Texas Property Tax • 2026 Official-Source Guide
Texas Homestead Exemption: Rules, $140,000 School Exemption & Real Tax Savings
A Texas residence homestead exemption does more than reduce a home’s taxable value. A qualifying homeowner can receive the $140,000 mandatory school-district exemption, may qualify for additional city, county or special-district exemptions, and can gain the separate 10% annual limitation on increases in appraised homestead value.
The important part many guides miss: you do not apply with the Texas Comptroller or county tax collector. You file the residence homestead application with the appraisal district for the county where the property is located. This guide explains eligibility, current exemption amounts, Form 50-114, late filing, mid-year purchases, age-65 and disability rules, veterans, heir property, manufactured homes, tax ceilings, the appraisal cap and how to estimate your actual savings.
The short version
What Is the Texas Homestead Exemption in 2026?
A qualifying Texas homeowner receives a $140,000 exemption from the home’s appraised value for school-district taxation. For example, a qualifying home with a $300,000 appraised value would generally have a $160,000 taxable value for the mandatory school-district exemption calculation before considering other applicable exemptions.
Texas does not impose a statewide property tax. Property taxes are imposed and administered locally by school districts, counties, cities and other taxing units. That means there is no single statewide property-tax rate and no single dollar savings amount that applies to every Texas homeowner.
A homestead exemption removes part—or in special cases all—of a qualifying property’s value from taxation. The actual reduction in your tax bill depends on the exemptions offered by each taxing unit and that unit’s property-tax rate.
2026 amounts
Texas Homestead Exemption Amounts
The November 2025 constitutional amendments materially changed the statewide numbers. Older articles still quoting a $100,000 school homestead exemption or a $10,000 age-65/disabled exemption are outdated.
| Exemption | Applies To | 2026 Amount | Mandatory? |
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| General residence homestead | School districts | $140,000 | Yes |
| General local-option homestead | City, county, school or special district | Up to 20% of appraised value; exemption cannot be less than $5,000 | No |
| Farm-to-market / flood-control county exemption | County tax for those purposes, if imposed | $3,000 | When applicable |
| Age 65 or older | School districts | Additional $60,000 | Yes |
| Disabled person | School districts | Additional $60,000 | Yes |
| 65+ / disabled local option | Cities, counties, schools or special districts | Locally adopted amount of at least $3,000 | No |
| 100% disabled veteran / individual unemployability | Qualifying residence homestead | 100% of appraised value | Yes if statutory requirements are met |
Local-option exemptions are adopted locally. Two homes with identical values can therefore have different taxable values even though both owners receive the statewide $140,000 school exemption.
Visual example
How the $140,000 Texas School Homestead Exemption Works
This example uses a $300,000 appraised residence and only the mandatory statewide school homestead exemption. It does not assume a particular school tax rate or optional local exemption.
Qualification test
Who Qualifies for the Texas Homestead Exemption?
For the general residence homestead exemption, the core requirements are straightforward but important.
You do not always need to be the only owner. Partial ownership, certain trusts, life estates and qualifying heir-property interests can satisfy Texas rules.
The exemption is for your residence homestead—not a rental home, vacation property or second residence you do not use as your principal home.
Form 50-114 requires the applicant to confirm that another residence homestead exemption is not being claimed in or outside Texas.
The application goes to the appraisal district in the county where the property is located.
A second home, investment property or rental does not qualify merely because it is residential. The Texas residence homestead exemption is tied to the owner’s principal residence.
A common Texas mistake
Where Do You File a Texas Homestead Exemption?
Your County Appraisal District
Not the Texas Comptroller.
Not the county clerk.
Not the tax assessor-collector unless that office happens to provide a local link to the appraisal district.
Exemptions & Appraised Value
- Homestead applications
- Property appraisal
- Exemption eligibility
- Ownership records
- Protests
Tax Bills & Payments
- Tax bills
- Payment options
- Tax receipts
- Tax certificates
- Collection questions
Recorded Documents
- Deeds
- Recorded ownership documents
- Transfer-on-death deeds
- Other official-record filings
Statewide Guidance
- Official forms
- Property-tax publications
- County directory
- Tax Code guidance
Application walkthrough
How to Apply for a Texas Homestead Exemption
The statewide application is Texas Comptroller Form 50-114, Application for Residence Homestead Exemption. The current version is marked Rev. 02-26/39.
