Real Estate Law in Hawaii

Hawaii ( HI)

Average: $2,000

Last Updated: Mar 2026

Low Estimate

$800

Simple / Uncontested Cases

Average Cost

                        $2,000                    
Typical
                        Real Estate Law Case
                    

High Estimate

$5,000

Complex / Contested Cases

Cost Component	Low	Average	High
Attorney Hourly Rate	$225/hr	$300/hr	$475/hr
Total Cost Estimate	$800	$2,000	$5,000

What to Know About Real Estate Law Costs in Hawaii

Hawaii requires attorney involvement for real estate closings. Fees $800-$2,000. Hawaii has a conveyance tax with graduated rates from $0.10 to $1.25 per $100 based on property value. Property taxes average 0.28% — the lowest in the nation. Hawaii has specific leasehold vs. fee simple property considerations. Many properties are on leasehold land creating unique valuation issues.

Sources: State REALTORS Association, Bankrate Closing Cost Study 2024 (HI)