12-4323 Kona St
$170,000
About this property
**Off-Grid Tropical Garden Retreat in Lower Puna** Located in one of Puna's earliest subdivisions, this approximately **0.17-acre (7,440 sq ft)** property offers off-grid living with **no homeowners association**. A voluntary road-maintenance association helps maintain access (buyer to verify). Conveniently located about **10 miles south of Pāhoa** and **8 miles from the ocean**, the property offers a peaceful country setting with easy access to shopping, services, and the coastline. The property includes a **271 sq ft studio** with a private bathroom featuring a flush toilet and shower, plus a **431 sq ft (20-foot high-cube) shipping container** ideal for storage, a workshop, studio, office, or future guest space. Mature tropical landscaping, established garden areas, and winding pathways create a private setting with room to garden or homestead. The property is gated and partially fenced with hibiscus hedges and borders a community garden. A nearby trading post offers coffee, ice, and everyday essentials. Powered by approximately **600 watts of rooftop solar**, a **1,200-gallon catchment system**, and propane appliances, this property offers a simple, sustainable island lifestyle with minimal utility costs. A unique opportunity for gardeners, artists, or anyone seeking a peaceful off-grid retreat in Lower Puna.
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