1973 Three Bedroom Home For Sale in Hawaii $195K

1973 Three Bedroom Home For Sale in Hawaii. Your Hawaiian dreams are waiting in this affordable, just-what-you-need kind of home. Just 3 miles from the coast.

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Pros

1. Lower housing costs (for Hawaii)
   Compared to many parts of Hawaii, Pāhoa offers more affordable real estate. Homes and land tend to cost less than in places like Honolulu or more developed coastal parts of the islands.

2. Laid‑back, rural lifestyle & natural beauty
   If you like lush landscapes, greenery, proximity to nature (hot ponds, steam vents, volcanic landscapes), Pāhoa delivers. It’s peaceful, quiet, and tends to move at a slower pace.

3. Strong community & cultural diversity
   There’s a strong feeling of community. The population includes long‑time residents, Native Hawaiians, people pursuing alternative lifestyles, those living off grid, etc.

4. Proximity to Hilo
   It’s not totally remote — Hilo (a larger town with more amenities) is within driving distance. That gives access to more services, shopping, etc., though you’ll still have rural travel.

5. Alternative / self‑sufficient living opportunities
   Many people in Puna live more “off-grid” or use local resources. Farming, permaculture, doing things more locally are more viable here than in densely urban settings.

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Cons

1. Natural hazard risks, especially volcano & lava flows
   Pāhoa is in or near zones affected by eruptions from Kīlauea. Lava flows in recent years destroyed homes and land, and that risk is ongoing.

2. Isolation / infrastructure limitations

   • Some roads are unpaved or less well‑maintained.

   • Services like high‑speed internet, cell phone coverage, reliable utilities may be spotty depending on the exact location.

   • Medical or specialized services are limited locally; for more advanced care or amenities you’ll often need to travel.

3. Higher cost of living compared to U.S. average, though lower than many Hawaii areas
   While housing might be more affordable than in much of Hawaii, overall cost of goods, groceries, fuel, shipping, etc., are still high given island location.

4. Limited economic/job opportunities & lower incomes
   Many jobs are in agriculture, small business, or tourism. For higher‑paying jobs (especially specialized or corporate), you’ll likely need to look elsewhere or commute/travel.

5. Population, poverty, and social challenges

   • The poverty rate is higher than U.S. average.

   • Some social issues like substance abuse, homelessness are mentioned in local feedback.

6. Amenities & entertainment are limited
   If you enjoy theatres, concerts, big events, diverse nightlife, major shopping, etc., Pāhoa won’t offer much. For those things, travel or going to bigger towns is needed.

7. Weather / climate issues
   Heavy rain is common, especially in certain microclimates. Sometimes long wet stretches which some find oppressive. Also tropical storms/hurricanes risk, volcanic fumes, etc.

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