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Keaau, HI Homes for Rent

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    $2,500 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • House for Rent

    15-2039-2039 28th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749

    Property Id: 2564150Great Place to call home! This well maintained 3 bedroom, 1 1/4 bathroom home in Hawaiian Paradise Park is located near the top of the subdivision for convenient access to Hilo, Keaau or Pahoa! Inside the home, you will find a clean, open-concept living space with large windows, LVT flooring, updated light fixtures and lots of natural light! The bedrooms are spacious

    (808) 219-0403

    15-2039-2039 28th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $1,600 Per Month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 570 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    15-1606-1606 2nd Ave, Keaau, HI 96749

    Property Id: 2302519Charming 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 570 SQFT unit with private entrance comes fully furnished with modern amenities. This setting is ideal for traveling nurse or digital nomad.We are in lower Hawaiian Paradise Park subdivision on Hawaii island. Walking distance to Paradise Cliff. 20 minutes from Hilo, about 45 minutes from Volcanoes National Park.Living

    (808) 646-3473

    15-1606-1606 2nd Ave, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $1,100 Per Month

    • Studio
    • 1 Bath
    • 600 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    15-1844-1844 7th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749

    Property Id: 2540528Queen sized bed with new mattress, full bathroom with bathtub, one mile from ocean cliffs in HPP, tile floors, granite countertops

    (619) 728-5948

    15-1844-1844 7th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $2,600 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • Condo for Rent

    15-1755-1755 21st Ave Unit A, Keaau, HI 96749

    Property Id: 2564191This is an excellent property for a large family. The unit upstairs is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, with a loft that is approximately 1850 sqft. It has vaulted ceilings and a spiral staircase that leads to a large loft space. There is a gorgeous kitchen with custom cabinets and quartz counter tops. The laundry room is located in the sunroom adjacent to the kitchen. The

    (808) 824-4362

    15-1755-1755 21st Ave Unit A, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $2,800 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • House for Rent

    15-1331-1331 24th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749

    Property Id: 1478323Lovely 4 bedroom 3 bath home in Hawaiian Paradise Park Subdivision. The property is fenced with a gated entrance. The 4th bedroom has a separate entrance with an ensuite bathroom and is located off of the back lanai which is accessible from the main bedroom and dining area. This home has granite countertops and tiled flooring throughout. Appliances included:

    (808) 746-8929

    15-1331-1331 24th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $2,600

    Total Monthly Price

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,277 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    15-1694 8th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749

    MOVE-IN SPECIAL: Sign a 1-year lease and get the rest of June 2026 entirely RENT-FREE! NEWLY REMODELED 3BR/2BA HOME IN HAWAIIAN PARADISE PARKRent: $2,800/month (Includes professional yard maintenance)Security Deposit: $2,800 due at lease signingUtilities: Tenant to assume utilities.Pet Policy: Up to 2 small pets allowed with a $700/pet deposit (payment plan

    15-1694 8th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $2,200

    Total Monthly Price

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 840 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    15-1917 28th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749

    FOR RENT HPP 2 beds, 1.5 bath, 1 open room 840 sqft. $2,200/month *Available June 2 bedroom + 1 open room, 1.5 bathroom in HPP. The property is located on 1 acre. Includes range and refrigerator. Tenant will pay for electric, water, trash, cable, internet, phone. No pets.Terms * Rent: $2,200 * Security Deposit: $2,200 Pet Policy *

    15-1917 28th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $2,250

    Total Monthly Price

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,200 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    15-1914 23rd Ave Unit Front house, Keaau, HI 96749

    Charming 2BED 1BATH home available 15 min from Hilo in Hawaiian Paradise ParkTucked away on a private half-acre lot, this stand alone home offers a peaceful setting with plenty of space to enjoy island living. If you’re looking for a quiet place with privacy, outdoor space, and a relaxed atmosphere, this could be a great fit.Conveniently located:• Around 10 minutes to

    15-1914 23rd Ave Unit Front house, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $2,000 Per Month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 864 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    15-2024-2024 23rd Ave, Keaau, HI 96749

    Cute 1 bedroom and 1.5 bathroom on 23rd in Hawaiian Paradise Park. The large lanai makes for a great space to hangout and relax.1 bedroom/ 1.5 bath home in Hawaiian Paradise Park. Rent: $2,000.00 Security Deposit: $2,000.00 Included in rent: Electric, water, internet and lawn maintenance.Kitchen includes refrigerator, range and dishwasher.You can apply

    15-2024-2024 23rd Ave, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $1,600 Per Month

    • Studio
    • 1 Bath
    • 480 Sq Ft
    • New modern studio with one bath

    15-1510-1510 14th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749

    Step into this bright and thoughtfully designed studio, offering the perfect blend of modern comfort and cozy charm. Built in 2025, this partially furnished space feels fresh, stylish, and ready to enjoy from day one. Clean lines, contemporary finishes, and an efficient layout make it easy to settle in and make the space your own.Large windows bring in natural light, creating an airy

