Texas Over-65 Property Tax Exemption

Brazoria County Appraisal District

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Texas Over-65 Property Tax Exemption is available to homeowners in Lake Jackson, TX.

Texas homeowners aged 65 or older receive an additional $10,000 homestead exemption on their property taxes. School district taxes are frozen at the amount for the year you turned 65 or qualified for the exemption.

Estimate based on $10,000 exemption at typical 2.5% tax rate; school taxes frozen

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

In Lake Jackson, TX, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Additional $10,000 homestead exemption for seniors 65+
  • School district taxes frozen at age-65 amount
  • No income limits
  • Apply at Brazoria County Appraisal District
  • Takes effect January 1 after approval

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Lake Jackson, TX can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

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.
  • 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 on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Apply anytime after turning 65

Questions about this program?

Ask us. It is free, and a real person answers within a business day.

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Texas Over-65 Property Tax Exemption provide in Lake Jackson, TX?

Additional $10,000 homestead exemption.

Who qualifies for Texas Over-65 Property Tax Exemption in Lake Jackson?

Texas Over-65 Property Tax Exemption is open to homeowners in Lake Jackson, TX. It has no income limit. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for Texas Over-65 Property Tax Exemption in Lake Jackson, TX?

Apply directly with Brazoria County Appraisal District using the official program link on this page or call (979) 849-7792. There is no middleman and no fee.

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