Texas Over-65 Homestead Exemption

Cooke County Appraisal District

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Texas homeowners age 65 or older receive an additional $10,000 homestead exemption and a property tax ceiling that freezes school taxes at the amount paid when exemption begins. Ceiling remains in effect as long as you own and occupy the home.

Tax savings based on $10,000 exemption plus frozen school tax rate

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

Key Details

  • Additional $10,000 property tax exemption
  • School tax ceiling freezes at application year
  • Available to homeowners age 65+
  • No income requirement
  • Apply with Cooke County Appraisal District

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Muenster, TX can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

Deadline: Apply by April 30 of tax year

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