South Carolina Homestead Exemption
Horry County Auditor's Office
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs South Carolina Homestead Exemption in its North Myrtle Beach, SC research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
South Carolina Homestead Exemption reduces property taxes for legal residents age 65 and older, totally and permanently disabled individuals, or legally blind persons. Exempts first $50,000 of fair market value from all property taxes except school operating millage.
Exempts $50,000 of home value from most property taxes
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
- For residents age 65+, disabled, or blind
- Must apply by January 15 each year
- No income requirement
- Significant annual property tax savings
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.
- Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-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 January 15 for current tax year
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Frequently asked questions
What audience tags are recorded for South Carolina Homestead Exemption in North Myrtle 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 South Carolina Homestead Exemption in North Myrtle Beach, SC?
Confirm the application route directly with Horry County Auditor's Office; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (843) 915-5040. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Apply by January 15 for current tax year.
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