Florida Homestead Property Tax Exemption
Hillsborough County Property Appraiser
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Florida Homestead Property Tax Exemption in its Tampa, FL research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Florida homeowners using their property as a primary residence qualify for the Homestead Exemption, reducing assessed value by up to $50,722 (annually inflation-adjusted) and activating Save Our Homes, which caps future assessment increases at 3% per year. Low-income seniors 65+ may qualify for an additional exemption. Must apply by March 1.
Ongoing annual tax savings. Tax savings depend on local millage rate; average savings are approximately $500-$1,500 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 Tampa, FL, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- City of Tampa Housing Rehabilitation & Renovation Program (HRRP) Up to $100,000
- City of Tampa Healthy Homes Program Up to $100,000
- Hillsborough County Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation (OOR) Program Up to $100,000
- My Safe Florida Home Wind Mitigation Grant Up to $10,000 (2:1 state match for moderate-income; full grant for low-income)
Key Details
- Up to $50,722 off assessed value for primary residence
- Activates Save Our Homes cap: max 3% annual assessment increase
- Additional exemption available for low-income seniors 65+
- Apply by March 1 at Hillsborough County Property Appraiser
- No income requirement for the base exemption
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.
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
- 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 March 1 of the tax year
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Florida Homestead Property Tax Exemption in Tampa, FL?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $50,000. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Florida Homestead Property Tax Exemption in Tampa?
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 Florida Homestead Property Tax Exemption in Tampa, FL?
Confirm the application route directly with Hillsborough County Property Appraiser; use the cited source on this page as a starting point. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Apply by March 1 of the tax year.
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