E KOMO MAI . . . means "Welcome" in Hawaii! This 2BR/1.5BA charmer is conveniently located across Kaumana Elementary on Kaumana Drive, and 12 minutes into downtown Hilo. Great for commuters to West Hawaii as the connection to Saddle Road is only minutes away. With approx. 1090sf, the floor plan makes it feel roomy. The entry way is covered and the perfect place to have outdoor seating for your morning coffee. Front door opens into the living room. Dining area towards the back also gives you access to the BONUS ROOM that the owners currently use as a Music Room. Spacious enough to fit their baby grand piano. This room is accessible from the back yard with French doors. The colorful paint on the walls emphasizes the owners' creative side. His abstracts paintings can be found throughout, but are excluded from the sale. The Main Bedroom is just off the kitchen, and located in the front part of the house. A full bathroom can be found here with a tub and shower enclosure. The second bedroom is tucked in behind the carport and is where the artist does his work. You can enjoy the great outdoors in the lanai, under cover and screened in. Enjoy your morning coffee here or your evening pau hanas! Great starter home and in a time when the housing market in Hilo is tight, you won't want to miss out on this one!