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Find the appraisal district for your county
Use the Texas Comptroller’s county directory so you do not accidentally submit sensitive identification to an unofficial website.
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Locate your property account
Your appraisal-district account number is useful but Form 50-114 marks it “if known.” Search the local appraisal district by owner name, address or account number where supported.
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Download the current Form 50-114
Use the Comptroller’s current form rather than an old PDF saved from a prior year.
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Select every exemption that applies
The form includes the general homestead exemption plus qualifying age-65, disability, veteran and surviving-spouse provisions.
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Enter owner information
Provide the requested applicant information, ownership interest and required identification details.
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Enter the property information
The form asks when you acquired the property and when you began occupying it as your principal residence.
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Attach required supporting documents
The exact documentation can vary according to ordinary ownership, heir property, manufactured home, disability, veteran status or another special situation.
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Submit it to the appraisal district
Follow the local appraisal district’s current online, mail or in-person submission method.
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Respond if the chief appraiser requests more information
Texas Comptroller guidance states that a property owner generally has 30 days from the postmark date to respond to a written request for additional information.
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Verify the exemption on the property account
Do not assume silence means approval. Texas guidance states that written notice is required when an exemption is denied or modified, but not necessarily when it is approved.
Avoid an incomplete application
What Information Does Texas Form 50-114 Ask For?
Appraisal District
- County name
- Property account number if known
- Tax year being requested
- Whether it is a late application
Applicant
- Owner name
- Date of birth
- Required identification information
- Phone/email
- Percentage ownership interest
Residence
- Physical property address
- Acquisition date
- Date principal occupancy began
- Legal description if known
Previous Residence
- Prior homestead address if applicable
- Previous county
- Whether an exemption is being transferred
- Whether a tax limitation is being transferred
The form itself expressly instructs applicants to file with the appraisal district in the county where the property is located.
Deadline & retroactive relief
Texas Homestead Exemption Deadline and Late Filing Rules
Usually stated as an April 30 deadline.
Measured under Tax Code Section 11.431 from the delinquency date for the taxes on the homestead.
Special rules apply under Tax Code Section 11.439.
What happens if a late homestead application is approved?
Texas law provides meaningful relief. If the taxes have not yet been paid, the collector adjusts the bill to reflect the exemption. If qualifying taxes have already been paid, the collector can issue the applicable refund after receiving notice that the late exemption was approved.
The ordinary deadline matters, but Texas law specifically allows qualifying late homestead applications. Contact the appraisal district rather than assuming the tax savings are permanently lost.
What if you bought the home after January 1?
Texas law allows an owner who acquires and occupies a qualifying property after January 1 to receive the general residence homestead exemption for the applicable portion of that tax year if the prior owner did not receive the same exemption for that year.
For qualifying property acquired after January 1, the applicable statutory filing period can extend to the first anniversary of acquisition. The practical approach is still to file as soon as you establish the home as your principal residence rather than waiting.
What the exemption is actually worth
How Much Does the Texas Homestead Exemption Save?
The exemption amount is not the same as your dollar tax savings.
Because Texas property-tax rates are expressed per $100 of taxable value, a more practical calculation is:
$140,000 exemption at a $1.00-per-$100 school rate
$140,000 ÷ 100 = 1,400 taxable units
1,400 × $1.00 = $1,400 illustrative annual school-tax reduction
This is a mathematical example, not a statewide tax-rate estimate. Use your actual school-district rate to calculate your own result.Why your total savings may be larger
- Your city may offer a local-option homestead exemption.
- Your county may offer a local-option homestead exemption.
- Your school district can have additional applicable provisions.
- Special districts may offer local options.
- Homeowners age 65 or older or disabled may qualify for additional exemptions.
- The separate homestead appraisal cap can limit future growth in appraised value.
Open your appraisal-district property account and current tax statement. Identify each taxing unit, the exemption amount applied by that unit and its tax rate. Calculate each taxing unit separately instead of multiplying one percentage by your entire tax bill.
Location matters
Texas Local-Option Homestead Exemptions
A city, county, school district or special-purpose district can choose to provide an additional general residence homestead exemption of up to 20% of the property’s appraised value. If adopted, the exemption cannot be less than $5,000.
