As a homeowner, you’re entitled to a homestead exemption that will discount the property taxes you’re required to pay on your primary residence.
The filing period is January 1 to April 30, so if you moved in 2017, now’s the time to file. Below are the links to exemption forms.
- Travis County: Mailing Address: P.O. BOX 149012, Austin, TX 78714-9012 or File Online
- Williamson County:Mailing Address: 625 FM 1460, Georgetown, TX 78626-8050 File Online
- Hays County: Mailing Address: 21001 IH 35 North, Kyle, Texas 78640
- Bastrop County: Mailing Address: P.O. Box 578, Bastrop, TX 78602 or Call 512-303-1930 ext. 22
- Burnet County: Mailing Address: P.O. Box 908, Burnet, TX 78611-0908
- Llano County: Mailing Address: 103 E. Sandstone St., Llano, Texas 78643
To apply, you must own and occupy your home as your principal residence as of January 1 of the year for which you’re filing the exemption. For more information, check out the FAQ’s on the Texas Comptroller’s website, and don't wait, as the filing deadline is April 30.
You should receive a preliminary assessment for your home in May or June. If you need help protesting your assessed tax value, contact us. We can help you prepare by providing a list of recent homes sales in your neighborhood.
