Disabled Veterans Homestead Deduction (Property Tax)
Up to $445,000 deducted from assessed home value for property tax purposes for 100% disabled veterans meeting income requirements.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Washington D.C.
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 100% or higher
- Estimated value
- ~$4,250/year at DC tax rates
- Where it applies
- Washington D.C.
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Disabled Veterans Homestead Deduction (Property Tax)?
Disabled Veterans Homestead Deduction (Property Tax) is a Washington D.C. tax benefits benefit for veterans. Up to $445,000 deducted from assessed home value for property tax purposes for 100% disabled veterans meeting income requirements. Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is ~$4,250/year at DC tax rates.
Who qualifies
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- Washington D.C. residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Rated by the VA as having a total and permanent service-connected disability, OR paid at the 100% disability rating due to Individual Unemployability (IU). Must be domiciled in DC; property must be principal residence. Must maintain at least 50% ownership of the property. Total household income cannot exceed the Senior/Disabled Tax Relief limit ($163,500 for TY 2026; adjusts annually).
What Disabled Veterans Homestead Deduction (Property Tax) covers
Covers
Deducts up to $445,000 from the assessed value of the veteran's primary residence for property tax purposes.
Important to know
Properties receiving this deduction are NOT eligible for the standard Homestead, Senior Citizen/Disabled Tax Relief, or tax cap credit.
How to apply for Disabled Veterans Homestead Deduction (Property Tax)
How to apply
File application with the DC Office of Veterans Affairs, which certifies eligibility to the Office of Tax and Revenue.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: communityaffairs.dc.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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