landscaped acre in lower HOVE. Set back from the road down a long, gated driveway, the property offers plenty of usable land & is conveniently located near the highway, putting you in Ocean View town in minutes. The land has been professionally cleared, creating open space around the home for fruit trees, gardens, landscaping, or a grassy lawn. The home is in remarkable condition & ready for you to move right in. An attached carport provides covered parking, while the expansive lanai is the perfect spot for morning coffee, listening to the birds & catching a glimpse of whales in the distance. The home features a comfortable & efficient layout with well-lit bedrooms, beautifully renovated bathrooms & an open living/dining area just off the kitchen. At approximately 2,300 ft elevation, this lower HOVE location offers a comfortable “Goldilocks” climate for everyday living & growing fruits & vegetables. Property Highlights: • 122' x 356' lot — one of the most desirable HOVE lot sizes • New LVT flooring throughout • New kitchen cabinets & butcher block countertops • New stainless steel appliances • Freshly painted inside & out • Approx. 635 sq. ft. covered outdoor living • Both bathrooms completely renovated • Approx. 325 sq. ft. attached carport • New 10,000-gallon catchment tank • New deck connecting back door to lanai • New washer, utility sink & outdoor countertops on back lanai Termite fumigation is scheduled. Seller will not provide a TIR. A move-in-ready HOVE home with updated interiors, generous outdoor living & a full acre to make your own!

92-8215 Bamboo Ln, OCEAN VIEW

Listing courtesy of Hawaii Estates LLC.

$230,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 733910 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

*NEW ROOF! Discover exceptional flexibility and value on this 1-acre Ocean View property, featuring a permitted 4-bedroom, 2-bath home with strong multi-generational or rental potential! Built in 2008, the 1,518 sq. ft. home offers two identical living spaces—a full first floor and full second floor, each with the same layout, separate exterior entrances, and no interior connection. Perfect for extended ʻohana (family), guests, or rental opportunities. The upper level includes a spacious lanai with sweeping ocean views, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the beautiful Hawaiian scenery. In addition to the main home, the property includes three 10' x 12' outbuildings, offering storage, workshop space, or creative-use potential. There's also a massive 800 sq. ft. quonset-style greenhouse, ready for gardening, homesteading, or hobby projects. Infrastructure is a standout: Overhead HELCO power Two septic systems 10,000-gallon catchment tank Laminate wood flooring throughout the main home Two driveways—one leading to the main house at the back of the lot, and another serving two of the outbuildings along with a large graded pad. The home requires some TLC and is priced accordingly. Conveniently located close to the highway, essential amenities are just a short drive away, including gas stations, grocery stores, shopping centers, a hardware store, propane/rentals, local restaurants, a Post Office, and an auto parts store. If you're looking for space, versatility, and the opportunity to add value through improvements, this Ocean View property is well worth a look.

92-1435 Aloha Blvd, OCEAN VIEW

Listing courtesy of H. Mc Kee Realty, Inc..

$300,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 733860 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

OCEAN and SUNSET VIEWS are A MUST SEE from the Extra Large Lanai! Partially remodeled Permitted 4 BR 2 1/2 BA including an Ohana unit with a private/separate entrance. Great for multi generational families or potential rental income. This permitted residence is located on 1 acre towards the back of the property for more privacy. The circular driveway is convenient surrounded by gorgeous landscaping including Palm trees, Banana, Dragonfruit, Malabar chestnut, Plumerias, Soursop, Passion Fruit (Lilikoi), Mango, Avocado, Papaya, Loquat Shrubs, & Flowers. Plenty of space to grow a garden, raise chickens, goats or whatever your heart desires. Residence needs some cosmetic upgrades and is priced accordingly and currently the lowest price for the square footage in the area. Kahuku County Park is within walking distance with a children's playground, Basketball Court, Pickleball Court, and covered Pavilion with Picnic Tables to enjoy your weekends. Recent 9/2026 upgrades include: Brand New Windows installed Brand New Catchment cover on this Super Large 21,000 gallon Catchment Tank Brand New Kitchen Cupboards Brand New Kitchen Countertop Brand New Kitchen Sink and Kitchen Faucet Brand New Primary Bathroom Toilet and Vanity with New Faucet Brand New Main Bathroom Large Shower Surround, Toilet and Vanity with New Faucet Brand New Outdoor Door Frames and New Door Knobs Brand New Laminate Flooring throughout Brand New Mop Board in most rooms Water pressure checked The Open Floor plan is inviting and filled with natural light. The attached lanai is large enough to entertain your friends and family for a nice BBQ or reinforce the lanai to add a hot tub to gaze at the amazing stars and milky way in the evening. Hawaiian Ocean View Estates HOVE is close to Historic Naalehu and Punalu'u Beach with Black sand and protected turtles/Honu playing in the ocean and often resting on the beach.

