There is no better time to be on the lookout for real estate bargains, especially for land in some of the most desriable locations like Hawaii. Many people have purchased homes for retirement or for a vacation destination in our fiftieth state. Hawaii’s Big Island provides a tremendous variety of climate zones, from arid to tropical and even mountaintop because it is so large. Here’s a source for a discussion comparing differences in climate, water temperature and other factors between Hawaii and California.

You will find the quaint town of Hilo on the east side of the Big Island. There is a reason that this area feels so tropical; it rains nearly every day. The county of Hawaii has its primary government offices in Hilo. If you love tropical weather and don’t mind the wet weather, consider Big Island real estate in Hilo.

One of the other districts on Hawaii Island is Kona, on the dry side of the slopes. The incoming rain clouds lose much of their energy and water as they pass over the inactive volcanoes that separate Kona from Hilo. Consequently the Kona side is much drier. The sunnier climate tends to draw people, especially vacationers, to the dry side of the island, although Hilo has a substantial permanent population of residents.

With Kona coffee orchards common at higher levels and a large percentage of parcels offering amazing ocean views, you can find hundreds of Hawaii land options in this slow economy. Prices are way down from their maximum levels in 2006 and you can find some amazing discounts on beautiful estate homes. If you spend any time on the Big Island you will notice a more relaxed atmosphere than you’ll find on Maui or Oahu. If you are thinking about buying land for a retirement or vacation home, take a look at Kona and the Big Island.

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