North Carolina Elderly & Disabled Property Tax Relief

Brunswick County Tax Administration

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

North Carolina program allowing qualifying seniors (65+) and totally disabled persons to exclude up to $25,000 or 50% of assessed home value (whichever is greater) from property taxes. Income and asset limits apply.

Tax savings based on home value and county rate; typical savings $400-$800/year

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-17.

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

Key Details

  • Property tax exclusion for seniors 65+ or totally disabled
  • Excludes $25,000 or 50% of home value (whichever is greater)
  • Income limit: $33,500 for 2024
  • Asset limit: $60,000 (excluding home and car)
  • Apply by June 1 annually with Brunswick County Tax Office

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(910) 253-2880

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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.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Download this checklist (PDF)

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: Apply by June 1 for current tax year

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