Texas Senior Property Tax Deferral
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Texas Senior Property Tax Deferral in its Ennis, TX research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Texas homeowners age 65 or older (or disabled) can defer property taxes on their homestead. Deferred taxes accrue 5% interest annually and become due when the home is sold or no longer your homestead.
Deferral allows postponing property tax payment until home is sold
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- Defer property taxes if age 65+ or disabled
- No income restrictions
- 5% annual interest on deferred amount
- Due when home is sold
- Apply through Ellis County Appraisal District
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- 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 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: Applications accepted year-round
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Texas Senior Property Tax Deferral in Ennis, TX?
The Grant Map record states: Defer 100% of property taxes. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Texas Senior Property Tax Deferral in Ennis?
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 Texas Senior Property Tax Deferral in Ennis, TX?
Confirm the application route directly with Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (800) 252-9121. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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