WA State Senior & Disabled Property Tax Exemption
Washington State Dept. of Revenue / King County Assessor
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs WA State Senior & Disabled Property Tax Exemption in its Seattle, WA research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Washington State offers property tax exemptions for homeowners age 61+ or those unable to work due to disability (any age) or disabled veterans with 80%+ VA rating. For tax year 2026 in King County, households earning up to $84,000 qualify across three income tiers that determine the exemption level. Senate Bill 6162 (signed March 2026) will raise the income ceiling to $100,000 starting with the 2027 tax year. Exempted value is frozen and excess levies are eliminated.
Annual tax savings vary widely based on assessed home value and tier; typical savings range from $500 to $3,000+ per year.
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Seattle, WA, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- Seattle HomeWise Home Repair Loan Program Up to $24,000
- Seattle HomeWise Home Repair Grant Up to $10,000
- Seattle HomeWise Weatherization Program No-cost program (avg. $18,000 value)
- Seattle Side Sewer Assistance Program Up to $15,000
Key Details
- Freezes assessed property value and eliminates excess levies
- Must be 61+ or disabled; income up to $84,000 (King Co. 2026)
- Three income tiers determine level of exemption
- Disabled veterans with 80%+ VA rating qualify at any age
- Apply at senior-exemption.kingcounty.gov or call 206-296-3920
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.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- Proof of military service (DD-214) and, for disability-based grants, your VA disability rating letter.
- 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.
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- 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: December 31 annually (assessment year)
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Frequently asked questions
What audience tags are recorded for WA State Senior & Disabled Property Tax Exemption in Seattle?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It carries a senior-related tag. It carries a veteran-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for WA State Senior & Disabled Property Tax Exemption in Seattle, WA?
Confirm the application route directly with Washington State Dept. of Revenue / King County Assessor; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 206-296-3920. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: December 31 annually (assessment year).
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