Find Property Records in Homer
Homer property records are maintained by two main sources: the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assessing Department for tax and value data, and the Alaska DNR recording system for deeds, liens, and other land instruments. Homer sits at the southern tip of the Kenai Peninsula and is one of the borough's larger communities. You can search recorded documents through the state portal and look up assessment and ownership information through the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assessing Department. This page covers both offices and how to use them.
Homer Overview
Kenai Peninsula Borough Assessing Department
Homer is inside the Kenai Peninsula Borough, and the borough's Assessing Department handles property valuation for all parcels in the area. The department discovers, lists, and values taxable property across the entire borough each year. Their records cover Homer properties along with all other communities in the borough. You can find assessment data through their online resources at kpb.us.
The Assessing Department is based in Soldotna, which serves as the borough seat. The address is 144 North Binkley Street, Soldotna, AK 99669. The phone number is (907) 714-2230. Even though this office is not in Homer, it handles all Homer property assessments. You can call or visit in person if you have questions about a specific parcel's value. The borough also handles property tax billing and collections through a related office. Information on that is at kpb.us/services/property-tax.
| Office | Kenai Peninsula Borough Assessing Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 144 North Binkley Street Soldotna, AK 99669 |
| Phone | (907) 714-2230 |
| Assessing Overview | kpb.us/assessing |
| Property Tax Info | kpb.us/property-tax |
City of Homer
The City of Homer operates its own municipal government under a council-manager form. The city office is at 491 East Pioneer Avenue, Homer, AK 99603. The main phone is (907) 235-8121. The city holds records related to local permits, zoning, and city-issued documents. For recorded property instruments like deeds and mortgages, you need the state DNR recording system rather than city hall.
If you are researching a Homer property for zoning compliance, a building permit history, or a code enforcement matter, the city office can help with those types of records. They do not hold the deed or lien records that are part of the official land record system. Those documents go through the state.
| Office | City of Homer |
|---|---|
| Address | 491 East Pioneer Avenue Homer, AK 99603 |
| Phone | (907) 235-8121 |
Homer Land Records - DNR System
Recorded property documents for Homer go through the Alaska DNR recorder system. You can search those records online at dnr.alaska.gov/landrecords. The system is free to use for basic searches. You can look up documents by party name, document type, recording date, or legal description. Results show the instrument type, parties involved, and the recording number.
Homer falls within the Kenai Recording District. When someone records a deed or lien for a Homer property, it goes to the DNR office that covers this district. You can check the district list at dnr.alaska.gov/ssd/recoff/distlist to confirm which office handles Homer documents. The DNR fee schedule for recording and certified copies is at dnr.alaska.gov/ssd/recoff/Fees.
Common documents found in Homer property records include:
- Warranty deeds and quitclaim deeds
- Deed of trust and mortgage instruments
- Liens including tax liens and mechanic's liens
- Easements and right-of-way agreements
- Plats and subdivision maps
- Release and discharge documents
- Foreclosure-related instruments
KPB Assessing Department Portal
The screenshot below is from the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assessing Department's website. This is the official source for assessment and ownership data for Homer parcels. The borough maintains this portal for public access.
Use this portal to look up parcel data, check assessed values, and find ownership information for Homer properties. The borough updates these records on a regular cycle tied to each assessment year.
Homer Property Tax Information
Homer sits within the Kenai Peninsula Borough, so property owners there pay borough-level property taxes. The median property tax in the Kenai Peninsula Borough is $1,501. The borough bills and collects taxes based on assessed values set by the Assessing Department. Details about tax rates, due dates, and payment options are at kpb.us/services/property-tax.
In addition to borough property taxes, the City of Homer levies a 3% local sales tax. The borough also has a 2% areawide sales tax. Property owners inside city limits pay both the borough property tax and deal with city-level tax rules on transactions. If you have questions about what you owe or whether an exemption applies, contact the KPB Assessing Department at (907) 714-2230.
Tax exemptions are available for qualifying property owners in Alaska. Senior citizens may qualify for a senior exemption on a portion of their assessed value. Veterans with certain disability ratings may also qualify. These programs reduce the taxable portion of the property value, which lowers the bill. Applications go through the Assessing Department office in Soldotna.
Alaska Property Records Law
Alaska property recording statutes require that instruments affecting real property be recorded to provide notice to third parties. When a deed is recorded, it protects the buyer's ownership claim against later competing claims. This is why recording matters in a real estate transaction. If you buy Homer property but don't record the deed, a later buyer who does record could have a stronger claim.
Public access to property records in Alaska is governed by Alaska Statutes Title 40, Chapter 17. This chapter sets out the rules for public records access and how agencies must respond to requests. Most recorded land documents are available to any member of the public. The DNR's online system provides free access to document images for the majority of recorded instruments.
Note: If you are buying or selling property in Homer, confirm the current recording fee schedule at dnr.alaska.gov/ssd/recoff/Fees before your closing date.
Kenai Peninsula Borough Property Records
Homer is one of many communities in the Kenai Peninsula Borough. All borough property records and assessments are managed centrally. For information covering the full borough area and all other communities, visit the borough records page.
Nearby Cities
These qualifying cities are also in the Kenai Peninsula area. Each one falls under the Kenai Peninsula Borough for property records purposes.