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Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption

Complete exemption from property taxes on homestead for 100% permanently and totally disabled veterans.

Verified May 12, 2026againstmichigan.gov

At a glance

Benefit type
Tax Benefits — Michigan
Who it's for
Veterans, Survivors
VA rating needed
100% or higher
Estimated value
100% property tax exemption
Where it applies
Michigan
Last verified
May 12, 2026

What is Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption?

Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption is a Michigan tax benefits benefit for veterans, survivors. Complete exemption from property taxes on homestead for 100% permanently and totally disabled veterans. Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is 100% property tax exemption.

Who qualifies

VeteransSurvivors
  • Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
  • Honorable discharge required
  • Michigan residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Michigan agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

100% permanent and total VA disability rating, or Individually Unemployable (IU) at 100% rate, or receiving VA pecuniary assistance for specially adapted housing. Honorable discharge required. Property must be owned and used as homestead.

What Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption covers

Surviving spouse

Un-remarried surviving spouse may retain the exemption.

File Form 5107 with local assessor. Beginning with the 2026 tax year (per amended P.A. 161 of 2013), previously granted exemptions remain in effect without annual reapplication until rescinded or denied; veterans receiving the exemption in 2025 still had to refile for that year.

Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: michigan.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.

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Frequently asked questions about Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption

Who qualifies for Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption?▾
Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption is for Veterans, Survivors; requires 100%+ VA disability rating; michigan residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption?▾
Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption worth?▾
The listed value is 100% property tax exemption. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption?▾
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 Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption?▾
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 Michigan Tax Benefits

Military Retirement Pay Tax Exemption

Full exemption of military retirement pay from Michigan individual income tax.

Full retirement pay exemption

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