Texas Senior Property Tax Deferral

Taylor County Tax Office

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Texas Senior Property Tax Deferral is available to homeowners in Merkel, TX.

Texas homeowners age 65 or older (or disabled) can defer paying property taxes on their homestead until the property is sold or no longer their primary residence. Interest accrues at 5% annually but no payments are due.

Full property tax deferral with 5% annual interest; repaid when home is sold

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

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

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

Key Details

  • Defer all property taxes on homestead
  • Available to homeowners age 65+
  • Also available to disabled homeowners
  • Interest accrues at 5% annually
  • Repaid when home is sold or transferred

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Merkel, 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

  • 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 age 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

Who qualifies for Texas Senior Property Tax Deferral in Merkel?

Texas Senior Property Tax Deferral is open to homeowners in Merkel, TX. It has no income limit. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for Texas Senior Property Tax Deferral in Merkel, TX?

Apply directly with Taylor County Tax Office using the official program link on this page or call (325) 674-1275. There is no middleman and no fee.

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