Florida Senior Additional Homestead Exemption (Low-Income, 65+)

About This Program

Florida allows county and municipal governments to grant an additional homestead exemption up to $50,000 for homeowners who are age 65 or older as of January 1 and whose household adjusted gross income does not exceed $38,686 (2025 income for 2026 tax year). Miami-Dade County offers this Long-Term Resident Senior Exemption, which can effectively eliminate the county's ad valorem portion of the tax bill for qualifying seniors.

Household adjusted gross income cap is $38,686 (2025 income figure for 2026 tax year). Apply by March 1 with Form DR-501 and DR-501SC (Household Income Sworn Statement).

Key Details

• Additional $50,000 exemption for homeowners 65+ with limited income
• Household adjusted gross income must not exceed $38,686 (2025 income)
• Can eliminate or significantly reduce the county's ad valorem tax portion
• Apply by March 1 with Form DR-501 and DR-501SC
• Call Miami-Dade Property Appraiser at 305-375-4712

How to Apply

Deadline: March 1 annually