Honolulu Home Exemption (Property Tax)
City & County of Honolulu Real Property Assessment Division
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Honolulu Home Exemption (Property Tax) in its Honolulu, HI research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Honolulu's Home Exemption reduces the assessed value of an owner-occupied primary residence by $120,000 for homeowners under age 65, with the exemption automatically increasing as the homeowner ages (up to $140,000 starting tax year 2027). This reduces property taxes for resident homeowners. File by September 30 to receive the exemption for the next tax year.
Honolulu residential tax rate approximately $3.50 per $1,000 assessed value. A $120,000 exemption saves approximately $420/year. Exemption amount increases automatically with age.
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
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- Hawaii Energy Residential Rebate Program Up to $700 per heat pump water heater; rebates for A/C, appliances, and solar water heating
- Hawaii Home Electrification & Appliance Rebates (HEAR), eHale Program Up to $14,000 for moderate-income; 100% rebate for low-income households
Key Details
- Reduces assessed value by $120,000 for owner-occupants under 65
- Exemption amount automatically increases as you age (to $140,000 by 2027)
- No income requirement, available to all qualifying resident homeowners
- File by September 30 for the following July 1 tax year
- Contact Real Property Assessment Division: 808-768-3799
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: September 30 annually for following tax year (July 1-June 30)
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Honolulu Home Exemption (Property Tax) in Honolulu, HI?
The Grant Map record states: $120,000 assessed value exemption (under 65); increases with age. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Honolulu Home Exemption (Property Tax) in Honolulu?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It carries a senior-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Honolulu Home Exemption (Property Tax) in Honolulu, HI?
Confirm the application route directly with City & County of Honolulu Real Property Assessment Division; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 808-768-3799. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: September 30 annually for following tax year (July 1-June 30).
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