Kaufman County · Texas
Kaufman County homestead exemption
In Kaufman County, you apply for the homestead exemption with the Kaufman Central Appraisal District; the deadline is April 30 (state deadline).
- Office
- Kaufman Central Appraisal District
- Deadline
- April 30Statewide deadline
- State exemption
- $140,000 off assessed value
- Renewal
- Renews automaticallyStatewide rule
Kaufman CAD links its online forms portal from its forms page, and the paper Form 50-114 is linked there too. Send a copy of your driver's license with the application. There is no fee to apply.
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Local homestead amounts in Kaufman County
| Exemption | Taxing unit | Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaufman County over-65 exemption Kaufman County adds a local $15,000 over-65 exemption. Kaufman CAD's 2026 list shows no local general homestead exemption for the county. | Kaufman County | $15,000 off assessed value | Source |
| City of Forney over-65 exemption Forney gives a local $65,000 over-65 exemption and $35,000 for disabled owners. The list shows no local general homestead exemption for the city. | City of Forney | $65,000 off assessed value | Source |
| City of Terrell homestead exemption Terrell offers a local 10% homestead exemption and $5,000 for owners 65 or older. | City of Terrell | 10% of value | Source |
| Forney ISD homestead exemption Forney ISD applies the state $140,000 homestead exemption plus $60,000 for owners 65 or older or disabled. | Forney ISD | $140,000 off assessed value | Source |
How to check if you already have it
Look at your latest property tax bill or assessment notice. The exemptions line lists any homestead exemption on your account.
Texas rules that apply here
- You have an ownership interest in the home.
- You live in it as your principal residence.
- You do not claim a homestead exemption on any other home, in or outside Texas.
- Your driver's license or state ID address must match the home's address (some waivers apply).
Full Texas homestead guide: amounts, senior and veteran exemptions, late filing and portability.
Sources
- Forms · Kaufman Central Appraisal District
- Exemption Amounts 2026 · Kaufman Central Appraisal District
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