Detroit HOPE Property Tax Exemption

About This Program

HOPE (Homeowners Property Exemption) eliminates 10–100% of current-year property taxes for Detroit homeowners based on income. Eliminating your tax bill frees up hundreds or thousands of dollars annually for home repairs. Also the gateway to the PAYS program and Detroit Tax Relief Fund. Apply by Nov 6 each year. Call 313-244-0274 for help applying.

Income-based — 100% exemption for lowest incomes

Key Details

• Eliminates 10–100% of annual property taxes
• Income-based — lowest incomes get 100% exemption
• Gateway to PAYS and Detroit Tax Relief Fund
• Annual deadline November 6 — must reapply every year
• Call 313-244-0274 for free application help

How to Apply

Deadline: Annual deadline: November 6, 2026 (4:30 PM) — must reapply each year