Denton County Over-65 Property Tax Exemption
Denton County Tax Office
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Denton County Over-65 Property Tax Exemption in its Highland Village, TX research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Homeowners age 65 or older in Denton County receive a mandatory $30,000 reduction in their home's taxable value for county taxes, plus optional exemptions from many local taxing entities including Highland Village. Also freezes school district taxes.
Estimated annual savings based on typical $520,000 home value and combined tax rate
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
- Homeowners 65+ receive $30,000 exemption
- School district taxes frozen at age 65
- Additional city/county exemptions may apply
- No income requirement
- Apply once, automatically renews
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.
- 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 April 30 for current tax year
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Denton County Over-65 Property Tax Exemption in Highland Village, TX?
The Grant Map record states: Reduces taxable home value by $30,000. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Denton County Over-65 Property Tax Exemption in Highland Village?
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 Denton County Over-65 Property Tax Exemption in Highland Village, TX?
Confirm the application route directly with Denton County Tax Office; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (940) 349-3510. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Apply by April 30 for current tax year.
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