Honolulu Enhanced Senior Home Exemption

City & County of Honolulu Real Property Assessment Division

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Honolulu Enhanced Senior Home Exemption is available to homeowners in Honolulu, HI.

In Honolulu, homeowners who qualify for the basic home exemption receive an automatically increasing exemption as they age. Homeowners must be at least 65 years old on or before June 30 of the preceding tax year. The exemption amount increases in brackets (65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+) without requiring a new application once the initial home exemption is established.

Exact amounts for each age bracket are set by the City Council and increase periodically. The age-based enhancement is applied automatically once the base home exemption is on file.

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

In Honolulu, HI, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Automatically increasing home exemption for homeowners 65+
  • No income limit, age-based enhancement to standard home exemption
  • Exemption increases at 65, 70, 75, and 80 age brackets
  • No new application needed once base home exemption is established
  • Contact RPAD: 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 on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: September 30 annually (or auto-applied when age threshold is reached)

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for Honolulu Enhanced Senior Home Exemption in Honolulu?

Honolulu Enhanced Senior Home Exemption is open to homeowners in Honolulu, HI. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for Honolulu Enhanced Senior Home Exemption in Honolulu, HI?

Apply directly with City & County of Honolulu Real Property Assessment Division using the official program link on this page or call 808-768-3799. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: September 30 annually (or auto-applied when age threshold is reached).

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