    15-1510-1510 14th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $2,900 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,332 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    Ave, Keaau, HI 96749

    Rent: $290000 Security Deposit: $2900.00 Amount Refundable: $2900. Application Fee: $50.00Solar Power $300/moPet deposit $1000 ( if applicable)Tenants responsible for water(catchment), phone, rubbish, lawn care and internet. Spacious and comfortable furnished 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home located in desirable Hawaiian Paradise Park! Offering 1,332 square feet of

    Ave, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $2,600 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,372 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    15-1817-1817 14th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749

    Don't miss this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Hawaiian Paradise Park! Offering comfort, convenience, and island-style living.The property features a UV light water filtration system and an enclosed garage. Appliances include a refrigerator, gas range (tenant to supply propane), dishwasher, washer, and dryer.Enjoy indoor-outdoor living on the lanai—perfect for relaxing

    15-1817-1817 14th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $2,500 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,350 Sq Ft
    • This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Orchidland Subdivision

    16-1840-1840 34th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749

    **Rent Price** $2,500/month$2,500/security deposit Pets ok!!Tenant to open own HELCO account for electricity.This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Orchidland Subdivision offers a comfortable and relaxed living space with 1,350 square feet inside and a full acre of land to enjoy outside. There’s plenty of room to spread out, whether you want to garden, have outdoor space

    16-1840-1840 34th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $2,800 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 3/2 In The Hawaiian Paradise Park Sunbelt!

    Ave, Keaau, HI 96749

    Enjoy space, privacy, and indoor-outdoor living in this unique 3-bedroom, 2-bath home on a full acre in the desirable sunbelt section of Hawaiian Paradise Park. Built in 2008 with 1,344 sq ft of living area, the home is set back on the lot along 4th Avenue, offering a peaceful, tucked-away feel.The layout is ideal for flexibility: the primary suite is separated from the main home and

    Ave, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $2,650 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,151 Sq Ft
    • Lovely 3 Bedroom 2 Bath in HPP

    15-1412-1412 Lokelani Ave, Keaau, HI 96749

    A very charming post and pier single family home has been refreshed! This home has over 1151 sq ft of living space, set back from the road for ultimate peace and quiet. Located near the end of the dead end of 17th Avenue. Refreshed interior including fresh paint, new "waterproof" flooring throughout, a brand new kitchen with beautiful granite and brand new cabinets! New stainless

    15-1412-1412 Lokelani Ave, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $3,000 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,593 Sq Ft
    • For Rent | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath with Enclosed Garage House in Hawaiian Paradise Park

    St, Keaau, HI 96749

    Available June 1, 2026: This peaceful unfurnished 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom newly built single family home is located in Hawaiian Paradise Park. This private home has ample space beautiful floors with stainless steel appliances which include a stove, microwave, refrigerator, washer and dryer. Conveniently located near local shops and beaches.*some photos are digitally stagedMonthly

    St, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $2,800 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 3/2 Orchidland Estates-Pet Friendly

    16-484-484 Laniuma St, Keaau, HI 96749

    Spacious 3-Bedroom Home with Privacy, Lanais & Solar – Orchidland EstatesTucked away on a paved road in Orchidland, this private, fully fenced and gated 3-bed, 2-bath home offers room to spread out, inside and out. With over 1,600 square feet under roof, this property features two covered lanais overlooking a wide open backyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Yard service is

    16-484-484 Laniuma St, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $3,600 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,992 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    15-774-774 Paradise Ala Kai, Keaau, HI 96749

    Available Now until 11/1/26!!!. Furnished & Air Conditioned, Large 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bathroom house, All Utilities Included!Ready for your Hawaiian getaway? Welcome to Paradise Ala Kai, just one lot from the deep blue Pacific Ocean, on the highly sought-after Kaloli Point of Hawaiian Paradise Park. This lovely half-acre Hawaiian home boasts a tropical landscaping, a custom

    15-774-774 Paradise Ala Kai, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $2,700 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,772 Sq Ft
    • Available 5/1/26! Fully Furnished 3bd/2ba home fro rent!

    15-1898-1898 5th St, Keaau, HI 96749

    Available 5/1/26! Spacious and Charming 3 bedroom / 2 Bathroom home, post and pier so this home offers a front deck and a back deck. Large covered carport, with plenty of space. Split AC, PV Solar panels and more. Home comes fully furnished. Fenced Yard, 1 Outdoor Pet Only with a $300 pet DepositContact Laura (PM)

    15-1898-1898 5th St, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $1,450 Per Month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • House for Rent

    15-1579-1579 Loke Rd, Keaau, HI 96749

    Darling apartment available in an HPP house: one bedroom, bonus room, plus a living room with kitchenette (no stove), and the bathroom. Water (catchment), electricity, lawn care included. Common area laundry machines shared with two other tenants. Covered lanai, ceiling fans, and gated access from the road. Showings are scheduled once a Hilo Bay Realty application is on file; visit hbr dot

