Durham County Tax Administration
Durham County Elderly/Disabled Property Tax Relief is available to homeowners in Durham, NC.
Property tax exclusion for Durham County homeowners age 65+ or totally and permanently disabled with income below $37,200 (2024). Excludes 50% of assessed home value or $25,000, whichever is greater, from property taxes.
Estimated annual tax savings based on median assessed value reduction
Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.
Data last verified 2026-05-25. How we verify our data.
In Durham, NC, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
A grant-savvy contractor in Durham, NC can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.
Documents you will likely need
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Apply by June 1 annually
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Email us about this programDurham County Elderly/Disabled Property Tax Relief is open to homeowners in Durham, NC. It serves seniors.
Apply directly with Durham County Tax Administration using the official program link on this page or call (919) 560-0300. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Apply by June 1 annually.
Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.
Rebates and discounts that stack on top of any grant. Most are free to use.
This is just one of many grants, rebates, and free programs available. Stack them together to maximize your savings.
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