California Disabled Veterans' Property Tax Exemption

Los Angeles County Assessor

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

California property tax exemption for disabled veterans, unmarried surviving spouses, or low-income veterans over 65. Exemption amount ranges from $115,000 to $196,863 based on disability rating and household income. Can result in $1,200-2,000+ annual property tax savings in Santa Monica.

Exemption amount varies by disability rating and income, saves $1,200-2,000+ annually

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

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

Key Details

  • Exemption up to $196,863 for disabled veterans
  • Household income limit: $62,695 (basic), $93,043 (low-income)
  • Must have service-connected disability or be 65+
  • Can save $1,200-2,000+ annually
  • Retroactive relief available up to 4 years

How to Apply

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(213) 974-3211

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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 military service (DD-214) and, for disability-based grants, your VA disability rating letter.
  • 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).
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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: Rolling applications, retroactive relief available

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