South Carolina Homestead Exemption (Age 65+)
Charleston County Assessor / SC Department of Revenue
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs South Carolina Homestead Exemption (Age 65+) in its Mount Pleasant, SC research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
South Carolina homestead exemption for homeowners age 65 or older, or permanently disabled. Exempts the first $50,000 of assessed property value from local property taxes, including school operating millage.
Exempts $50,000 assessed value, saving roughly $600-800/year in Mount Pleasant
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-05-25. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- Exempts $50,000 of home value from property tax
- For homeowners age 65+ or permanently disabled
- No income limit
- Apply with Charleston County Assessor
- Saves $600-800/year on average
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 with County Assessor by deadline
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for South Carolina Homestead Exemption (Age 65+) in Mount Pleasant, SC?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $50,000 assessed value exemption. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for South Carolina Homestead Exemption (Age 65+) in Mount Pleasant?
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 Mount Pleasant, SC?
Confirm the application route directly with Charleston County Assessor / SC Department of Revenue; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (843) 958-4100. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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