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Homes for Sale in Captain Cook, Hawaii: South Kona Coffee Country

I'm Jeff Gaughan, a Kona REALTOR with eXp Realty. Captain Cook is in South Kona, on the slopes above Kealakekua Bay. It is where many buyers go when they want land, a view and room to breathe, with Kailua-Kona still within reach. This page is about the homes: what the place is like, what is listed now and what to check on a rural Hawaii property.

What it's like

Captain Cook is a community of about 3,250 people at the 2020 census, sitting around 1,250 feet in elevation. Most of it lies between 800 and 2,000 feet, which Wikipedia notes makes it ideal for growing coffee. The Kona Coffee Belt runs roughly 500 to 3,200 feet above sea level, and the region has about 800 coffee farms averaging under five acres, per Wikipedia. Only coffee labeled "100% Kona Coffee" is pure Kona, so ask any farm what it sells.

Kealakekua Bay is about 12 miles south of Kailua-Kona. Captain Cook died there in 1779, and the white Cook Monument on the north shore, built in 1874, can only be reached by water or an hour-long hike. The bay is a Marine Life Conservation District, and state rules bar kayaks, paddleboards and surfboards unless you go with a licensed tour operator, so check current rules before you plan a visit. See Kealakekua Bay for more. To the south, Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park preserves a Hawaiian place of refuge.

Market snapshot

As of October 11, 2026, 61 single-family homes are listed in Captain Cook. Asking prices run from about $159,000 to $4.8 million. The average is about $953,000, or roughly $694 per square foot, and the average home has three to four bedrooms and about 1,760 square feet. These are list prices, not sales, and they change daily.

  • About 15 homes at $500,000 or less, from about $159,000 to $455,000. Many are small homes of under 600 square feet or older homes, several of them in the Milolii Beach Lots area.
  • About 29 homes from $500,000 to $1 million, the largest group, averaging about three bedrooms and 1,670 square feet.
  • About 17 homes above $1 million, from about $1.09 million to $4.8 million, averaging about four bedrooms and 2,650 square feet.

Counting land, farms and other property types, roughly 150 listings carry a Captain Cook address. The page's city search also reaches pockets well down the coast, such as Milolii, so the homes are spread across several very different areas.

What to check on a South Kona property

  • Water and power. Ask whether the home has county water or a rainwater catchment system, how wastewater is handled and what the electric and internet situation is.
  • Zoning and permits. Many parcels are agricultural. Confirm the dwelling, any ohana unit and any additions are permitted.
  • Roads and access. Some roads are private or unpaved. Ask who maintains them.
  • Lava zone and insurance. Parts of South Kona lie on Mauna Loa's slopes. See my buyer guides and get insurance quotes early.
  • Coffee farm purchases. Ask for harvest records, processing arrangements and what staff or equipment convey.
  • Short-term rentals. Hawaii County regulates short-term vacation rentals under Ordinance 2018-114 and Planning Department Rule 23, and what is allowed depends on zoning and permits. Verify a specific property with the County before you count on rental income.

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I can tell you what a South Kona property is really like before you fly out. Want new Captain Cook listings the day they hit the market? Create a free account and save this search, or ask me. You can also call or text me at 808-491-8115.

Jeff Gaughan, RS-81116
eXp Realty | Kona Homes and Condos

Homes for Sale in Captain Cook

87-3180 Boki Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
87-3180 Boki Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $765,000

Perched above the Pacific in the desirable Kona Paradise community, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath South Kona retreat offers beautiful ocean views, year-round sunsets, and a se...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 731152 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of eXp Realty

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

92-1253 Leilani Makai Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
92-1253 Leilani Makai Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $645,000

Welcome to Kahuku Country Estates, where space, privacy, and island living come together! Tucked away along a private road on approximately three acres, this inviting pr...

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 733816 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of eXp Realty

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

82-1103 Kalamakowali Hmstd Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
82-1103 Kalamakowali Hmstd Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $1,900,000

Perched high above historic Kealakekua Bay, this remarkable 5.4-acre Kona coffee estate offers the perfect blend of peaceful country living, spectacular ocean views, and ...

  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 734214 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Kona Resort Properties

Listing courtesy of Kona Resort Properties.

