Maui County Property Records
Maui County property records cover parcels across the islands of Maui, Molokai, and Lanai, and searching them gives you access to ownership history, assessed values, tax classifications, exemptions, and recorded documents going back decades. The Real Property Assessment Division maintains the county's parcel database and keeps it updated through annual assessments, and most of that data is available online through the county's public search portals at no cost.
Maui County Overview
Maui County Property Records Search
The main search tool for Maui County property records is the qPublic parcel search portal, hosted by Schneider Corp on behalf of the county. You can search by owner name, location address, or parcel number. When searching by owner name, enter the last name first, followed by a comma and first name, like "SMITH,JOHN." Address searches work with partial entries, so something like "1299 Main" will pull up results without needing the full address string.
The county also maintains a separate public documents search portal where you can look up recorded instruments using a Tax Map Key number. This portal supports wildcard searches using an asterisk, which is helpful when you know part of a TMK but not the full number. For example, searching "2*34" returns results matching that pattern. The parcel search and the documents portal serve different purposes; use qPublic for assessment and ownership data, and the documents portal when you need to retrieve recorded deeds or instruments tied to a specific parcel.
The county's Real Property Tax website has several additional tools beyond the basic parcel search. The Parcel Viewer shows parcels on a map, and the Comparable Sales tool lets you look at recent sales near any given property. There's also an Amenity Finder, a Sea Level Rise viewer that overlays coastal risk data, and an Appeal Status Tracker so you can monitor where a pending appeal stands. 2026 assessment notices were mailed March 13, 2026.
Note: Owner name searches require last name first with a comma separator, for example "JONES,MARY" not "MARY JONES."
Real Property Assessment Division
The Real Property Assessment Division (RPA) is the office that handles discovery, listing, and valuation of all real property in the county for tax purposes. It also manages the Tax Map Key system and the county's GIS parcel layer. The division assists the Real Property Board of Review in processing assessment appeals when owners contest their valuations.
The main office is located at 70 E. Kaahumanu Avenue, Suite A-16, in Kahului. Different functions are handled by different phone lines, so it helps to know which number to call. For questions about exemptions, mailing address changes, or land classifications, call the Clerical line at (808) 270-7871. Compliance matters, including agricultural use and dedication questions, go to (808) 270-7295. If you need help with Tax Maps, ownership records, new TMK assignments, or map orders, call (808) 270-7226. For property value questions and appraisal issues, the Appraisal line is (808) 270-7798, and you can also email RPA@co.maui.hi.us. Tax bills and the Circuit Breaker program are handled at (808) 270-7697.
For tax and fee collection questions specifically, the collection office can also be reached by email at Maui.rptc@co.maui.hi.us. Online payments are available through the county portal, and phone payments can be made by calling 1-833-312-0151.
The Real Property Assessment Division's official page provides access to assessment notices, current year data, and updates on any property tax changes. The screenshot below shows the division's official web presence, which is the starting point for most county property research.
After reviewing the division's main page, most owners move directly to the qPublic portal for parcel-level detail or to the forms page to apply for an exemption.
Note: The RPA office is in Kahului at 70 E. Kaahumanu Avenue, Suite A-16, and serves all islands within Maui County.
Searching Parcel and Tax Data
The qPublic portal is the most direct way to get assessment data on any parcel in the county. It shows the current owner of record, the assessed value, the tax classification, any exemptions granted, and the property's TMK number. The data reflects the current assessment year, and the portal is updated after each annual cycle.
The image below links to the Maui County real property assessment search portal, which is the primary tool for parcel-level research across all county islands.
The parcel search results include the property classification, which tells you how the county is taxing that parcel. Classifications range from Owner-Occupied to Commercial, Industrial, Agricultural, Conservation, and several categories for short-term and long-term rentals. Each classification carries a different tax rate, so knowing a property's classification is useful when researching current tax obligations.
For tax bill and payment information specifically, the county's tax records and fee collection page provides billing details, payment options, and information on delinquent accounts. The screenshot below shows the county's tax records interface.
Tax bills reflect the assessed value minus any exemptions, multiplied by the applicable rate for that property's classification.
Note: Delinquent tax accounts and tax liens for sale are listed at mauicounty.gov; properties delinquent for at least three years may be subject to public tax sale.
Maui County Property Classifications and Tax Rates
Maui County uses a tiered tax rate system for owner-occupied residential properties and flat rates for other classifications. For the 2024-2025 tax year, owner-occupied properties in Tier 1 (assessed value up to $1 million) carry a rate of $1.90 per $1,000 of assessed value. Tier 2 covers values between $1 million and $3 million at $2.00 per $1,000, and Tier 3 applies above $3 million at $2.75 per $1,000. Short-term rental properties (TVR-STRH classification) are taxed at $11.85 per $1,000, which is significantly higher than the owner-occupied rate.
Other classifications include Long-Term Rental, Hotel and Resort, Time Share, Commercialized Residential, Apartment, Commercial, Industrial, Agricultural, and Conservation. Each has its own rate set by the County Council during the annual budget process. Non-owner-occupied residential properties also have tiered rates that differ from the owner-occupied tiers. If you're researching a specific parcel, the qPublic portal will show both the classification and the current assessed value so you can estimate the annual tax bill.
Note: Tax rates are set by ordinance each fiscal year and may change; always confirm current rates through the county's official tax portal.
