Texas Senior Property Tax Deferral

Taylor County Tax Office

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

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

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

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.

Deadline: Apply anytime after age 65

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