Check the exemptions that may fit. A “Yes” does not confirm eligibility; your assessor makes that decision.
Basic homestead Own and occupy the primary residence on January 1; applicants must be on the deed and provide proof of Georgia residency.
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Eligibility source You own and occupy the property as your primary residence on January 1.
All applicants’ names appear on the deed. Official source . Last verified 2026-10-24.
Savings source You may submit your application for the current tax year before the appeal deadline listed on your Notice of Assessment. Official source . Last verified 2026-10-24.
School tax exemption, age 62 Homestead owners age 62 on or before January 1; proof of age required.
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Eligibility source To qualify, you must be 62 years of age on or before January 1 of the current tax year. Official source . Last verified 2026-10-24.
Savings source You may submit your application for the current tax year before the appeal deadline listed on your Notice of Assessment. Official source . Last verified 2026-10-24.
Disability exemption Disabled by January 1 and unable to be gainfully employed, with annual net household income no more than $12,000 excluding disability income; doctor certification required.
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Eligibility source your annual net income cannot exceed $12,000 for the immediately preceding year. This includes income of your spouse but does not include income received as a result of the disability; e.g., disability retirement. Official source . Last verified 2026-10-24.
Savings source You may submit your application for the current tax year before the appeal deadline listed on your Notice of Assessment. Official source . Last verified 2026-10-24.
Veterans disability exemption 100% service-connected disability, compensated at 100% for unemployability, or otherwise a disabled veteran under O.C.G.A. 48-5-48; VA documentation required.
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Eligibility source To qualify, you must have 100% service-connected disability, be compensated at 100% due to unemployability, or be a disabled veteran as defined by O.C.G.A. § 48-5-48. Official source . Last verified 2026-10-24.
Savings source You may submit your application for the current tax year before the appeal deadline listed on your Notice of Assessment. Official source . Last verified 2026-10-24.
homestead exemptions Owners who occupy their home as a primary residence; county programs can be more beneficial.
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Eligibility source The State offers homestead exemptions to persons that own and occupy their home as a primary residence. Official source . Last verified 2026-10-24.
Estimates are separate. Do not add them together; eligibility, taxing units and restrictions can overlap.