Property Tax Exemption (General Veterans)
Property tax exemption on real or personal property (RI's motor vehicle excise tax has been eliminated), amount varies by municipality (typically $1,000-$6,000).
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Verified September 30, 2026 against vets.ri.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Rhode Island
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- $1,000-$6,000 off assessed value
- Where it applies
- Rhode Island
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Property Tax Exemption (General Veterans)?
Property Tax Exemption (General Veterans) is a Rhode Island tax benefits benefit for veterans. Property tax exemption on real or personal property (RI's motor vehicle excise tax has been eliminated), amount varies by municipality (typically $1,000-$6,000). The listed value is $1,000-$6,000 off assessed value.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Available to any veteran
- Rhode Island residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Other-than-dishonorable discharge. Qualifying service during wartime (WWII, Korea, Vietnam) or in a recognized conflict after Vietnam. Each city/town sets its own exemption amount.
What Property Tax Exemption (General Veterans) covers
Legal Basis
RIGL 44-3-4, 44-3-4.2, 44-3-5.
How to apply for Property Tax Exemption (General Veterans)
How to apply
Apply at your town tax assessor with DD-214.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- vets.ri.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 Property Tax Exemption (General Veterans)
Who qualifies for Property Tax Exemption (General Veterans)?
Property Tax Exemption (General Veterans) is for Veterans; available to any veteran; rhode island residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is Property Tax Exemption (General Veterans) worth?
The listed value is $1,000-$6,000 off assessed value. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Property Tax Exemption (General Veterans)?
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 Property Tax Exemption (General Veterans)?
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 Rhode Island Tax Benefits
- Military Retirement Pay Tax ExemptionFull RI income tax exemption (3.75-5.99% of pension value)Full exemption of military retired pay from Rhode Island personal income tax with no age limit or income cap.
- Property Tax Exemption (Partially Disabled Veterans)Amount varies by municipalityAdditional property tax exemption (amount varies by municipality) for veterans with a service-connected disability.
- Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)Varies by municipalityAdditional property tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans (amount varies by municipality).