SC Homestead Property Tax Exemption
South Carolina Department of Revenue / County Auditor
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs SC Homestead Property Tax Exemption in its Charleston, SC research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
South Carolina's Homestead Exemption provides a complete property tax exemption on the first $50,000 in Fair Market Value of a primary residence for homeowners age 65+, totally and permanently disabled, or legally blind. Pending 2025-2026 legislation may increase the exemption to $100,000-$150,000. Disabled veterans may qualify for a full exemption on their primary residence.
Savings depend on local millage rate. At SC's average effective rate (~0.57%) on $50,000, annual savings are approximately $285.
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Charleston, SC, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- City of Charleston Substantial Rehabilitation Program $80,000 loan
- City of Charleston Roof Replacement Program 50% of cost forgiven after year 10
- Charleston County Critical Home Repair Program Up to $15,000 grant
- SC Housing Critical Home Repair Program Up to $30,000 grant
Key Details
- Exempts first $50,000 Fair Market Value from all property taxes
- Eligibility: age 65+, totally/permanently disabled, or legally blind
- Disabled veterans may qualify for full exemption on primary residence
- Apply at your county auditor's office by July 15
- 2025 legislation pending to raise exemption to $100,000-$150,000
How to Apply
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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.
- 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 15 of the tax year
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for SC Homestead Property Tax Exemption in Charleston, SC?
The Grant Map record states: First $50,000 FMV fully exempt from property taxes. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for SC 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. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for SC Homestead Property Tax Exemption in Charleston, SC?
Confirm the application route directly with South Carolina Department of Revenue / County Auditor; use the cited source on this page as a starting point. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Apply by July 15 of the tax year.
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