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Bexar County Homestead Exemption 2026 – How to Apply in San Antonio & Save on Property Taxes

Owning a home in San Antonio or Bexar County comes with a major tax-saving benefit — the Texas Homestead Exemption. This exemption reduces your home’s taxable value, directly lowering your annual property tax bill. Here’s how the Bexar County exemption works in 2025 and how you can apply step-by-step.

How Much is the Bexar County Homestead Exemption amount?

  • School Districts offer a $140,000 general homestead exemption.
  • Bexar County itself provides a 20% exemption on your home’s appraised value.
  • City of San Antonio provides a 20% exemption.
  • The Road & Flood Control District offers $3,000 or 20%, whichever is greater.
  • The Bexar County Hospital District provides 20% off your taxable value.

Official list of current exemptions in Bexar County

Example Savings:

If your home’s appraised value is $350,000 and your school district tax rate is 1.3%, you’d save $1,300+ on school taxes alone — plus additional savings from other taxing units.

Seniors (65+) and disabled homeowners receive additional $60,000 deductions on their school district taxes.

How to Apply for Bexar County Homestead Exemption

You can apply online or by mail.

  1. Download and fill out the Homestead Exemption Application (Form 50-114).
  2. Attach copies of:
    • Your Texas Driver’s License or ID with your homestead address
    • (Optional) Utility bill showing the same address
  3. Submit it by:
    • Mail:
      Bexar Appraisal District
      P.O. Box 830248
      San Antonio, TX 78283-0248
    • In-person: 411 N. Frio St, San Antonio, TX

You’ll receive confirmation once BCAD processes your exemption.

⏰ Deadlines and Retroactive Filing

Documents Required

  • Texas Driver’s License or State ID matching the property address
  • Proof of occupancy (utility bill, voter registration, or vehicle registration)
  • For over-65 or disabled exemptions, provide a birth certificate, driver’s license, or disability award letter

How to Check Your Homestead Exemption Status

  1. Go to Bexar County Appraisal District’s property search
  2. Search for your property
  3. Open your Property Details page
  4. Look under “Exemptions” — if you see “HS”, your homestead exemption is active

Sample showing Bexar County homestead exemption status in BCAD property record

FAQs

How much is the homestead exemption in San Antonio, Bexar County?

Homeowners in Bexar County get $140,000 off from their school district, and 20% off from Bexar County and the City of San Antonio.

Is the Bexar County homestead exemption form online?

Bexar county’s homestead exemption application isn’t fully online. You can download the fillable PDF form fill it up and submit it with supporting documents via mail or in-person.

What is the Bexar County homestead exemption deadline?

Applications are due April 30 each year, but you can apply anytime after moving in once your driver’s license is updated.

Can I claim a missed exemption from previous years?

Yes, Texas law allows you to file retroactively for up to 2 previous tax years.

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