$5,000 Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption
$5,000 reduction from assessed taxable value for veterans with 10%+ VA disability rating.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
Veteran with 10% or greater VA service-connected disability rating; honorable discharge; Florida resident with homestead.
Covers
$5,000 reduction from the assessed taxable value of any property owned by the veteran. Dollar savings depend on local millage rate (typically $50-$100/year).
How to apply
Apply at your county Property Appraiser's office by March 1 of the tax year. Provide DD-214 and VA disability letter.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-04-30 against floridarevenue.com. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Florida state agency before applying.
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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.
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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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