82-5957 Wakida Dr, CAPTAIN COOK image
82-5957 Wakida Dr, CAPTAIN COOK $1,700,000

Sweeping panoramic views of historic Kealakekua Bay and the South Kona coastline highlight this beautifully appointed 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home on one lush acre. Quality c...

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 734218 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Courtesy of Livingston Realty

Listing courtesy of Livingston Realty.

82-5971 Government Main Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
82-5971 Government Main Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $1,675,000

This truly unique property enjoys spectacular views of the mesmerizing grandeur of the South Kona coastline and hinterland. Enviably located at the upper end of McCoy Pla...

  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 733428 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Sue Brown Realty and Associates

Listing courtesy of Sue Brown Realty and Associates.

89-749 Huanui Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
89-749 Huanui Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $950,000 ▼

*** GREAT OPPORTUNITY to lower your interest rate if financing - Seller offering $10,000 in closing costs *** Come discover your own piece of Hawaii. Wake up to sweeping...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 734017 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Kona

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Kona.

87-3179 Kihikihi Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
87-3179 Kihikihi Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $799,000

Just two short blocks from the beach, this beautifully updated Hawaiian retreat in the sought-after Kona Paradise community offers the perfect blend of island living, ind...

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 733621 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Hilo

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Hilo.

82-6277 Kahauloa St, CAPTAIN COOK image
82-6277 Kahauloa St, CAPTAIN COOK $1,775,000

Uniquely exceptional only partly describes this thoughtfully planned & fully developed property that has been lovingly & meticulously maintained. Enviably located in hist...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 733427 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Sue Brown Realty and Associates

Listing courtesy of Sue Brown Realty and Associates.

82-6044-A Puuhonua Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
82-6044-A Puuhonua Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $1,950,000

Rare Kealakekua Bay opportunity with an active STVR Nonconforming Use Certificate (NUC)! One of only eight homes on the north side of Napoʻopoʻo Wharf leading toward Napo...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 733775 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Livingston Realty

Listing courtesy of Livingston Realty.

84-5085 Painted Church Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
84-5085 Painted Church Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $524,000

This is a leasehold property...with NO farming requirements! Incredible price for an amazing property! Live the true Big Island lifestyle in peaceful & culturally rich ...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 733724 MLS
  • ['Leasehold'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Hawaii Estates LLC

Listing courtesy of Hawaii Estates LLC.

89-780 Lani Kona Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
89-780 Lani Kona Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $599,000

Welcome to your private Hawaiian retreat in beautiful South Kona! This LIKE-NEW, upscale 4-bedroom, 3-bath residence has been extensively remodeled and sits on approximat...

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 733802 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Jeffrey Samuels Realty

Listing courtesy of Jeffrey Samuels Realty.

88-1554 Eono Avenue, CAPTAIN COOK image
88-1554 Eono Avenue, CAPTAIN COOK $223,333

NEWER COTTAGE WITH OCEAN VIEWS IN MILOLI'I BEACH LOTS SUBDIVISION! Built in 2022, this permitted cottage comes fully furnished, making moving in a breeze! Whether you ma...

  • 1 Baths
  • 733198 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Ah Chong Realty, LLC

Listing courtesy of Ah Chong Realty, LLC.

88-1543 Elima Ave, CAPTAIN COOK image
88-1543 Elima Ave, CAPTAIN COOK $625,000

Owner financing available with $200k down, 7%, 3 years, with balloon payment. Discover the perfect blend of comfort, efficiency, and island charm in this fully permitted ...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 733422 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Hawaii Estates LLC

Listing courtesy of Hawaii Estates LLC.

83-1064 Honaunau School Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
83-1064 Honaunau School Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $2,200,000

Welcome to Honaunau Farm, an extraordinary turn-key agricultural haven nestled along the coveted South Kona coast of Hawaii’s Big Island. Grounded in intentional design a...

  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 733251 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Axen Realty LLC

Listing courtesy of Axen Realty LLC.

83-5599-D Middle Keei Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
83-5599-D Middle Keei Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $849,000

This is a leasehold property. Setting on 6.3 acres, with incredible ocean views, it offers a rare opportunity to step into a turnkey, highly cared-for, beautifully furni...

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 732724 MLS
  • ['Leasehold'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Hawaii Life

Listing courtesy of Hawaii Life.

