How to apply for Murray County Local Senior Homestead Exemptions (62+, 65+, 70+) in Georgia
Murray County Tax Commissioner and Board of Tax Assessors, 101 S 3rd Ave, Chatsworth
Who it's for
Murray County has several local homestead exemptions for older homeowners, on top of Georgia's statewide exemptions. They use earned income only; Social Security and certain retirement income do not count. Homeowners 62 and older with earned income under $20,000 can take $32,000 off the assessed value for school taxes. Homeowners 62 and older with earned income of $10,000 or less can take $40,000 off for school taxes. Homeowners 65 and older with earned income of $10,000 or less can take up to $12,000 off for county taxes and up to $40,000 for school taxes. Homeowners 70 and older in the Murray County School District can take $80,000 off for school taxes. Apply January 1 to April 1, or within 45 days of your assessment notice. Call 706-695-3423.
You must own and live in the home. Each exemption has its own age and earned-income limit (Social Security and certain retirement income are not counted). The Board of Tax Assessors makes the final decision.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Proof of age
- Proof of earned income for you and your spouse for the prior year (for the income-based exemptions)
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 706-695-3423
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Murray County Local Senior Homestead Exemptions (62+, 65+, 70+). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need proof of age, proof of earned income for you and your spouse for the prior year (for the income-based exemptions) — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"
Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.
Renewals
tell the Tax Assessors Office if you no longer qualify
Related programs
Other help that people in the same situation often look at.
- Tax ReliefGeorgia Senior Homestead Exemption (Age 65+ — $4,000)Georgia Department of Revenue — administered by your county tax commissioner / board of tax assessors
- Tax ReliefFederal Credit for the Elderly or the Disabled (IRS Schedule R)Internal Revenue Service
- Energy AssistanceEnergy Assistance (LIHEAP) — North Georgia Community ActionNorth Georgia Community Action, Inc. (NGCA) — the designated Community Action Agency for Murray and the far-northwest / mountain counties
- Energy AssistanceGeorgia Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)Georgia Department of Human Services, Division of Family & Children Services — delivered through local Community Action Agencies
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.