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Mountain View is a rural village at the foot of the world’s most active volcano
Mountain View is a rural community that sits at the foot of two towering volcanic mountains on the Island of Hawaii, also known as The Big Island. It’s surrounded by farmland and tropical rainforests, about 15 miles from the coastal town of Hilo. Most homes occupy large, wooded lots on narrow country lanes that cut through lush, tropical vegetation. The area is known for heavy rains and cooler temperatures compared to other parts of the island. “I love it here," says Amy Flanders, an agent at Equity Hawaii Real Estate who lives in the Mountain View area. "It’s gorgeous, and the weather is perfect. It’s cooler and crisper at this elevation, and it’s great for gardening. We’ve been growing papayas, pineapples and fruit trees.”
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rural village
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Homes tucked away on country lanes in dense tropical forests
Mountain View, mostly constructed after 1970, offers a mix of cabins, cottages and ranch-style homes nestled in the jungles that wrap around the base of the Mauna Loa and Kilauea volcanoes. Lot sizes are typically large, offering plenty of peace and quiet, far from the hustle and bustle of the nearest city. The median home price here is about $400,000, putting it more than 50% lower than the statewide median. Around 80% of residents are homeowners. “There’s a good range of homes, including some large agricultural properties. And it’s still affordable. It’s way more affordable than if you live on the other side of the island,” Flanders says.
Homes in tropical forest
Homes in tropical forest
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There are a couple restaurants and coffee shops on Old Volcano Road
There are a handful of shops and restaurants on Old Volcano Road. Residents can pick up a pie from Frankie’s Pizza, satisfy their sweet tooth at Mountain View Bakery or order an espresso at Koana Retail. For something quick, there’s also Saucy Mama’s food truck, known for its pork tacos and rotating weekly specials. This little shopping district is rounded out by a reptile store, a convenience store and a post office. For groceries, residents can head about 7 miles east to Keaau. It has a Foodland grocery store, an organic grocer and a Mexican grocer. For everything else, it’s just a few more miles to Hilo. “The location is great. You can get to town really easily, but it’s still remote and quiet out here,” Flanders says.
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restaurants and coffee
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Hike to the mouth of the volcano at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park
Hiking, outdoor recreation and sweeping ocean and mountain vistas are close to home. Mountain View is just a few miles from Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, a massively popular tourist destination that encompasses two of the world’s most active volcanoes, Mauna Loa and Kilauea. Visitors can schedule a time to view lava fountains in the evening, or hike through blasted landscapes to volcano cones, craters and tropical jungles. Also nearby is the Lavalinks Recreation Club, an 18-hole disc golf course, and Upper Waiakea ATV and Dirt Bike Park. Sandy beaches, cliffside overlooks and breezy surf spots are just 15 miles away on the coast.
Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes National Park
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Young students start at Mountain View Elementary
Students can start their education close to home at Mountain View Elementary School, which gets a C rating from Niche. The next steps are Keaau Middle School and Keaau High School, both of which get C-plus ratings. The high school offers a wide range of academic, athletic and extracurricular activities for students, including several clubs geared towards technology, agriculture and science.
Mountain View Elementary
Mountain View Elementary
Mountain View is a small, rural community located about 15 miles southwest of Hilo on the Big Island of Hawaii.
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Getting around The Big Island on Route 11
State Route 11, also known as Hawaii Belt Road, is the main road in and out of Mountain View. Residents can take Route 11 to Hilo, or west all the way to Kahaluu-Keauhou on the opposite side of the island. There’s no public transportation in Mountain View, so residents will likely need a car to get around. The nearest large airport and major hospital are 15 miles away in Hilo.
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On average, homes in Mountain View, HI sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Mountain View, HI over the last 12 months is $325,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Pu’u ’O’o Ranchlands is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for! Nestled in the scenic Volcano area, and with access on a paved County road, this thoughtfully planned subdivision offers 5-acre rectangular parcels with building areas 200 feet apart; designed for privacy and natural beauty. Established 10-foot wide nature trail easements along the boundaries between the front and rear lots extend
Pu’u ’O’o Ranchlands is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for! Nestled in the scenic Volcano area, and with access on a paved County road, this thoughtfully planned subdivision offers 5-acre rectangular parcels with building areas 200 feet apart, designed for privacy and natural beauty. Established 10 foot wide nature trail easements along the boundaries between the front and rear lots, and are
Pu’u ’O’o Ranchlands is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for! Nestled in the scenic Volcano area, and with access on a paved County road, this thoughtfully planned subdivision offers 5-acre rectangular parcels with building areas 200 feet apart, designed for privacy and natural beauty. Established 10-foot wide nature trail easements along the boundaries between the front and rear lots are
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