Maui County Exemptions and Tax Relief
The county offers several exemption programs that can significantly reduce the taxable assessed value of a property. The most common is the Home Exemption, which removes $200,000 from the taxable assessed value for an owner-occupied principal residence. To qualify, the owner must file Hawaii state income taxes using Form N-11 for at least two consecutive years, and ownership must be recorded at the Bureau of Conveyances by December 31 of the prior year. Properties held in corporations, LLCs, or partnerships do not qualify. Only individuals and trusts are eligible.
The Long-Term Rental Exemption offers up to $200,000 in exemption for residential properties rented under a signed lease of 12 consecutive months or longer. An owner can claim both the Home Exemption on a primary residence and a Long-Term Rental Exemption on a separate rental parcel, though each rental property must be on its own lot. Additional rental properties beyond the first may qualify for up to $100,000 per property. All property taxes must be current to claim this exemption.
Other programs include exemptions for disabled veterans, blind or disabled individuals, Hansen's Disease patients, child care facilities, taro farming operations, remnant parcels, charitable organizations, and public utilities. The 'Aina Kupuna Dedication program allows qualifying agricultural lands to be taxed at 50% of fair market value under a 20-year dedication, but applicants must provide income documentation from agricultural use for the past five years.
The county's tax relief programs page describes all available programs, eligibility requirements, and application procedures. The screenshot below shows the tax relief portal where applications and program details are accessible.
The Circuit Breaker Tax Credit is another relief option for qualifying low-income property owners. Eligibility and benefit amounts vary by household income and assessed value. Applications for exemptions and dedications must be filed by December 31, and there are no exceptions for late filings.
Note: Home exemptions already on file do not need to be refiled each year unless ownership or occupancy status changes.
Public Documents and Recorded Instruments
For recorded property documents, the county's public document search lets you retrieve instruments associated with a specific Tax Map Key. The portal accepts wildcard entries using an asterisk, which is helpful when searching a partial TMK. For example, entering "234*" pulls up all parcels whose TMK starts with 234, and "*234" returns those ending in 234.
The Maui County public documents search is where you can look up deeds, leases, liens, and other recorded instruments by parcel number. The image below shows what the portal interface looks like.
For statewide recorded documents, including deeds recorded at the state level, the Bureau of Conveyances maintains a statewide recording system. The BOC's RecordEASE database at bocdataext.hi.wcicloud.com provides access to recorded instruments across all Hawaii counties. Any deed or lien that has been recorded at the BOC is searchable there by grantor, grantee, or document number.
Note: The county's public documents portal searches by TMK; for grantor or grantee name searches on recorded instruments, use the statewide Bureau of Conveyances system.
RPA Forms and Appeals
The RPA maintains a forms library where you can download applications for exemptions, dedications, and classification changes. These include the Home Exemption application, Long-Term Rental Exemption form, agricultural dedication requests, and forms for charitable and special-use exemptions. Completed forms can be filed at the Kahului office or emailed to RPA@co.maui.hi.us.
The RPA Forms and Instructions page lists all current forms with instructions for each. The screenshot below shows the forms library as it appears on the county's official website.
Assessment appeals must be filed by April 9 each year for the current assessment year. The assessment notice mailed to property owners includes the taxable value, allowed exemptions, and property classification. Owners who disagree with any of these can file an appeal with the Board of Review. The appeal status can be tracked through the Real Property Tax website using the Appeal Status Tracking tool. If an appeal is filed, the Board of Review schedules a hearing and issues a decision. Further appeal beyond the Board of Review goes to the Tax Appeal Court.
Note: The December 31 deadline for exemption and dedication filings is absolute; the county does not accept late applications under any circumstances.
Wildfire Relief and Special Programs
Following the 2023 Lahaina wildfires, the county enacted Ordinance 5727, which provides property tax relief for parcels that were completely destroyed or located within the Lahaina red or yellow re-entry zones as of January 1, 2024. Those properties are exempt from real property taxes for the fiscal year running July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. Owners who received a 2023 wildfire long-term rental exemption and extended their lease by six months or more may also qualify for the 2025 long-term rental exemption of up to $200,000, but applications needed to be filed by December 31, 2025.
The wildfire remission viewer on the Real Property Tax website shows which parcels qualified under the ordinance. This tool is useful for buyers doing due diligence on parcels in the Lahaina area, since the tax status of a property may differ from neighboring parcels depending on re-entry zone classification.
Note: Wildfire relief eligibility is based on parcel location and re-entry zone classification as of specific dates; verify current status through the county's remission viewer at qpublic.net/hi/maui.
Court Records for Maui County
Property-related court filings for Maui County, including foreclosure actions, partition suits, quiet title cases, and probate proceedings that affect real property, are handled by the Second Circuit Court. The Second Circuit covers Maui, Molokai, and Lanai. Court records can be searched through the Hawaii Judiciary's eCourt Kokua system at courts.state.hi.us, which provides public access to case information for civil, probate, and land court matters. Land court cases involving title and ownership disputes go through the Land Court Division, which operates statewide through the judiciary's system.
Note: eCourt Kokua provides case status and party information for most civil filings, but not all documents are available online; contact the Second Circuit Court clerk for copies of specific instruments.
Cities in Maui County
The following cities in Maui County have dedicated property records pages with local courthouse information and search resources.
Other Hawaii Counties
Property records in Hawaii's other counties are handled through separate county assessment divisions. Each county maintains its own parcel database and search portal.