Florida Veteran $5,000 Property Tax Exemption (10%+ Disability)

Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser

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About This Program

Florida Veteran $5,000 Property Tax Exemption (10%+ Disability) is available to homeowners in Miami, FL.

Florida veterans with an honorable discharge and a VA-certified service-connected disability rating of 10% or greater are entitled to a $5,000 reduction in their property's assessed value. This exemption does not require homestead status and can be stacked with the standard homestead exemption and other applicable exemptions. Veterans age 65+ with combat-related disability may qualify for an additional sliding-scale exemption.

This is a $5,000 assessed value reduction, not a full exemption. At Miami-Dade millage rates, saves approximately $95-$120/year. Can be stacked with homestead and senior exemptions.

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

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

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

Key Details

  • $5,000 assessed value reduction for veterans with 10%+ service-connected disability
  • Honorable discharge required, does not require homestead status
  • Saves approximately $95-$120 per year at current Miami-Dade millage
  • Can be combined with homestead, senior, and total disability exemptions
  • Apply by March 1 at Miami-Dade Property Appraiser: 305-375-4712

How to Apply

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305-375-4712

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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 military service (DD-214) and, for disability-based grants, your VA disability rating letter.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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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: March 1 annually

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Florida Veteran $5,000 Property Tax Exemption (10%+ Disability) provide in Miami, FL?

$5,000 assessed value reduction.

Who qualifies for Florida Veteran $5,000 Property Tax Exemption (10%+ Disability) in Miami?

Florida Veteran $5,000 Property Tax Exemption (10%+ Disability) is open to homeowners in Miami, FL. It has no income limit. It serves veterans and military families.

How do I apply for Florida Veteran $5,000 Property Tax Exemption (10%+ Disability) in Miami, FL?

Apply directly with Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser using the official program link on this page or call 305-375-4712. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: March 1 annually.

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