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District of Columbia Homestead Exemption & Property Tax Relief

The main statewide homestead exemption or property tax relief program for District of Columbia homeowners, summarized from the official state source with the date we last checked it.

Homestead Deduction

DC Office of Tax and Revenue

Most homeowners Seniors Disability

What it does
Reduces the assessed value of an owner-occupied DC home before tax is calculated. Seniors and people with disabilities can also get a 50% reduction in property tax.
Who qualifies
Owners domiciled in DC whose principal residence has five or fewer units.
How to apply
Apply online through MyTax.DC.gov.

Last checked Oct 21, 2026 · Official source ↗

How to apply in District of Columbia

  1. Confirm the home is your primary residence and that you owned and lived in it by the qualifying date your county uses.
  2. Find your local office. Apply online through MyTax.DC.gov.
  3. Gather proof: usually a deed or closing statement, a driver's license or state ID at the property address, and (for senior, disability or veteran relief) proof of age, disability rating or income.
  4. File and keep a copy. Filing is free.
  5. Check your next tax bill or assessment notice to confirm the exemption appears.

Estimate your savings See filing deadlines

Buying a home in District of Columbia? Before you close, see the District of Columbia down payment assistance programs on DPA Finder. After you move in, file your homestead application as soon as your county allows.

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