Homestead Tax Discount for Combat-Disabled Veterans Age 65+
Property tax discount equal to the VA disability percentage for combat-disabled veterans age 65+.
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Apply directly through the official Florida agency.
About this benefit
Eligibility
Age 65 or older; any percentage of permanent service-connected disability that is combat-related; honorable discharge; Florida homestead.
Covers
Ad valorem tax discount equal to the veteran's VA disability percentage. For example, a 70% rated veteran gets a 70% discount on homestead property taxes.
How to apply
County Property Appraiser by March 1. Submit VA letter with disability percentage, evidence the disability is combat-related, and DD-214.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-04-30 against www.leg.state.fl.us. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Florida state agency before applying.
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$5,000 reduction from assessed taxable value for veterans with 10%+ VA disability rating.
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Total Property Tax Exemption (100% P&T)
Complete exemption from all property taxes on homestead for veterans with 100% permanent and total disability. Authority: Fla. Stat. 196.081.
100% property tax exemption
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