92-1577 Keaka Pkwy, OCEAN VIEW

Listing courtesy of Hilo Bay Realty LLC.

$237,500

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 733192 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

Very nice property, with great character, conveniently located in the lower Kahuku side of Hawaiian Ocean View Estates. This charming property boasts a main home as well as an additional detached bedroom/yoga or art studio. In the main home you will find a 1 bedroom 1 bathroom with very nice sized garage. The garage included a custom built wooden worktable, perfect for a craftsman or wood worker. The detached bedroom can provide extra space & privacy for guests, or use it as a yoga/art studio. With multiple garden beds, pathways and a potting shed, this is a wonderful place to grow veggies, herbs, ornamental flowers and plants. Currently you will find avocado trees, a mango tree, podocarpus, multiple plumeria trees, a pony tail palm, lavender, ohia and more. Don't miss out on this well priced slice of paradise! Interior photos coming soon!

92-1544 Donola Dr, OCEAN VIEW

Listing courtesy of Koa Realty, Inc..

$289,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 733493 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

This 2 bedroom, 1 bath home on one acre has seen substantial improvements since it was last offered for sale, including a remodeled kitchen and bathroom, updated flooring and a large lanai that dramatically expands the usable outdoor space. The remodeled kitchen features updated cabinetry, countertops, farmhouse-style sink, tile backsplash, stainless steel range and vent hood. Updated flooring carries through the main living area, which opens directly onto the lanai and takes advantage of the coastline and ocean views. Under the home are three separate storage rooms with concrete floors currently used as a sewing room, tool room and storage, providing valuable additional workspace and storage. The relatively level one-acre lot features smooth pahoehoe lava with plenty of room for gardens and outdoor projects. Located on Ocean View Pkwy between Bamboo and Reef in Hawaiian Ocean View Estates. Ocean View offers grocery stores, hardware, gas stations, restaurants and other everyday services, with Kailua-Kona a little over an hour to the north. * Please excuse the boxes and belongings in the spare bedroom. The occupants are in the process of packing and are currently using this room to organize and box their belongings for their upcoming move. *

92-2220 Ocean View Pkwy, OCEAN VIEW

Listing courtesy of LUVA LLC.

$165,000

733417 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

A unique opportunity to purchase an extensively improved parcel in Mark Twain Estates with substantial water infrastructure, mature gardens, farm improvements, off-grid systems, and a custom tiny house. This property has been actively lived on, farmed, landscaped and improved over a number of years. The result is a mature and functional property with cleared areas, established pathways, productive growing spaces, multiple structures and significant site work already completed. A major advantage is the extra large 1 1/2 in. waterline running onto the property along with a professinally installed backflow prevention system. The parcel includes two previously cleared and leveled house-pad areas, which enjoy dramatic hill and ocean views. The property is home to a small working mushroom, herb and botanical farm with exceptionally fertile and organically enriched soil built up with macadamia husk, coffee parchment, local hardwood sawdust and spent mushroom farm substrate creating rich, productive, moisture holding soil throughout the gardens. A diverse collection of established edible, medicinal, ornamental plants enhance the property. An unpermitted tiny house on a trailer with finished interior, windows , flooring, custom woodwork and trim will be conveyed as-is. Included also is a 16'X16 farm shelter currently used as a kitchen and living area, with an existing 2,000 watt inverter connected to a 600-watt six panel solar system with a 300 ah LiFe P04 battery and approx. 15 cu. ft. refrigerator and a propane hot water heater providing useful off-grid infrastructure from day one. Sellers request a 30 day post closing occupancy.

94-6482 Palaoa Rd, NAALEHU

Listing courtesy of Hawai'i Modern Realty.

$165,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 202617812 MLS ⋅ FS - Fee Simple Tenure

A unique opportunity to purchase an extensively improved parcel in Mark Twain Estates with substantial water infrastructure, mature gardens, farm improvements, off-grid systems, and an unpermitted tiny house. This property has been actively lived on, farmed, landscaped and improved over a number of years. The result is a mature and functioning property with cleared areas, established pathways, productive growing spaces, multiple structures and sitework already completed. A major advantage is the extra large 1.5 inch waterline running onto the property with a professional installed backflow prevention system. The parcel includes 2 previously cleared and level house-pad areas, that enjoy dramatic hill and ocean views. The property is home to a small working mushroom, herb, and botanical farm with exceptionally fertile and organically enriched soil, built up macadamia husk, coffee parchment, local hardwood sawdust and spent mushroom farm substrate, creating rich, productive moisture holding soil throughout the gardens. A diverse collection of established edible, medicinal and ornamental plants enhance the property. A 16 x 16 farm shelter is used as living area and a kitchen.

94-6482 Palaoa Road, Naalehu

Listing courtesy of Hawaii Modern Realty.

