New Jersey Veterans Property Tax Deduction

NJ Division of Taxation

Available Veteran Housing

About This Program

$250 annual property tax deduction for honorably discharged veterans of any war period who are New Jersey residents. Surviving spouses who have not remarried may also qualify.

$250 deduction reduces assessed value of home

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-17.

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

Key Details

  • $250 annual property tax deduction
  • Available to all honorably discharged veterans
  • No income requirement
  • Surviving spouses may qualify
  • Apply annually with local tax assessor by Oct 1

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(609) 292-7974

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • 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.
  • Proof of military service (DD-214) and, for disability-based grants, your VA disability rating letter.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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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 with local tax assessor by October 1

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