Texas Over-65 Property Tax Exemption
Ellis County Tax Assessor-Collector
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Texas Over-65 Property Tax Exemption in its Ovilla, TX research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Texas homeowners age 65 and older receive an additional $10,000 homestead exemption for school taxes and a tax ceiling that freezes school taxes at that level. Apply with Ellis County Appraisal District. No income requirements.
Additional exemption plus tax ceiling saves hundreds annually
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Key Details
- Additional $10,000 school tax exemption at age 65
- Tax ceiling freezes school taxes
- No income requirements
- Apply with Ellis County Appraisal District
- Permanent exemption once qualified
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
- 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 appraisal district after turning 65
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Texas Over-65 Property Tax Exemption in Ovilla, TX?
The Grant Map record states: $10,000 school tax exemption plus ceiling. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Texas Over-65 Property Tax Exemption in Ovilla?
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 Texas Over-65 Property Tax Exemption in Ovilla, TX?
Confirm the application route directly with Ellis County Tax Assessor-Collector; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (972) 825-5151. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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