20% local exemption on a $400,000 home
$400,000 × 20% = $80,000 exempt from that particular taxing unit’s taxable value.
This does not mean every Texas city or county provides the exemption. It must actually be adopted by that taxing unit.
Taxing units generally decide whether to offer the optional percentage exemption and the percentage they will use. Therefore, a “Texas homestead exemption amount” cannot accurately be reduced to one number for every component of the property-tax bill.
Search your appraisal-district property detail and exemption page—not generic statewide articles—to identify the exemptions actually offered by your city, county, school district and special districts.
Frequently misunderstood
Texas Homestead 10% Appraisal Cap Explained
The Texas homestead exemption and the 10% appraisal limitation are related but they are not the same benefit.
Removes Taxable Value
Example: the mandatory school exemption removes $140,000 from the value subject to school taxation.
Limits Growth in Appraised Value
For a qualifying residence homestead, the appraised value generally cannot rise more than 10% per year, plus qualifying new improvements.
When does the 10% cap begin?
The limitation takes effect on January 1 of the tax year following the first tax year in which the homeowner qualifies the property for the residence homestead exemption.
Prior qualifying homestead appraised value: $300,000
10% growth amount: $30,000
General capped value before new improvements: $330,000
If the market value rises to $390,000, the appraisal records can still show both the higher market value and the lower limited appraised value.
The appraisal district can determine a higher market value. The limitation applies to the qualifying homestead’s appraised value used under Tax Code Section 23.23.
New improvements can be added outside the 10% growth amount
Qualifying new improvements can be added to the capped calculation. Ordinary repairs and maintenance generally do not count as new improvements for this purpose.
Extra relief
Texas Homestead Exemption for Homeowners Age 65 or Older or Disabled
Texas school districts must provide an additional $60,000 residence homestead exemption to qualifying homeowners age 65 or older or disabled.
Age 65 rule
The homeowner must be at least 65, have an ownership interest and occupy the home as a principal residence. Unlike the ordinary January 1 qualification concept, a homeowner can qualify during the year when turning 65.
Disability rule
Texas uses a specific definition tied to qualification for disability insurance benefits under the federal Old-Age, Survivors and Disability Insurance Act. Receiving disability benefits from another program does not automatically establish eligibility for this property-tax exemption.
A person who qualifies for both generally cannot receive both exemptions from the same taxing unit. Check with the appraisal district when both statuses apply.
The school-tax ceiling can matter even more over time
A homeowner receiving the age-65 or disabled homestead exemption generally receives a tax ceiling on school-district taxes. The school tax on the qualifying residence generally cannot exceed the ceiling established under Texas law while the owner continues to qualify, subject to statutory adjustments such as qualifying new improvements.
If school taxes calculated under the normal rules fall below the ceiling, the homeowner pays the lower amount.
Moving after 65 or disability
Can You Transfer a Texas School Tax Ceiling to a New Home?
Qualifying age-65 or disabled homeowners who move to another Texas residence can transfer the percentage benefit associated with the former school-tax ceiling.
Old home’s actual ceiling: $100
School taxes without the ceiling: $400
Percentage paid: 25%
If normal school taxes on the new home would be $1,000, the new ceiling would be calculated at the same 25%: $250.
The Comptroller’s property-tax forms collection includes tax-ceiling and homestead-transfer forms used for qualifying transfers.
A rule many homeowners miss
Can You Keep a Texas Homestead Exemption While Temporarily Away?
A temporary absence does not automatically destroy a Texas residence homestead.
Under Texas rules, the property can generally continue to qualify when the homeowner:
- does not establish another principal residence;
- intends to return to the Texas homestead; and
- is temporarily absent for less than two years.
The ordinary two-year limit does not apply in the same manner to qualifying homeowners who are away because of military service or who reside in a facility providing services related to health, infirmity or aging.
If your situation involves military service, long-term medical care or another unusual absence, confirm the documentation requirements with the appraisal district before making changes to the property account.
Inherited homes
Texas Homestead Exemption for Heir Property
Texas law recognizes that an heir may have a qualifying ownership interest even when the applicant is not specifically identified as owner in the most recent deed or recorded instrument.
The Comptroller describes heir property as property acquired through a will, transfer-on-death deed or intestacy where at least one owner claims the property as a residence homestead.
