Property Tax Deduction ($250)
$250 annual property tax deduction for all honorably discharged veterans.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
Must be a New Jersey resident veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces. Honorable discharge required. Must own and occupy the property. Note: The wartime service requirement was eliminated effective 2020.
Deduction
$250 is deducted from your annual property tax bill. If property is jointly owned by two qualifying veterans, the deduction is $500.
Covers
Primary residence in New Jersey.
How to apply
File with your municipal tax assessor. Provide DD-214 showing honorable discharge. Must apply by December 31 of the pretax year. Once approved, the deduction continues automatically each year.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-05-06 against www.nj.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the New Jersey state agency before applying.
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