Ohio Homestead Exemption
Ohio Department of Taxation
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Ohio Homestead Exemption in its Kettering, OH research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Property tax reduction for Ohio homeowners age 65+ or permanently and totally disabled. Exempts up to $27,200 of home value from taxation, resulting in savings of approximately $400-600 annually for most Kettering homeowners. No income limit.
Tax savings based on exempting $27,200 from assessed value
The cited general URL responded on 2026-07-21; it does not confirm this program or amount.
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Kettering, OH, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Varies, no individual cap; projects typically $10K-$200K+
- FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) Coverage Up to $30,000
- HUD Lead Hazard Control & Healthy Homes Varies by jurisdiction, typically $5,000-$15,000 per unit
- EPA / WIIN Act Lead Service Line Replacement Varies, full line replacement cost covered in many programs
Key Details
- Reduces property taxes for seniors 65+ or disabled
- Exempts up to $27,200 of home value
- Typical savings $400-600 annually
- No income limit
- Apply at Montgomery County Auditor's office
How to Apply
Some programs require contractor estimates, licenses, or inspections. A cited link may be general, so confirm the current rules with the administrator before hiring; a directory match does not guarantee contractor eligibility or funding.
Your application paperwork
Form to file: Form DTE 105A (Homestead Exemption Application)
Ohio's Homestead Exemption lowers the property tax on the home of a qualifying senior, disabled person, or surviving spouse by shielding part of the home's market value from tax. You file Form DTE 105A once with your county auditor, and the exemption continues each year.
Steps to apply
- Confirm with the administrator that you meet the current rules: age 65 or older during the year, or permanently and totally disabled, or a qualifying surviving spouse, and the home is your principal residence.
- Download Form DTE 105A, the Homestead Exemption Application, from the Ohio Department of Taxation.
- If you qualify based on disability, also complete Form DTE 105E, the Certificate of Disability.
- File the form with your county auditor's office by the deadline.
Documents you will likely need
- Proof of age (65 or older) or the disability certificate (Form DTE 105E).
- Proof the home is your principal residence.
- Your prior-year Ohio income information if an income test applies.
- The completed Form DTE 105A.
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 December 31 for following tax year
Questions about this program?
Email us at no charge. Messages are reviewed manually, but a response time is not guaranteed.
Email us about this programReport a problem with this listing
Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Ohio Homestead Exemption in Kettering, OH?
The Grant Map record states: Reduces taxable value up to $27,200. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Ohio Homestead Exemption in Kettering?
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 Ohio Homestead Exemption in Kettering, OH?
Confirm the application route directly with Ohio Department of Taxation; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (937) 225-4314. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Apply by December 31 for following tax year.
Need a Contractor for This Project?
Browse local listings or request an introduction. The Grant Map does not guarantee licensing, program experience, work quality, or funding.
More ways to save on this project
Rebates and discounts that may reduce project cost. Confirm eligibility and coordination rules before including one in your budget.
Find More Programs in Kettering, OH
This is one of several kinds of assistance that may be available. Review other programs separately and confirm whether their administrators allow coordination for the same work.
See All Programs