An heir-property applicant not shown in the recorded ownership may need:
An affidavit establishing the applicant’s ownership interest.
A copy of the prior property owner’s death certificate.
A copy of the property’s most recent utility bill.
A citation to a court record relating to ownership, if one is available.
Other heir-property owners who occupy the home as their principal residence may also need to submit affidavits authorizing the application.
Mobile / manufactured residences
Can a Manufactured Home Get a Texas Homestead Exemption?
Yes. A qualifying manufactured home can receive a residence homestead exemption, but Texas has additional ownership-verification rules.
Depending on what the appraisal district can verify electronically, an applicant may be asked for evidence such as:
- a Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs statement of ownership;
- a sales purchase agreement, applicable contract or payment receipt showing the applicant as purchaser; or
- a qualifying sworn ownership affidavit in circumstances allowed by law.
If you own the manufactured home but not the land—or ownership records do not match—ask the appraisal district specifically how the homestead exemption applies to the home and land interests.
Veterans and surviving spouses
Texas Disabled Veteran Homestead Exemptions
Texas provides multiple disabled-veteran property-tax exemptions. They should not be treated as one single program.
| Qualification | Exemption | Important Point |
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| 10%–29% service-connected disability | Up to $5,000 | Partial exemption under applicable disabled-veteran rules |
| 30%–49% | Up to $7,500 | Can apply under Section 11.22 rules |
| 50%–69% | Up to $10,000 | Partial exemption |
| 70%–100% | Up to $12,000 | Partial exemption rules may apply even when full homestead exemption rules do not |
| 100% disabled or individual unemployability meeting Section 11.131 requirements | 100% residence homestead value | Total residence-homestead exemption |
The total residence-homestead exemption applies when the veteran has the qualifying VA service-connected disability compensation and rating required under Tax Code Section 11.131, including qualifying individual unemployability.
Texas also provides specialized exemptions for qualifying donated homes and certain surviving spouses of disabled veterans, service members, first responders and qualifying veterans.
Renewal
Do You Have to Apply for a Texas Homestead Exemption Every Year?
Texas homeowners generally do not need to reapply every year unless the chief appraiser requires a new application or eligibility changes.
Appraisal districts are required to have procedures for periodically reviewing residence homestead exemptions to confirm that recipients still qualify.
Notify the appraisal district if eligibility ends
If the property is no longer your qualifying residence homestead, you should not continue claiming the exemption merely because it remains visible on an old property record.
A periodic homestead review is not automatically evidence that anything is wrong. Respond by the stated deadline and provide only the documentation requested through the official appraisal-district process.
When the application is rejected
What If Your Texas Homestead Exemption Is Denied?
The chief appraiser decides whether the property qualifies. If the exemption is modified or denied, the property owner must receive written notice.
Texas taxpayers can protest certain appraisal-district determinations, including exemption issues, to the local Appraisal Review Board (ARB).
Before protesting, identify why the application was denied
- ownership could not be verified;
- principal-residence requirement was not established;
- another homestead exemption is recorded;
- identification or address documentation did not satisfy the requirement;
- required heir-property documentation was missing;
- age, disability or veteran qualifications were not established;
- the application was incomplete; or
- additional information requested by the appraisal district was not provided.
Use the Comptroller’s current property-tax resources, then follow the deadline stated on your local appraisal-district notice.
Avoid unnecessary charges
You Do Not Have to Pay a Company to File a Texas Homestead Application
Texas law expressly states that there is no fee or charge for filing a residence homestead application or qualifying late application.
After buying a home, owners sometimes receive mail or online offers that resemble government notices and offer to file a homestead exemption for a fee.
A private service can choose to charge for its own assistance, but that should never be confused with an official government filing fee.
Safer route
- Use the Comptroller’s official county directory.
- Open your county appraisal district.
- Download Form 50-114 or use the appraisal district’s official application system.
- Submit directly to the appraisal district.
- Keep confirmation or a copy of what you submitted.
New Texas homeowners
Texas Homestead Exemption Checklist After Buying a Home
Make sure the ownership transaction has been properly recorded.
Locate your property through the county appraisal district.
Make sure required identification and residence information satisfy the application instructions.
Apply directly with the appraisal district.
Review age, disability, veteran and local-option exemptions.
