--- canonical: https://www.top10reagents.com/hi/hilo --- # Top Real Estate Agents in Hilo, Hawaii > Find top real estate agents in Hilo, Hawaii. Median home price: $430K. Connect with the best local agents today. **Agents Ranked:** 10 | **State:** Hawaii --- ## Top 10 Agents ### #1 Howard Meguro - **Brokerage:** Coldwell Banker Island Properties-HIlo - **Total Sales:** 1767 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 17 - **Listings:** 26 ### #2 Iokua Real Estate - **Brokerage:** Iokua Real Estate - **Total Sales:** 1813 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** N/A - **Listings:** 36 ### #3 Nate Gaddis - **Brokerage:** Compass - **Total Sales:** 412 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 13 - **Listings:** 10 ### #4 Ellen DesJardins - **Brokerage:** Compass - **Total Sales:** 240 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 12 - **Listings:** 1 ### #5 Henry "Hank" Correa - **Brokerage:** Hank Correa Realty, LLC - **Total Sales:** 1434 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** N/A - **Listings:** 11 ### #6 Sophia Yunis - **Brokerage:** Coldwell Banker Island Properties - Hilo - **Total Sales:** 450 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 22 - **Listings:** 9 ### #7 Justice Pang - **Brokerage:** The Agency - EXP - **Total Sales:** 348 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 7 - **Listings:** 30 ### #8 Sunita Przewlocki - **Brokerage:** Salt Water Real Estate - **Total Sales:** 269 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 12 - **Listings:** 8 ### #9 Hawaii Life Oahu - **Brokerage:** Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers - **Total Sales:** 3943 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 25 - **Listings:** 35 ### #10 David Skeele - **Brokerage:** Compass - **Total Sales:** 335 - **Avg Rating:** 5 - **Years Experience:** 46 - **Listings:** 1 --- ## Frequently Asked Questions — Hilo Real Estate ### What is the average home price in Hilo, Hawaii? The median home price in Hilo is $430,000. Prices vary by neighborhood and property type — a local real estate agent can give you a current comparative market analysis for the specific area and home size you're targeting. ### How long does it take to sell a home in Hilo? Homes in Hilo spend an average of 46 days on the market. Well-priced, well-presented homes in desirable neighborhoods often sell faster, while properties that need work or are priced above market may take longer. ### How do I find the best real estate agent in Hilo, Hawaii? Look for agents with documented sales history, strong local reviews, and direct experience in Hilo's neighborhoods. Top10REAgents ranks the highest-performing agents in Hilo based on documented sales volume, client ratings, and market expertise — all agents listed here meet a minimum 4.5-star rating threshold. ### Do I need a buyer's agent to purchase a home in Hilo? In Hawaii, buyers are not legally required to use an agent, but working with one is strongly recommended. A local buyer's agent in Hilo will have access to off-market listings, negotiate on your behalf, and guide you through inspection, financing, and closing — at no direct cost to you (seller typically covers commissions). ### How much does a real estate agent cost in Hilo? In Hawaii, total agent commission is typically 4–6% of the sale price, split between the buyer's and seller's agents. Since the NAR settlement in 2024, commission structures have become more flexible — ask any listed agent for a clear breakdown of their fees before signing. ### What questions should I ask a real estate agent in Hilo? Ask about their recent sales in Hilo specifically, how many transactions they've closed in the last 12 months, how they'll market your home (or source listings for buyers), their communication style, and whether they work solo or with a team. A strong local agent will have direct answers for all of these. ### What makes Hilo real estate different from other Hawaii markets? Hilo on the Big Island offers Hawaii's most affordable entry point into homeownership, with a median price around ,000 — roughly half of what equivalent homes cost on Oahu. The trade-off is a wetter climate and a more locally-driven economy centered on agriculture, education, and government rather than tourism. ### What neighborhoods in Hilo are most popular with buyers? Keaukaha, a coastal neighborhood with beach access and Hawaiian Homelands lots, is highly desirable but has limited inventory. Puainako and the East Hilo corridor offer newer subdivisions convenient to Hilo shopping and Hilo Medical Center, appealing to families and healthcare workers. ### How does the University of Hawaii at Hilo affect the local housing market? UH Hilo creates steady rental demand from students and faculty in the downtown and Waiakea areas, making small multifamily and single-family rental properties near campus attractive for investors. Faculty relocation is a consistent source of buyers, often seeking properties within cycling distance of campus. ### Are there lava zone risks buyers should understand in the Hilo area? Yes — the Big Island is divided into nine lava hazard zones, and properties in Lava Zone 1 and 2 (primarily Puna district south of Hilo) face elevated risk and may be uninsurable or carry very high insurance premiums. Hilo proper sits largely in Zones 3-4, which are considered lower risk but buyers should always verify zone status before purchase. ### What is driving home price appreciation in Hilo? Remote workers from the mainland, particularly from high-cost California tech hubs, have discovered Hilo as an affordable Hawaii option and have been a significant demand driver since 2020. The relatively limited new construction supply on the island constrains inventory and keeps upward pressure on prices. --- *Source: https://www.top10reagents.com/hi/hilo*