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Smith County homestead exemption

In Smith County, you apply for the homestead exemption with the Smith County Appraisal District; the deadline is April 30 (state deadline).

Office
Smith County Appraisal District
Deadline
April 30Statewide deadline
State exemption
$140,000 off assessed value
Renewal
Renews automaticallyStatewide rule

Smith CAD links the state homestead application, Form 50-114, from its Exemptions page. You must include a Texas driver's license or state ID showing the homestead address.

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Local homestead amounts in Smith County

Smith County local exemptions
ExemptionTaxing unitAmountSource
Smith County over-65 exemption
Smith CAD's exemption chart lists no percentage homestead exemption for Smith County and a $25,000 over-65 exemption.
Smith County$25,000 off assessed valueSource
City of Tyler homestead exemption
Tyler offers a 10% homestead exemption with a $5,000 minimum.
Tyler City10% of valueSource
City of Tyler over-65 exemption
Tyler gives a $6,000 over-65 exemption and no disability exemption.
Tyler City$6,000 off assessed valueSource
Tyler ISD homestead exemption
Tyler ISD shows the state $140,000 homestead exemption and $60,000 for over-65 and disabled owners.
Tyler ISD$140,000 off assessed valueSource

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.

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