Discover the perfect canvas for your Big Island dream in the serene Fern Forest Vacation Estates. This spacious 3-acre wooded lot on Makoa Road offers a peaceful, private retreat surrounded by native ‘ōhi‘a trees, lush ferns, and the vibrant rainforest character that defines Volcano.
Fairly level topography provides many excellent spots for building your custom home, establishing a garden, or creating a sustainable off-grid haven.
Nestled at a refreshing higher elevation, the property enjoys Volcano’s famously cool climate, misty mornings, and abundant natural beauty. It’s conveniently situated with good road access, just a short drive to Highway 11, Volcano Village’s shops, restaurants, farmer’s market, and the stunning landscapes of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Hilo is also within easy reach for the big box stores etc.
Whether you envision a full-time family home, weekend getaway, or homestead with room to grow, this blank slate in a growing, established community presents an outstanding opportunity to own meaningful acreage in one of Hawai‘i’s most unique and inspiring areas.
Fern Forest Vacation Estates (Mountain View/Volcano, HI), the primary ongoing community cost is the annual road maintenance fee, which is typically $190 per year Annual Road Maintenance: Managed by the Fern Forest Community Association, this fee is dedicated strictly to keeping the unpaved and paved roads accessible.
SSPP (Special Sub-division Project Provisions) Fee: For prospective buyers of vacant 3-acre lots in this off-grid area, you may encounter an SSPP fee. This is an additional assessment from the local utility (HELCO) to help bring electrical poles and lines to un-serviced lots.
Buyer and Buyer’s Agent to verify all utilities, zoning, and building requirements with Hawai‘i County. Buyer and Buyer’s Agent to confirm Flood Zone X, Lava Zone 3. Sold
Under contract
Price cut: $4.9K (8/26)
$34,999
Makoa Rd Lot 54, Volcano, HI 96785
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3Acres
Unimproved Land
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3 Acres Lot
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What's special
Misty morningsVibrant rainforest characterLush fernsAbundant natural beautyFairly level topographyGood road access
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bary F Foster 8083332586,
Okura Realty
Source: Hawaii Information Service,MLS#: 732110
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 0
Features
- Has fireplace: No
Property
Lot
- Size: 3 Acres
- Features: Wooded
- Topography: Fairly Level
Details
- Parcel number: 3110221360000
- Zoning: A-3A
- Special conditions: Fee Simple,Standard
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: None
- Water: None
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Water Not Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: FERN FOREST VACATION ESTATES
Location
- Region: Volcano
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $35,700
- Annual tax amount: $333
- Date on market: 7/20/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Construction Loan
- Ownership: Full
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Graded
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2026 | Contingent | $34,999 |
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| 8/26/2026 | Price change | $34,999-12.3% |
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| 8/3/2026 | Price change | $39,900-5% |
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| 7/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $42,000 |
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Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.







