Homestead Tax Discount for Combat-Disabled Veterans Age 65+
Property tax discount equal to the VA disability percentage for combat-disabled veterans age 65+.
State BenefitFloridaTax Benefits
Verified September 30, 2026 against flsenate.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Florida
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Survivors
- VA rating needed
- 10% or higher
- Estimated value
- Discount equal to VA disability percentage
- Where it applies
- Florida
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Homestead Tax Discount for Combat-Disabled Veterans Age 65+?
Homestead Tax Discount for Combat-Disabled Veterans Age 65+ is a Florida tax benefits benefit for veterans, survivors. Property tax discount equal to the VA disability percentage for combat-disabled veterans age 65+. Requires 10%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is Discount equal to VA disability percentage.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Survivors
- Requires 10%+ VA disability rating
- Honorable discharge required
- Combat veteran service required
- Florida residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Age 65 or older; any percentage of permanent service-connected disability that is combat-related; honorable discharge; Florida homestead.
What Homestead Tax Discount for Combat-Disabled Veterans Age 65+ covers
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.
Surviving spouse
Per PT-109, this discount carries over to the veteran's surviving spouse if the spouse holds the legal or beneficial title to the homestead, permanently resides there and has not remarried.
How to apply for Homestead Tax Discount for Combat-Disabled Veterans Age 65+
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 information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- flsenate.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Homestead Tax Discount for Combat-Disabled Veterans Age 65+
Who qualifies for Homestead Tax Discount for Combat-Disabled Veterans Age 65+?
Homestead Tax Discount for Combat-Disabled Veterans Age 65+ is for Veterans, Survivors; requires 10%+ VA disability rating; florida residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Homestead Tax Discount for Combat-Disabled Veterans Age 65+?
Requires 10%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Homestead Tax Discount for Combat-Disabled Veterans Age 65+ worth?
The listed value is Discount equal to VA disability percentage. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Homestead Tax Discount for Combat-Disabled Veterans Age 65+?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Homestead Tax Discount for Combat-Disabled Veterans Age 65+?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.
Other Florida Tax Benefits
- $5,000 Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption$5,000 off assessed value$5,000 reduction from assessed taxable value for veterans with 10%+ VA disability rating.
- Total Property Tax Exemption (100% P&T)100% property tax exemptionComplete exemption from all property taxes on homestead for veterans with 100% permanent and total disability. Authority: Fla. Stat. 196.081.