State Benefit·Virginia·🏛️Tax Benefits

Real Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled Veterans)

Full exemption from local real estate taxes on the principal residence for permanently and totally disabled veterans.

Verified May 12, 2026againstlaw.lis.virginia.gov

Who qualifies

VeteransSurvivors
  • Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
  • Virginia residency

How to apply

$1,000-$10,000+/yr depending on locality

Apply through the official Virginia agency.

Open application

Details

Eligibility

100% service-connected, permanent and total disability rating from the VA (includes Individual Unemployability paid at 100%). Must occupy the property as principal residence. Virginia resident. Surviving spouse eligible if veteran died on or after January 1, 2011, and spouse has not remarried.

Covers

Full exemption from local real estate taxes on the principal residence and up to one acre of land.

Estimated value

In Northern Virginia areas this can be worth $5,000-$10,000+ annually; in rural areas $1,000-$3,000+.

How to apply

Contact your local Commissioner of the Revenue.

Always confirm current rates and rules with the Virginia state agency before applying.

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