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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for July 2026. *
* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Black Sands real estate market. *
Mar 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Mar 2026 - May 2026).
Price trends in Black Sands have shifted notably in this rolling three-month view, with the typical home value down sharply year over year even as asking prices have moved higher. The median sale price is down more than 80% from a year ago, while the median list price is up more than 50%, pointing to a wide gap between what sellers are asking and what buyers are ultimately paying. At the same time, the average sale-to-list ratio has fallen to about 80%, reinforcing that homes are generally closing well below list price.
Listing and contract activity has picked up compared with a year ago. Active listings are up nearly 40% year over year, and new listings have jumped more than threefold. Pending sales have also surged, rising more than 200% from last year, even though the number of homes sold in this period remains very low.
Homes are taking much longer to sell, with the median days on market climbing to about 209 days and increasing dramatically from a year ago. Months of supply has expanded to roughly 25, far above typical levels, yet the area is still classified as a seller’s market on the local market gauge. With this mix of rising inventory, slower sales pace, and large gaps between list and sale prices, both buyers and sellers can benefit from an experienced local agent, and Agent Pronto can connect them with the right one.
Black Sands offers residents a welcoming, close-knit community with accessible amenities, engaging local life, and abundant outdoor opportunities that support everyday well-being.
Black Sands tends to attract buyers who value affordability, privacy, and a close connection to nature. Many residents are drawn by larger lots, off-grid or semi off-grid living, and the chance to customize a property more than in nearby communities like Pāhoa. It is a fit for those comfortable with rural infrastructure, unpaved roads, and a slower pace, rather than shoppers seeking turnkey suburban conveniences.
Housing options range from modest cabins and starter homes to more substantial custom builds, often designed for rainwater catchment and solar power. Investors sometimes look at Black Sands for long term land holds or gradual build projects, while some sellers are longtime owners ready to trade acreage for easier upkeep in areas like Hilo or Keaau. Proximity to Isaac Hale Beach Park and the rugged Puna coastline appeals to residents who enjoy fishing, tidepools, and coastal drives.
Day to day needs are often met in nearby Puna District communities, with groceries, cafés, and services concentrated around Pahoa High & Intermediate School and the town center. Local families also rely on county information from the Hawaiʻi County site and updates on recreation areas such as MacKenzie State Recreation Area.
Because conditions can vary block by block, from lava zones to road associations and utility access, it is crucial to work with a real estate agent who understands neighborhood level details. Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers in Black Sands with professionals who know this unique market well.
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“Jenny was great to work with. She is super knowledgeable about real estate and helped us along the way. She was very straight forward and honest which made us instantly trust her. Her communication was outstanding! She let us know if she wasn't going to be available, (which was almost never!) and was so quick to text us back. I would definitely recommend Jenny to anyone I know. She was so great we named a chicken after her in our new home!”
“Lynn was great very helpful and professional. Would diffently use her again”
“Brooke was amazing!! She truly went above and beyond to help me find a house to call home. I truly could not be more thankful I got to work with her!!!”
“He might just be the best agent that I have ever worked with. I will likley be partnering with him again in the future. I strongly recommend Mohammad BUT only if you want an agent who looks out for your best interest and is excellent at communcating with you thoughout the process.”
“Sheri makes to process very clear and straight forward. She has a way of explaining current economic conditions to assist in decisions I needed to make. Sheri is patient and understanding of the stresses I experienced that greatly helped me through this process. Thank you Sheri.”
“Working with Amanda was great.”
“a excelent realtor. very profecional”
“Kristine was absolutely wonderful to work with! She communicated with us every step of the way, was always responsive, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. She works efficiently, gets things done quickly, and truly goes above and beyond for her clients. I highly recommend Kristine to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, professional, and dependable real estate agent!”
“This entire process was stress-free and joyful. That was largely, if not completely, due to Lisa being so amazing and so accessible every step of the way. She was incredibly knowledgeable, she gave us valued opinions on homes, and she just made it so fun to go through the whole process. It truly took all the stress out of finding a home and going through the entire process of buying a home.”
“Great knowledge of area , quickly responds to questions, and very professional”
“I could have sold the property on my own but it would have taken longer, I would have lost money, and had a nervous breakdown. Katerina righted the ship and brought smooth sailing to sale of my home. Her marketing photos and videos were next level amazing.”
“The only area of this survey I did not say Kristin was excellent was in the pricing of my house. When she did her estimate, the local market was higher. During the sale of the property, prices in my area fell causing the estimate of the house sale to be lower than the price asked. This was not Kristen's fault. She was accurate in her initial assessment. It's just the luck of the draw that the market decreased. I liked working with her. She was knowlegible and aware of my concerns. She always called me back in a timely manner and kept me aware of changes, concerns, and buyer interest. I would gladly recommend her to other clients and I would surely use her services again.”
“Marissa Alcantara isn't just a fantastic real estate agent, she is a blessing in disguise! From the moment we started working with her, she felt like family. The San Diego market is really tough right now, but she really understood what we were looking for and put her whole heart into helping us find it. I couldn't think of anyone more patient with our many, many questions along the way (we had so many) always taking the time to make sure we understood what we were dealing with. Thanks to her, we managed to lock down our forever home!! We are so so grateful to have had her in our corner through this whole crazy process. Can't recommend her enough!!”
“I did a big move from a different state, totally different process pace and Kerry guide me, supported me and held my hand to make it seamless; without her help I don’t know how I would navigate until happily receive my property keys. Working with Kerry is not like any realtor is like a friend that sees what you can’t due the overwhelming process. I highly recommend her”
“Gillian with the Cook team was a spectacular agent. My wife and I could not have asked for a more straight forward and fierce agent to give help us land out home. We truly had the dream team and we're glad we chose to call our good friend Jonathan!”
“Peggy was amazing very friendly knowledgeable straight foward overall just great and helped us sell the house immediately”
“My partner and I had an amazing experience working with Nicole as our realtor from start to finish. What we valued the was most her knowledge, professionalism, and (most importantly) her incredibly responsiveness throughout the entire process. No matter how many questions we had (because we did have a lot), she always took the time to explain everything clearly and made us feel supported every step of the way. During the process we faced multiple difficult and emotional challenges, but not Nicole. She was calm and grounded, and faced adversity head on, she remained calm and understanding of how we were feeling with the situation and already had a game plan to move forward!! So thank you SOO much Nicole! We love our new home and love that we got to work with you in the process. We loved her and will definitely be going to her for any future purchases!!”
“Jen was great to work with. Super easy to communicate with as we navigated the sale process.”
“Amazing time working with Katerina, Century 21 does real estate the right way!”
“Morris & co. We're great in helping find a home with the things that mattered to me. They made sure to answer all my questions clearly, and directed me to others in my homebuying team if they did not have an answer for me. All scheduling and documentation was clearly communicated in a timely fashion, and they made sure I knew what to expect and look for. I was never left wondering, or scrambling to meet any deadline. I couldn't have asked for a better first homebuying experience”
There are more than 2 million real estate agents across the U.S., and you want to be sure the one you partner with is an experienced and trustworthy professional with strong local expertise covering the housing market in and around Black Sands. Working with a proven agent will help you sell your home faster and for more money, and help you find your dream home at the best possible price.
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