Real Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled Veterans)
Full exemption from local real estate taxes on the principal residence for permanently and totally disabled veterans.
State BenefitVirginiaTax Benefits
Verified May 12, 2026 against law.lis.virginia.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Virginia
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Survivors
- VA rating needed
- 100% or higher
- Estimated value
- $1,000-$10,000+/yr depending on locality
- Where it applies
- Virginia
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Real Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled Veterans)?
Real Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled Veterans) is a Virginia tax benefits benefit for veterans, survivors. Full exemption from local real estate taxes on the principal residence for permanently and totally disabled veterans. Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is $1,000-$10,000+/yr depending on locality.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Survivors
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- Virginia residency
Who is eligible
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.
What Real Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled Veterans) covers
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 for Real Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled Veterans)
How to apply
Contact your local Commissioner of the Revenue.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- law.lis.virginia.gov
- Apply at
- dvs.virginia.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 Real Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled Veterans)
Who qualifies for Real Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled Veterans)?
Real Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled Veterans) is for Veterans, Survivors; requires 100%+ VA disability rating; virginia residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Real Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled Veterans)?
Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Real Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled Veterans) worth?
The listed value is $1,000-$10,000+/yr depending on locality. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Real Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled 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 Real Property Tax Exemption (100% Disabled 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 Virginia Tax Benefits
- Military Retirement Pay Income Tax SubtractionUp to $2,300/yr tax savingsSubtract up to $40,000 of military retirement income from Virginia taxable income.
- Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) Income Tax SubtractionUp to $2,300/yr tax savingsSubtract up to $40,000 of SBP annuity income from Virginia taxable income.
- Medal of Honor Recipient Full Income Tax ExemptionFull exemption of military retirement incomeComplete exemption of all military retirement income from Virginia state income tax for Medal of Honor recipients.
- VA Disability Compensation State Tax ExemptionVaries (full federal/state exclusion of VA comp/pension/DIC)VA disability payments, pension payments, and survivors benefits are fully excluded from Virginia taxable income.