Check the property account after processing.
Confirm exemptions and appraised/market values.
Confirm the exemptions were carried into taxable value.
Practical troubleshooting
Texas Homestead Exemption Mistakes That Can Cost Homeowners Money
Homestead exemption applications go to the appraisal district.
The mandatory school exemption increased to $140,000 following the November 2025 constitutional amendment.
A $140,000 exemption does not mean a $140,000 tax refund. It removes taxable value.
The appraisal district can show market value above the limited homestead appraised value.
The homestead appraisal limitation generally begins the following tax year after first qualification.
Texas provides a statutory late-filing window for qualifying residence homestead applications.
The $140,000 school exemption may not be the only benefit available.
The official residence homestead application itself has no filing fee.
Age-65 qualification can add a $60,000 school exemption and a school-tax ceiling.
Verify that the exemption was actually applied to the correct property and tax year.
Find the correct next step
Texas Homestead Exemption Decision Guide
| Situation | Best Next Step |
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| Just bought your primary residence | Find the county appraisal district and file Form 50-114. |
| Bought after January 1 | Ask the CAD about mid-year qualification and file promptly. |
| Missed April 30 | File a late homestead application if still within the statutory period. |
| Turned 65 this year | Confirm the additional exemption and school-tax ceiling with the CAD. |
| Qualify as disabled | Review the Texas disability definition and required evidence. |
| 100% service-connected disabled veteran | Review Section 11.131 rules and Form 50-114 requirements. |
| Inherited the family home | Review heir-property rules and Form 50-114-A affidavits. |
| Manufactured home | Confirm ownership documentation required under Texas manufactured-home rules. |
| Moving after receiving a school tax ceiling | Ask the CAD about transferring the percentage of tax paid to the new Texas homestead. |
| Application denied | Read the written reason and review ARB protest rights immediately. |
Frequently asked questions
Texas Homestead Exemption FAQs
How much is the Texas homestead exemption in 2026?
Texas school districts must provide a $140,000 general residence homestead exemption. This reduces the home’s taxable value for school-district taxation. Local cities, counties, schools and special districts may also provide additional exemptions.
Did the Texas homestead exemption increase from $100,000 to $140,000?
Yes. Texas voters approved the constitutional amendment in November 2025 increasing the mandatory school-district residence homestead exemption from $100,000 to $140,000.
Where do I apply for a homestead exemption in Texas?
File with the appraisal district for the county where the property is located. Do not file Form 50-114 with the Texas Comptroller. The Comptroller provides the statewide form and county appraisal-district directory.
What form do I use for a Texas homestead exemption?
Use Texas Comptroller Form 50-114, Application for Residence Homestead Exemption. The current 2026 version is available from the Comptroller’s official website.
What is the deadline for filing a Texas homestead exemption?
The normal filing deadline is before May 1, commonly described as April 30. Texas also allows qualifying late residence homestead applications under Tax Code Section 11.431.
Can I file a Texas homestead exemption late?
Yes. A general residence homestead application, including qualifying age-65 or disabled applications, can generally be filed up to two years after the delinquency date for the taxes on the homestead. Certain disabled-veteran exemptions have a longer late-filing period.
Can I get a refund if my late Texas homestead exemption is approved?
Texas law provides for adjustment of unpaid taxes and qualifying refunds when a late residence homestead exemption is approved after taxes were paid. The appraisal district notifies the applicable tax collector after approval.
Can I claim a Texas homestead exemption if I bought my home after January 1?
Yes, in qualifying circumstances. An owner who acquires and occupies a property after January 1 can receive the general residence homestead exemption for the applicable portion of the year if the prior owner did not receive the same exemption for that tax year.
How much does a Texas homestead exemption actually save?
Your savings depend on the exempt value and the tax rate of each taxing unit. The $140,000 school exemption removes $140,000 from the value subject to the applicable school-district tax rate; it does not provide a $140,000 cash savings.
What is the Texas 10% homestead cap?
Tax Code Section 23.23 generally limits annual increases in the appraised value of a qualifying residence homestead to 10% of the prior year’s appraised value plus the market value of qualifying new improvements. The appraisal district can still report a higher market value.
When does the Texas homestead appraisal cap start?
The limitation generally takes effect on January 1 of the tax year following the first tax year in which the owner qualifies the property for the residence homestead exemption.