84-4956 Ke Ala O Keawe Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
84-4956 Ke Ala O Keawe Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $650,000

This is a leasehold property. 1.09 acre KSBE ag LH mixed - crop tropical farm retreat with flexible living space minutes from Hawai’i Island’s finest ocean access spots. ...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 732081 MLS
  • ['Leasehold'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Hawaii Life

Listing courtesy of Hawaii Life.

87-2854 Hawaii Belt Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
87-2854 Hawaii Belt Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $4,770,000

Wake up and smell the Kona coffee, grown, processed and roasted right here on the estate. Kona Rainforest presents a rare opportunity to acquire one of Hawaiʻi’s largest ...

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 732847 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of eXp Realty

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

88-1968 Milolii Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
88-1968 Milolii Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $549,000 ▼

OPEN OCEAN VIEWS – Unbeatable sunset views and whale watching from the comfort of your lanai. OWNED SOLAR SYSTEM – Electric bill averages just $30–$50/month. Enjoy off-gr...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 733126 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Courtesy of Hawaii Estates LLC

Listing courtesy of Hawaii Estates LLC.

87-3208 Huna Kai Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
87-3208 Huna Kai Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $695,000 ▼

Move-In Ready South Kona Rural Retreat with Ocean Views & Beach Access Welcome to your move-in-ready 3-bedroom, 3-bath, two-story home nestled in a desirable rural Kona n...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 732750 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of eXp Realty

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

88-1501 Ala Malino Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
88-1501 Ala Malino Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $455,000

Hawaii Country home on 5 acres with avocado trees, mango, guava, palm trees in Honomalino Acres. Private driveway to 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. Open beam ceilings. Fairl...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 732680 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Kona

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Kona.

87-2478 Hawaii Belt Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
87-2478 Hawaii Belt Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $380,000

Located along Mamalahoa Highway in Captain Cook, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers approximately 945 square feet of interior living space and is full of potential fo...

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 731290 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of eXp Realty

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

87-3476 Mamalahoa Highway, CAPTAIN COOK image
87-3476 Mamalahoa Highway, CAPTAIN COOK $849,000

Privately situated on 5.26 wooded acres, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by mature tropical vegetation, with no neighbors in sig...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 728375 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Hawaii Life

Listing courtesy of Hawaii Life.

83-5749 Kanele St, CAPTAIN COOK image
83-5749 Kanele St, CAPTAIN COOK $2,495,000

UPDATE!!: New "Progress photos" from the construction site have been uploaded. Check back weekly to see the progress as the interior finishes are completed room by room. ...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 732027 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Kona

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Kona.

89-780 Huanui St, CAPTAIN COOK image
89-780 Huanui St, CAPTAIN COOK $895,000

Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in the heart of Milolii Heights Farm Lots. Thoughtfully renovated throughout, this move-in-ready property ble...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 732175 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of eXp Realty

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

88-1508 Akahi Ave, CAPTAIN COOK image
88-1508 Akahi Ave, CAPTAIN COOK $649,000 ▼

Where Every Day Feels Like a Vacation. Perched above the Pacific near the tranquil fishing village of Miloliʻi, this beautifully crafted custom home offers a rare opportu...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 731950 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Jeffrey Samuels Realty

Listing courtesy of Jeffrey Samuels Realty.

88-1582 Ewalu Ave, CAPTAIN COOK image
88-1582 Ewalu Ave, CAPTAIN COOK $375,000

"Endless Ocean & Sunset Views year around!

  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 730582 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Coast Properties Ltd.

Listing courtesy of Coast Properties Ltd..

88-115 Kai Ave, CAPTAIN COOK image
88-115 Kai Ave, CAPTAIN COOK $775,000 ▼

Escape to 'Hale Romantik', a fully permitted oceanfront retreat located approx. 40 feet from the Pacific Ocean along the South Kona Coast. This turnkey furnished, two-bed...

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 731764 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Courtesy of LUVA LLC

Listing courtesy of LUVA LLC.

83-5756 Napoopoo Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
83-5756 Napoopoo Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $999,000 ▼

Here's that rare South Kona gem you've been waiting for... Tucked into the lush hillsides above iconic Kealakekua Bay, this warm and inviting home blends timeless islan...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 731674 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of eXp Realty

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

84-5084 Hawaii Belt Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
84-5084 Hawaii Belt Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $699,000

This is a leasehold property. The lease is a Kamehameha Schools/Bishop Estate Agricultural Productive Lease which is set to expire on 10/31/2051. Gracing this productive ...

