Bexar County, TX: homestead & property-tax exemptions

How to claim property-tax exemptions in Bexar County (San Antonio area): who qualifies, the deadline, where to file, documents, re-filing and appeals.

Last checked 2026-10-21 · 4 official sources

Exemptions available

• General residence homestead exemption. State-mandated school exemptions apply ($140,000 general; additional $60,000 for 65+/disabled). See the Texas page. ^[1][2]

Statewide exemption details: Texas guide.

Who qualifies

• The property must be your primary residence and you must have an ownership interest. You can't claim a homestead exemption on another residence in Texas or anywhere else. ^[1]
• If you buy after January 1, you may qualify for the rest of the year if the previous owner wasn't already claiming the exemption. ^[1]

Deadline

• Texas general deadline: before May 1. Late homestead applications: see the Texas page. ^[2]

Where and how to file

• Online at bcad.org (Online Services; create a login and upload your ID). ^[1]
• Or download the application under Forms and submit it electronically at help.bcad.org, by mail, by fax, or in person (411 N Frio St, San Antonio). BCAD says there's never a fee to apply. ^[1]

Documents needed

• A copy of your Texas driver's license or TX ID card showing the property address. Active military without a Texas license or ID may submit a military ID plus a utility bill for the property. ^[1]

Do you need to re-file?

• No annual reapplication. The exemption generally stays in effect while you qualify, but it can be affected by a move, the applicant's death, or not responding to a request such as a Homestead Audit Verification letter. You must notify BCAD of changes. ^[1]

Appeal deadline

• Texas protest rule: May 15 or 30 days after the notice of appraised value is mailed, whichever is later. ^[3]

Population: 2,127,737 (July 1, 2024 estimate) ^[4]

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