Set on nearly half an acre in the heart of Kapa‘a, on Kaua'i's east side, 4885 Laipo Road offers a rare combination of classic island character, over 2,000 sf of living space, generous outdoor space, and thoughtful updates—all just minutes from Kealia Beach, the coastal bike path, and Kapa‘a town. Mature gardens, stone walls, and a peaceful gazebo create a private tropical setting with ample room to garden, gather, play, or simply enjoy the outdoors. The single-level furnished home features three bedrooms and a bright, open floor plan designed for easy indoor-outdoor living. The dining area with bar seating opens to a lanai, while the spacious living room connects to a covered lanai and large front patio, providing multiple spaces for entertaining and relaxing. The updated kitchen features new cabinetry and quartz countertops, along with a newer refrigerator and range. Additional improvements include new windows in the kitchen and dining area, a new living room sliding door, laminate flooring in the rear hallway, photovoltaic solar panels, and newer furnishings. An attached garage adds even more versatility, with a finished room and bathroom above, plus its own covered lanai—well suited for a home office, studio, guest space, or other flexible use. Generous storage throughout adds everyday functionality. With approximately 20,000 square feet of land, established landscaping—including multiple fruit trees—additional flexible space, and a convenient East Kaua‘i location, 4885 Laipo Road captures the relaxed character of island living while offering room to create, grow, and make it your own.
Ko'olau, located between the Wailua River and Ke Ala Hele Makalae, is a residential and coastal Kapaa neighborhood with a trade-wind feel and a bike-and-beach rhythm. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Kūhiō Highway corridor near Kapaa Beach Park, where shave-ice counters, plate-lunch windows, and surf shops set a salt-air tempo. Plantation-era cottages and low-slung island homes mix with newer townhome clusters, often framed by palms and mountain views toward the Ko'olau Range. Morning routines track the shoreline path, while afternoons pivot to river lookouts and small-town storefronts. Pillars of local culture include the Kapaa Art Gallery, the open-air Kapaa Farmers Market, and the historic Kapaa Missionary Church.
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4885 Laipo Rd · $1,179,000
$1.21M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.21M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
9 days
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SALE-TO-LIST
100.4%
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Blinds
Hardwood floors
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
3 bathrooms total
Kitchen
Range
Microwave hood
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Wall/window cooling units
Exterior features
Block fencing
Fairly level to gently sloped terrain
Fee simple land tenure
R-4 zoning
Full ownership
Parking
Attached covered parking
2 carport spaces
Utilities
Photovoltaic power
Public water
Cesspool sewer
Cable available
Electricity available
Phone available
County solid waste disposal
Cable and satellite internet access
Electricity and solar
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Inspired by the Classic Island Style, this home offers a serene open floor plan with sweeping views from dining & living rm. to the ocean. In addition to the 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home, a 200 sf "ohana" area with full bathroom above the garage offers additional space for an extended family. The home is situated upon nearly one-half acre of beautiful gardens planted with many specimen plants and fruit trees, and a peaceful Balinese gazebo to enjoy the gardens and views. The county has approved a second water meter for the property should someone want to explore the possibility of building an Additional Dwelling unit. Fabulous family home. Great price per sf. !More Features: * Money-saving, 12-panel photovoltaic system * 2 solar water heating systems = more savings * Redwood wall construction / double walled addition * Refinished mahogany floors & new porcelain tile floors * Two decks and front patio for entertaining * Stainless steel sink & counter top * Fireplace * Shower room * Extensive lava rock walls * Basement storage * Newer roof with hurricane straps * Landscaped like a mini botanical garden * Minutes from Kapaa town, schools and Kealia Beach
Public Records
Feb 1, 1984
Sold
$80,000
$40/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,739 (+0.7%)
$630,000 + $387,800
$1,017,800
2025
$5,698 (+7.5%)
$630,000 + $387,800
$1,017,800
2024
$5,300 (+4.5%)
$600,000 + $410,200
$1,010,200
2023
$5,070 (−4.6%)
$500,000 + $437,300
$937,300
2022
$5,315 (+11.4%)
$450,000 + $445,100
$895,100
2021
$4,772 (+3.7%)
$425,000 + $421,700
$846,700
2020
$4,602 (+13.3%)
$350,000 + $407,000
$757,000
2019
$4,063 (+280.5%)
$275,000 + $454,000
$729,000
2018
$1,068 (−5.2%)
$212,500 + $427,400
$639,900
2017
$1,127 (+2.7%)
$212,500 + $287,100
$499,600
2016
$1,097 (+115.5%)
$275,000 + $236,300
$511,300
2014
$509 (−22.5%)
2013
$656 (+288.4%)
2012
$169
$200,000 + $242,500
$442,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,007
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,007
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kauai County
APN
4 450160040000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
R-4
Residential District - 4 DU per Acre
The Residential District regulates the number of people living in a given area by specifying the maximum allowable number of dwelling units that may be developed on any given parcel of land. In order not to differentiate between economic groups or life-styles, a reasonable flexibility in the type of dwelling units and their placement on the land has been provided; to establish standards governing the development, construction and use of housing and dwelling facilities; to provide opportunity for all groups of persons to obtain adequate housing within each area of the County suitable for residential use in relation to other land uses and consistent with the preservation of natural, scenic, and historic resources; to establish the level of minimum services necessary to assure the adequacy of housing; to encourage a variety of housing types, sizes and densities necessary to meet the needs of all economic groups and to avoid environmental monotony detrimental to the quality of life; and to maintain the character and integrity of communities within residential districts and support residents in continuing to live and raise their families in these neighborhoods.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Fire Factor
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Heat Factor
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1/10 Air Factor
Minimal risk of unhealthy air over next 30 years
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Historical weather
Kapaa, HI • 96746
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 4885 Laipo Rd
$1,179,734
$734 over list price of $1.18M
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