Homeowners in Irving have opportunities to lower their property tax burden through the City's Homestead Exemption and the Over 65/Disabled Persons Exemption. Both exemptions reduce a property's taxable value, thereby decreasing the amount of taxes owed on a primary residence. According to the Dallas Central Appraisal District, City Tax Exemptions saved Irving property owners $109,343,188 in 2024.
Homestead Exemption
This tax benefit is available for homeowners who use a property as their primary residence. The City of Irving offers a 20% exemption on your home's assessed value, with a minimum exemption of $5,000.
Eligibility:
- You must own and occupy the property as your primary residence on January 1 of the tax year.
- You cannot claim a homestead exemption on any other property.
Over 65/Disabled Persons Exemption
This is an additional tax reduction for homeowners who are either 65 years or older or meet specific disability criteria. The City of Irving provides a $55,000 exemption for both seniors (65+) and disabled individuals.
Eligibility:
- Over 65: You must be 65 years old or older on January 1 of the tax year.
- Disabled: You must meet the Social Security Administration's definition of disability and provide appropriate documentation.
Applications for all property tax exemptions must be filed directly with the Dallas Central Appraisal District. For more information, visit Dallascad.org or call (214) 631-0910.
2025 Appraisal Protests Underway
The Dallas County Appraisal Review Board (ARB) has received over 225,000 protests to date for 2025. Due to this high volume, not all accounts have been scheduled for an ARB Hearing yet. ARB Hearings are likely to continue through September 2025.
