Real Estate Investing in Kealakekua, Hawaii

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 3,137 • Hawaii County

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Should you buy in Kealakekua, HI? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
WEAK FIT
Grade F (32/100)

Multiple negative signals. Better options likely exist nearby.

📈 For Investors
WEAK
2.0 / 5 (33/100)

Structural challenges here. The numbers may look cheap but operational risk is high. Only for experienced, hands-on investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • Elevated vacancy: 11.2% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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2.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

3.3% 5yr CAGR

4.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $789,146
Avg Monthly Rent $1,683
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Kealakekua Real Estate

Kealakekua in Hawaii is one of the markets where the numbers warn before they reward — 1 ZIPs, a sizable population, and a rating that reflects material risk.

Investors considering Kealakekua, HI should understand what the ★★☆☆☆ rating represents — a market with material structural headwinds, not a temporary rough patch.

Rent trends and price trends in Kealakekua are both soft, which is the uncomfortable combination that defines distressed-leaning markets in Hawaii.

A an established population with $N/AK household income profile is what makes Kealakekua a challenging rental market — the tenant base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Avg Home Value
$789,146
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,683
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (HI)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Hilo, HI metro

4/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
68%
Days Pending
2/2
87 days

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❄️ Cool Market — Hilo, HI metro
87
Days to pending
6.1%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Kealakekua, HI

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kealakekua, HI

What is it like being a landlord in Kealakekua, HI?

HI law landlord-friendly for landlords, and Kealakekua inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

Where do rents currently stand in Kealakekua, HI?

Investors in Kealakekua, HI typically see rents near $1,683/mo per month against $789K home values - a solid setup for rental cash flow.

What kind of tenants rent in Kealakekua, HI?

Kealakekua, HI offers a reliable renter base at the $1,683/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

Does Kealakekua, HI make sense for an investment property?

The 2.0/5 investability rating in Kealakekua, HI reflects its $789K prices and $1,683/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within HI.

What is the average home sale price in Kealakekua, HI?

Expect median prices around $789K in Kealakekua, HI. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been measured.

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