Orchid Nursery for Sale in the Pāhoa Agricultural Park, Hawaiʻi

A working orchid nursery on 5 acres at 15-1300 Auina St in the Pāhoa Agricultural Park is for sale at $250,000 leasehold, listed by Realtor Maile Woodhall. The land is leased from the State of Hawaiʻi, so the buyer takes over the farm lease and owns what is on the land. This post explains the property and how a State farm lease changes hands.

Key takeaways

• Price: $250,000, leasehold, MLS 729770.

• 5 acres, Lot 24, Pāhoa Agricultural Park Phase II, in Puna on Hawaiʻi Island.

• State General Lease S-4830 runs to February 2052.

• A new lessee must be approved by the State Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity.

• Buyers need Hawaiʻi residency and farming experience to qualify.

The property

The listing is an established orchid nursery on 5 acres in the Pāhoa Agricultural Park, a State agricultural park in Puna. Photos and full details are on the property website.

How the lease works

The land is leased from the State of Hawaiʻi under General Lease S-4830, a 45 year lease that began in 2007 and ends in February 2052. The lease allows diversified agriculture or aquaculture. Rent is set by the lease and reopens to fair market value at set points in the term. Ask for the current rent before you make an offer.

Who can take over the lease

The Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity sets the rules for who can hold an agricultural park lease. In general, a new lessee must:

• Be a US citizen or a non-citizen with eligible status.

• Have lived in Hawaiʻi for at least the last 3 years.

• Be a bona fide farmer, with 2 years of full time or 4 years of part time farming experience.

Confirm the current rules with the Department before you apply. These are State rules, not the seller's.

How a transfer is approved

1. The buyer and seller agree on terms.

2. The buyer applies to the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity.

3. Department staff review eligibility.

4. The Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity votes on the transfer.

5. The lease assignment is recorded.

The Board can review the sale price. Allow time for the Board's schedule when you plan a closing date.

Common questions

Can I buy the land under the Pāhoa orchid nursery?

No. The land is owned by the State of Hawaiʻi. The buyer takes over the State farm lease and owns the improvements on it.

Who qualifies to buy an agricultural park lease in Hawaiʻi?

The State generally requires 3 years of Hawaiʻi residency and farming experience. The Board of Agriculture and Biosecurity approves each transfer.

How long is the lease on 15-1300 Auina St?

General Lease S-4830 runs to February 2052.

Sources: Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture, agricultural parks; U.S. Geological Survey, Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, lava flow hazard zones.

About the author: Maile Woodhall (pronounced Miley) is a licensed Hawaiʻi REALTOR (RS-88019) with The Agency Team Hawaii, eXp Realty (RB-21841), born and raised in Kona. Questions? Call or text (808) 482-5800.

Related guides: Hawaiʻi farm and ranch real estate; What is the difference between leasehold and fee simple property in Kona?; Hawaiʻi Land Zoning Explained; Catchment vs County Water.

Last updated: October 2026.