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 731103 MLS
  • ['Leasehold'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Sue Brown Realty and Associates

Listing courtesy of Sue Brown Realty and Associates.

82-1091 Kinue Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
82-1091 Kinue Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $1,400,000

Opportunity isn't knocking - it is GROWING on this established coffee farm with dozens of other food producing plants!! A lovely 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home with 52'x24...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 730837 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Team Hawaii Realty

Listing courtesy of Team Hawaii Realty.

87-493 Kaohe Mauka Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
87-493 Kaohe Mauka Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $945,000 ▼

SELLERS WELCOMING ALL OFFERS! EVERY OFFER WILL BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION! Welcome Home! To live here is to experience the serenity of true Hawaii Living. This unique home ha...

  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 731349 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Kona

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Kona.

88-145 Kai Ave, CAPTAIN COOK image
88-145 Kai Ave, CAPTAIN COOK $685,000 ▼

Oceanfront Cottage By the Sea in Milolii! This adorable, move-in-ready home features soaring cathedral ceilings, open-beam joinery, and floor-to-ceiling windows that pe...

  • 1 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 731285 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Corcoran Pacific Properties

Listing courtesy of Corcoran Pacific Properties.

83-5711 Lower Napoopoo Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
83-5711 Lower Napoopoo Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $849,000 ▼

This is a leasehold property. Rare opportunity to acquire the former Hawaiian Host South Kona facility, a landmark property in the heart of the Kona Coffee Belt. Situated...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 731416 MLS
  • ['Leasehold'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of eXp Realty

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

83-5328 Painted Church Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
83-5328 Painted Church Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $1,399,000 ▼

Fee Simple home with Mauka and Makai views on coveted Painted Church Road. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully remodeled by the original owners for the past 35 years, th...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 731085 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Courtesy of Livingston Realty

Listing courtesy of Livingston Realty.

84-539 Telephone Exchange Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
84-539 Telephone Exchange Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $329,000 ▼

This is a leasehold property. This nearly 10 acre property offers the sustainable, off-grid lifestyle many dream of and now available for the first time on the market! Pe...

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 730721 MLS
  • ['Leasehold'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Hawaii Life

Listing courtesy of Hawaii Life.

88-2222 Milolii Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
88-2222 Milolii Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $840,000

This beautiful property consists of a custom-built main home, plus a completely separate private quest quarters. With stunning ocean and garden views from both homes, and...

  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 730286 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Coast Properties Ltd.

Listing courtesy of Coast Properties Ltd..

81-2026 Haku Nui Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
81-2026 Haku Nui Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $2,500,000

This magnificent 5.3-acre upcountry South Kona estate is a high-capacity agricultural compound featuring nearly 12,000 sq ft of total living space across 4 permitted buil...

  • 20 Beds
  • 15 Baths
  • 731200 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Nathalie Mullinix Realty Universal, Inc.

Listing courtesy of Nathalie Mullinix Realty Universal, Inc..

84-1164 Bruner Rd, CAPTAIN COOK image
84-1164 Bruner Rd, CAPTAIN COOK $895,000

Kona coffee farm overlooking the gorgeous coastline just minutes from post office and shopping center in idyllic Captain Cook. This 4 bedroom home sits on 2.78 acres of b...

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 730984 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Paradise Found Realty

Listing courtesy of Paradise Found Realty.

88-119 Kai Ave, CAPTAIN COOK image
88-119 Kai Ave, CAPTAIN COOK $1,089,000

Live the Hawaiʻi oceanfront lifestyle in the peaceful fishing village of Miloliʻi, where the Pacific Ocean becomes your backyard. Offered furnished and impeccably maintai...

  • 2 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 729434 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of Hawaii Life

Listing courtesy of Hawaii Life.

92-1177 Maikai Blvd, CAPTAIN COOK image
92-1177 Maikai Blvd, CAPTAIN COOK $649,000 ▼

Experience breathtaking views of South Point, with unforgettable sunsets from this spacious 5BD/2BA home on 3 acres in Ocean View Ranchos. Designed for island living, thi...

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 730315 MLS
  • ['Fee Simple'] Tenure
  • ACTIVE Status
Courtesy of eXp Realty

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

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