South Carolina Homestead Exemption (Age 65+)
Lexington County Auditor / SC Department of Revenue
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs South Carolina Homestead Exemption (Age 65+) in its Irmo, SC research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Homeowners age 65 and older (or totally and permanently disabled) receive an exemption on the first $50,000 of the fair market value of their legal residence from all property taxes, including county, school, and municipal.
Tax savings based on local millage rate applied to $50,000 exemption
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
- Exempts first $50,000 of home value from taxes
- Available to homeowners age 65+ or disabled
- No income limit
- Must apply by July 15 annually
- Saves approximately $900/year in Lexington County
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 of tax year
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for South Carolina Homestead Exemption (Age 65+) in Irmo, SC?
The Grant Map record states: Exempts first $50,000 of home value from property tax. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for South Carolina Homestead Exemption (Age 65+) in Irmo?
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 South Carolina Homestead Exemption (Age 65+) in Irmo, SC?
Confirm the application route directly with Lexington County Auditor / SC Department of Revenue; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (803) 785-8190. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Apply by July 15 of tax year.
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