Tennessee · Robertson County · Local exemptions · Updated Oct 2026
Robertson County, TN property tax exemptions (2026)
The property tax breaks that are set or run locally in Robertson County, on top of Tennessee’s statewide rules: what each is worth here, who qualifies, where to apply and the deadline.
What is different in Robertson County
Robertson County and the cities of Greenbrier, Portland, Springfield and White House have adopted Tennessee's local-option Tax Freeze for homeowners 65 and older; for 2026 the county limit is $63,470 of 2025 income. Apply every year at the Robertson County Trustee (city taxes: city collecting official). State Tax Relief rules are the same statewide.
Apply at
Robertson County Trustee
Phone
615-384-4238
Local breaks
Property Tax Freeze (Robertson County taxes), Property Tax Freeze (City of Greenbrier taxes), Property Tax Freeze (City of Portland taxes), Property Tax Freeze (City of Springfield taxes), Property Tax Freeze (City of White House taxes)
Freezes the county property tax on your home at the amount owed in the first year you qualify; it can go down but not up while you requalify each year (improvements raise the base).
Set by
county
Tax year
2026
Who qualifies
Owner-occupant 65 or older by December 31, 2026, with combined 2025 income (you, your spouse and all owners on the deed) at or below $63,470.
Income limit
$63,470 for tax year 2026 (local option limit adopted by the county)
How to apply
Apply every year at the Robertson County Trustee with proof of age, ownership and 2025 income (federal tax return, or income documents/affidavit if you do not file).
Deadline
35 days after the tax delinquency date (for 2026 county taxes, usually April 5, 2027); own and live in the home through that date.
Freezes the City of Portland property tax on your home at the amount owed in the first year you qualify.
Set by
city
Tax year
2026
Who qualifies
Owner-occupant inside Portland city limits (Robertson County part), 65 or older by December 31, 2026, with combined 2025 income at or below $46,600. The Sumner County part of Portland uses $48,550.
Income limit
$46,600 for tax year 2026
How to apply
Apply every year to the city collecting official for Portland city taxes (in some counties the county trustee takes city applications too).
Deadline
35 days after the city tax delinquency date (city dates can differ from the county's).
Freezes the City of Springfield property tax on your home at the amount owed in the first year you qualify.
Set by
city
Tax year
2026
Who qualifies
Owner-occupant inside Springfield city limits (Robertson County part), 65 or older by December 31, 2026, with combined 2025 income at or below $63,470.
Income limit
$63,470 for tax year 2026 (local option limit)
How to apply
Apply every year to the city collecting official for Springfield city taxes (in some counties the county trustee takes city applications too).
Deadline
35 days after the city tax delinquency date (city dates can differ from the county's).
Freezes the City of White House property tax on your home at the amount owed in the first year you qualify.
Set by
city
Tax year
2026
Who qualifies
Owner-occupant inside White House city limits (Robertson County part), 65 or older by December 31, 2026, with combined 2025 income at or below $63,470. The Sumner County part of White House uses $48,550.
Income limit
$63,470 for tax year 2026 (local option limit)
How to apply
Apply every year to the city collecting official for White House city taxes (in some counties the county trustee takes city applications too).
Deadline
35 days after the city tax delinquency date (city dates can differ from the county's).
Roughly what an exemption could save you a year: the value it takes off, times your tax rate.
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Questions about property tax exemptions in Robertson County
What property tax exemptions are there in Robertson County?
Robertson County and the cities of Greenbrier, Portland, Springfield and White House have adopted Tennessee's local-option Tax Freeze for homeowners 65 and older; for 2026 the county limit is $63,470 of 2025 income. Apply every year at the Robertson County Trustee (city taxes: city collecting official). State Tax Relief rules are the same statewide. Local breaks here: Property Tax Freeze (Robertson County taxes); Property Tax Freeze (City of Greenbrier taxes); Property Tax Freeze (City of Portland taxes); Property Tax Freeze (City of Springfield taxes); Property Tax Freeze (City of White House taxes).
Where do I apply for a property tax exemption in Robertson County?
Robertson County Trustee Phone: 615-384-4238 Address: 515 S Brown St, Springfield, TN 37172. Also: Robertson County Assessor of Property, which sets the assessed value (appeals, ownership records). Also: TN Comptroller, Property Tax Relief, which state program: Tax Relief for elderly, disabled and disabled veteran homeowners.
When is the deadline to apply in Robertson County?
Property Tax Freeze (Robertson County taxes): 35 days after the tax delinquency date (for 2026 county taxes, usually April 5, 2027); own and live in the home through that date. Property Tax Freeze (City of Greenbrier taxes): 35 days after the city tax delinquency date (city dates can differ from the county's). Property Tax Freeze (City of Portland taxes): 35 days after the city tax delinquency date (city dates can differ from the county's). Property Tax Freeze (City of Springfield taxes): 35 days after the city tax delinquency date (city dates can differ from the county's). Property Tax Freeze (City of White House taxes): 35 days after the city tax delinquency date (city dates can differ from the county's).
Is there an income limit for Robertson County’s local breaks?
Property Tax Freeze (Robertson County taxes): $63,470 for tax year 2026 (local option limit adopted by the county) Property Tax Freeze (City of Greenbrier taxes): $63,470 for tax year 2026 (local option limit) Property Tax Freeze (City of Portland taxes): $46,600 for tax year 2026. Property Tax Freeze (City of Springfield taxes): $63,470 for tax year 2026 (local option limit) Property Tax Freeze (City of White House taxes): $63,470 for tax year 2026 (local option limit)
Do I have to reapply every year in Robertson County?
Property Tax Freeze (Robertson County taxes): Every year. Property Tax Freeze (City of Greenbrier taxes): Every year. Property Tax Freeze (City of Portland taxes): Every year. Property Tax Freeze (City of Springfield taxes): Every year. Property Tax Freeze (City of White House taxes): Every year.
Good to know in Robertson County
The Robertson County Trustee states the $63,470 limit, up to 5 acres, and an April 5, 2027 deadline.
The $63,470 limit is the local option limit for 2026 (state law ties it to the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment); the Comptroller's standard limit for the county would be lower.
Median effective tax rate for Robertson County: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2020–2024 5-year estimates, county figures as published by Tax Foundation. The rate is property taxes paid divided by home value.