SC Senior Citizens Property Tax Assistance
South Carolina Department of Revenue
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs SC Senior Citizens Property Tax Assistance in its Folly Beach, SC research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Homestead exemption for South Carolina residents age 65+ or permanently disabled, exempting up to $50,000 of home value from property taxes. Must be legal residence and owned/occupied for at least one year. Apply through Charleston County Auditor's office.
Property tax reduction based on $50,000 exemption from assessed value
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
- Up to $50,000 homestead exemption
- Age 65+ or permanently disabled
- Must be legal residence
- Apply by July 15 each year
- Renews automatically once approved
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.
- 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 annually
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for SC Senior Citizens Property Tax Assistance in Folly Beach, SC?
The Grant Map record states: Homestead exemption up to $50,000. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for SC Senior Citizens Property Tax Assistance in Folly Beach?
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 Senior Citizens Property Tax Assistance in Folly Beach, SC?
Confirm the application route directly with South Carolina Department of Revenue; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (843) 958-4200. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Apply by July 15 annually.
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