South Carolina Senior Homestead Exemption
Orangeburg County Auditor
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs South Carolina Senior Homestead Exemption in its Orangeburg, SC research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Property tax exemption for South Carolina homeowners age 65 and older. Exempts the first $50,000 of fair market value of the legal residence from all property taxes except school operating taxes. Apply through Orangeburg County Auditor.
Exempts $50,000 of home value from most property taxes
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- $50,000 exemption from property taxes
- Must be age 65 or older
- Apply to Orangeburg County Auditor by July 15
- Exempts county, municipal, and special taxes
- School operating taxes still apply
How to Apply
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Prepare your application
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Documents you will likely need
- The property-tax exemption form and supporting records requested by your local assessor (use the official source on this page to confirm the current form).
- 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).
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Deadline: Apply by July 15 annually
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Frequently asked questions
What audience tags are recorded for South Carolina Senior Homestead Exemption in Orangeburg?
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 Senior Homestead Exemption in Orangeburg, SC?
Confirm the application route directly with Orangeburg County Auditor; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (803) 533-1000. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Apply by July 15 annually.
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