How much is the Texas over-65 homestead exemption in 2026?
School districts must provide an additional $60,000 exemption to qualifying homeowners age 65 or older. This is in addition to the $140,000 general school homestead exemption, producing $200,000 in mandatory school exemptions for a homeowner who qualifies for both.
Do Texas homeowners over 65 get their property taxes frozen?
Qualifying homeowners age 65 or older receive a school-district tax ceiling under Texas law. The ceiling generally limits school taxes while qualification continues, although statutory adjustments can apply, including for qualifying new improvements.
Can a disabled Texas homeowner receive the additional $60,000 exemption?
Yes, if the homeowner meets Texas’s statutory disability definition. The definition is tied to qualification for disability insurance benefits under the federal Old-Age, Survivors and Disability Insurance Act; receiving benefits from another program does not automatically qualify a homeowner.
Can I receive both the age-65 and disabled homestead exemptions?
A homeowner may qualify for both statuses, but Texas law does not allow both age-65 and disabled exemptions from the same taxing unit. Ask the appraisal district how the exemptions should be applied in your situation.
Do I have to reapply for the Texas homestead exemption every year?
Usually not. Property owners generally do not need to reapply every year unless the chief appraiser requests a new application or the owner’s qualification changes. Appraisal districts periodically review existing homestead exemptions.
Can inherited property qualify for the Texas homestead exemption?
Yes. Qualifying heir property can receive a residence homestead exemption even when the heir is not specifically listed in the latest deed, but additional affidavits and documentation may be required.
Can a manufactured home qualify for a Texas homestead exemption?
Yes. A qualifying manufactured home can receive the residence homestead exemption, although additional ownership evidence may be required unless the appraisal district can verify ownership through state records.
Do 100% disabled veterans pay property tax on their Texas homestead?
A veteran meeting the requirements of Tax Code Section 11.131, including the required service-connected VA disability compensation and 100% disability or qualifying individual-unemployability rating, can receive an exemption from taxation of the total appraised value of the qualifying residence homestead.
Is there a fee to file a Texas homestead exemption?
No. Texas law states that there is no fee or charge for filing a residence homestead exemption application or qualifying late application. A private company may charge for its own assistance, but that is not a government filing fee.
What should I do if my Texas homestead exemption is denied?
Read the appraisal district’s written notice carefully. Property owners can protest qualifying exemption determinations to the local Appraisal Review Board. Follow the protest deadline shown on the current notice rather than relying on a generic calendar date.
Can I keep my Texas homestead exemption while temporarily living somewhere else?
Potentially. Texas law allows certain temporary absences when the homeowner does not establish another principal residence and intends to return. The ordinary two-year absence limit has exceptions for qualifying military service and residence in facilities providing health, infirmity or aging services.
Can I transfer my over-65 Texas school-tax ceiling to another home?
Qualifying age-65 or disabled homeowners can transfer the percentage of school tax paid under the former home’s ceiling to a new Texas residence homestead. The appraisal district calculates the corresponding ceiling on the new property.
Can my city or county offer a larger Texas homestead exemption?
Yes. Any qualifying taxing unit can adopt a local-option general residence homestead exemption of up to 20% of appraised value, subject to the statutory minimum exemption amount. Local options vary by location.
Primary sources
Official Texas Homestead Exemption Resources
These are the primary Texas government resources used to verify the rules explained above. Use the official links to perform the final filing, locate your appraisal district or confirm a time-sensitive rule.
Texas property-tax exemptions are locally administered even when the exemption itself is required by state law. Your county appraisal district decides whether your property qualifies and maintains the property account.
Local-option exemptions, tax rates and some procedures can change independently. Check your current appraisal-district record and taxing-unit information before calculating an exact tax bill or acting on a deadline.
Independent Texas Property-Tax Guide: This website is an independent educational resource. It is not operated by, affiliated with, or endorsed by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, any county appraisal district, appraisal review board, tax assessor-collector, county government, school district or other Texas governmental agency.
This page summarizes publicly available Texas property-tax rules and official guidance. It does not determine whether a particular property qualifies, calculate an official tax bill or provide legal, tax or financial advice. Eligibility decisions are made by the responsible appraisal district. Verify consequential or time-sensitive information with the government office responsible for your property before acting.