    15-1579-1579 Loke Rd, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $1,658 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • Kurtistown

    17-451 Volcano Rd Unit B (downstairs), Keaau, HI 96749

    17-451 Volcano Rd Unit B (downstairs), Keaau, HI 96749
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    $1,850 Per Month

    • Studio
    • 1 Bath
    • 700 Sq Ft
    • Fully Furnished Studio in Hawaiian Paradise Park

    15-1907-1550 22nd Ave, Keaau, HI 96749

    **Rent Price **$1,750/month$1,750/security deposit Utility Fee $150**Pets ok**Tenant to open own HELCO account for electricity*Fully Furnished Studio in Hawaiian Paradise Park*Enjoy peaceful island living in this charming 700 sq. ft. studio located on a spacious one-acre property in the desirable Hawaiian Paradise Park subdivision. This studio

    15-1907-1550 22nd Ave, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $3,000 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,401 Sq Ft
    • 15-1300 Railroad Ave. Keaau, HI 96749

    15-1300-1300 Railroad Ave, Keaau, HI 96749

    Cute 3 bed 2 bath home available for rent in HPP. Two rental references required. Contact Nalani at to check on availability and with any questions. To apply please go to

    15-1300-1300 Railroad Ave, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $2,000 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,766 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    15-964-964 Paradise Ala Kai, Keaau, HI 96749

    For Rent: 2 Bed / 2 Bath Home on Paradise Ala Kai Welcome to your slice of paradise! This spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is located on the desirable Paradise Ala Kai on the beautiful east side of Hawai'i Island.Enjoy peekaboo ocean views from the large lanai, where you can relax with your morning coffee or unwind in the evening to the sound of the waves. The property is

    15-964-964 Paradise Ala Kai, Keaau, HI 96749
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    $3,450 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,008 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    15-2054-2054 10th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749

    Fully Furnished, Utilities Included! Welcome to your serene island retreat, a beautifully maintained home surrounded by lush tropical greenery, offering comfort, privacy, and relaxed island living.This fully furnished residence features two spacious bedrooms and two full bathrooms, thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and functionality. The home offers an open concept layout where

    15-2054-2054 10th Ave, Keaau, HI 96749

Why Live in Keaau

Keaau, located on the eastern side of the Big Island of Hawaii, is a growing suburb of Hilo. Known for its relative affordability, Keaau attracts residents with its large lots that provide space for hobby farms. Housing styles in Keaau include bungalows, plantation-style residences, and ranch-style homes, with many properties featuring low-pitched roofs that drain into catchment tanks. The community has a lower crime risk compared to the national average. Keaau features several county parks, such as Kurtistown Park and Herbert Shipman Park. They offer various recreational facilities like ball fields, skate ramps, and pickleball courts. The nearly 3-mile Puna Historic Trail leads to Haena Beach, and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is about 20 miles west. Keaau's main commercial district has grocery stores such as Foodland and Keaau Filipino Food Mart, along with pharmacies and a hardware store. Dining options include roadside takeout stands and Kaleo’s Bar & Grill, which hosts live music. Nearby Pahoa offers a walkable downtown with eateries and shops, while Hilo provides an indoor mall and big-box stores. The weekly Makuu Farmers Market is just south of the community, and the annual Hawaii Island All Nations Powwow takes place in Keaau. State Route 130 connects the area to Hilo, approximately 15 miles away, though rush-hour traffic can make the commute take around an hour. Residents should stay prepared for environmental hazards such as volcanic eruptions and typhoons. Disaster notifications are available through the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a home in Keaau, HI?
The median rent for a home in Keaau, HI is $2,600 per month, though prices vary by neighborhood, size, and property type. As of June 2026, townhouses tend to be the most affordable option while single-family homes and condos are currently more expensive.
How much do you need to make to afford rent in Keaau, HI?
To comfortably afford the median rent in Keaau, HI, a household needs to earn roughly $104,000 per year. This is based on the common guideline that households should spend no more than 30% of gross income on housing. Most landlords require monthly household income of at least 3x the monthly rent, and with a median rent of $2,600 per month in Keaau, HI, renters typically need to show $7,800 per month in gross income to qualify. Actual affordability will vary depending on household debts, other living expenses, and overall budget.
Is it more affordable to rent or buy in Keaau, HI?
In Keaau, HI, the price-to-rent ratio is 16.3, which generally favors renting. This ratio divides the median home price by the annual median rent: below 15 typically favors buying, 15 to 20 is balanced, and above 20 typically favors renting. Your finances, how long you plan to stay, and costs like mortgage rates, taxes, and maintenance all factor into the decision.

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Number of Homes for Rent
25
Median Rent
$2,600
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,600
Median Townhouse Rent
$1,600
Median Condo Rent
$2,600
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