$95,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 733616 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

Private 1-Bedroom Home on a nicely graded acre in Hawaiian Ocean View Estates Enjoy privacy and flexibility on this one-acre property in Hawaiian Ocean View Estates. The lot has been graded, creating a useable landscape with plenty of room for parking, gardening, outdoor living, projects, and more. The 1-bedroom, 1-bath home has its own entrance and is surrounded by natural and landscaped grounds with peekaboo ocean views. Two insulated 40-foot shipping containers provide an exceptional amount of additional space for storage, projects, hobbies, or workshop use. A carport provides covered parking. Conveniently located just a block from Highway 11, groceries, gas, restaurants, post office, and other everyday amenities are close by. Spend your days exploring the beauty of southern Hawaiʻi Island, including Green Sand Beach, Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, Honomalino Bay, and the dramatic cliffs of South Point. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, island getaway, or a property with abundant storage and workspace, this home combines privacy, convenience, and something especially valuable in Ocean View—a graded, usable acre with room to enjoy the entire property. (Please note some of the furniture has been changed or removed after photos.)

92-8687 Lehua Ln, OCEAN VIEW

Listing courtesy of United Country Real Estate-Hawaii Lifestyle Properties, LLC.

$188,900

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 733306 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

TWO Acres! Fully permitted and thoughtfully designed, this 1-bedroom, 1-bath off-grid home sits on a wide 1-acre parcel at approximately 4,400 feet in elevation, with the adjacent 1-acre parcel iINCLUDED in the offering (TMK 3-9-2-141-021). Enjoy privacy, sweeping ocean views toward South Point, and a unique opportunity to own TWO adjoining acres in beautiful Kaʻū. The home is currently powered by generator, with abundant sunshine and generous roof area offering excellent potential for solar.  Designed to complement the natural landscape, the home is nestled among untouched pāhoehoe and ʻaʻā lava formations, preserving the property's unique geological character. A long red cinder driveway and gated entrance welcome you to a peaceful setting with warm sunny days, cool evenings, spectacular sunrises and sunsets, and incredible stargazing, including the Milky Way!   Inside, board-and-batten detailing complements the home's distinctive character, while three large sliding glass doors with transom windows fill the living space with natural light and frame the sweeping ocean views towards South Point. Step outside onto the 400 sq. ft. open lanai—an ideal place to relax, entertain, or simply enjoy the scenery.  The kitchen features quartz countertops, a large single-bay sink, soft-close cabinetry, bronze fixtures, and new stainless steel appliances. Additional features include engineered flooring, an open-beam tongue-and-groove ceiling, ceiling fans, on-demand hot water, a spacious laundry area with new stacked washer/dryer, and board-and-batten exterior siding.  Essential amenities are just a short drive down the hill, including gas stations, grocery stores, shopping centers, a hardware store, propane/rental services, local restaurants, a Post Office, and an auto parts store—making daily living easy and accessible.

92-8340 King Kalakaua Ln, OCEAN VIEW

Listing courtesy of H. Mc Kee Realty, Inc..

$115,000

733113 MLS ⋅ ['Fee Simple'] Tenure

Discover your own private off-grid retreat in Mark Twain Estates, Nā‘ālehu! Situated on approximately 20,000 square feet of land, this unique property offers a head start for buyers looking for a peaceful Hawai‘i getaway, recreational property, or future homesite. The property has already been thoughtfully improved with a gated driveway, pond, water catchment system, solar power and two cabin structures. The main unpermitted cabin is approximately 288 square feet with an additional approximately 288-square-foot lanai, creating a comfortable indoor/outdoor space surrounded by the natural beauty of Ka‘ū. The cabin is set up with solar power, interior lighting, refrigerator, sink, kitchen area, bed, dresser and bar area. The off-grid water system includes an approximately 400-gallon catchment tank supplied by a gutter collection system, a 24-volt marine-grade water pump, carbon and UV water filtration, and an exterior water spigot for convenient hose access. A second unpermitted cabin of approximately 96 square feet provides additional flexible space for storage, workshop use or other possibilities. Additional improvements include a pond and cesspool-style outhouse. The improved driveway and gated entrance make accessing and securing the property easy, while the existing off-grid infrastructure means much of the groundwork has already been completed. Located in Mark Twain Estates in the rural Ka‘ū District, the property offers the opportunity to enjoy a quieter side of Hawai‘i Island. Whether you're looking for an off-grid weekend retreat, a place to enjoy while planning a future permitted residence, or simply a piece of Hawai‘i Island with improvements already in place, this property offers a combination that's increasingly difficult to find. **IMPORTANT:** Existing cabin structures and other improvements are unpermitted. Property is being offered primarily for its land value and existing improvements.

00-1 Lewa Lani St, NAALEHU

Listing courtesy of Hawaii's Homegrown Realty LLC.

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