West Virginia Homestead Property Tax Exemption
Kanawha County Assessor
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs West Virginia Homestead Property Tax Exemption in its Charleston, WV research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Property tax exemption for West Virginia homeowners who are age 65+, permanently disabled, or 100% disabled veterans. Exempts the first $20,000 of assessed home value from property taxes. Application filed with Kanawha County Assessor.
Property tax savings based on exempted assessed value
Record set last reviewed 2026-05-31. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- Exempts $20,000 assessed value from property tax
- Age 65+, permanently disabled, or 100% disabled veteran
- Must be owner-occupied primary residence
- Apply by July 1 each year
- Renew annually with Kanawha County Assessor
How to Apply
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Track this programProgram phone: (304) 357-0250
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Proof of military service (DD-214) and, for disability-based grants, your VA disability rating letter.
- Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
- Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Apply by July 1 for current tax year
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for West Virginia Homestead Property Tax Exemption in Charleston, WV?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $20,000 assessed value exemption. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for West Virginia Homestead Property Tax Exemption in Charleston?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. It carries a senior-related tag. It carries a veteran-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for West Virginia Homestead Property Tax Exemption in Charleston, WV?
Confirm the application route directly with Kanawha County Assessor; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (304) 357-0250. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Apply by July 1 for current tax year.
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