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Loudoun County, VA property tax exemptions (2026)

The property tax breaks that are set or run locally in Loudoun County, on top of Virginia’s statewide rules: what each is worth here, who qualifies, where to apply and the deadline.

What is different in Loudoun County

Loudoun County grants a full (100%) real estate tax exemption to owners 65+ or totally and permanently disabled with 2025 household income up to $87,000 and net worth up to $498,000, and a 50% exemption at higher net worth (up to $1,028,000) with lower income limits. Relief covers the home and up to three acres; returning applicants file by April 1 and first-time applicants by December 31.

Apply at: Loudoun County Commissioner of the Revenue – Tax Relief
Phone: 703-737-8557
Local breaks: Real Estate Tax Relief for Older Adults & Residents with Disabilities
Tax year: 2026

Where to apply in Loudoun County

Loudoun County Commissioner of the Revenue – Tax Relief

Phone: 703-737-8557
Address: 1 Harrison St. SE, 1st Floor, Leesburg, VA 20175 (also 46000 Center Oak Plaza, Sterling); mail: PO Box 8000, Leesburg, VA 20177-9804

Official exemptions page

Local exemptions in Loudoun County

Seniors

Real Estate Tax Relief for Older Adults & Residents with Disabilities

100% exemption with income $0-$87,000 and net worth up to $498,000. 50% exemption with: income up to $79,000 and net worth $498,000.01-$635,000; up to $71,000 and $635,000.01-$771,000; up to $63,000 and $771,000.01-$907,000; up to $55,000 and $907,000.01-$1,028,000. Applies to the home and up to 3 acres; manufactured homes may qualify.

Set by: county
Tax year: 2026
Who qualifies: Age 65+ or permanently and totally disabled on Dec. 31, 2025; owned and occupied as sole residence on Jan. 1, 2026. 2025 combined gross income of owners, spouse and resident relatives up to $87,000 (up to $10,000 of spouse's and each relative's income deducted; all disability income deducted; bona fide caregiver income excluded). Net worth excludes the home and up to 10 acres. If co-owned with someone unmarried who does not qualify: net worth limit $765,251 including the home.
Income limit: $87,000 combined gross income (2025); net worth $498,000 for 100% (up to $1,028,000 for 50%)
How to apply: Submit the 2026 application (DocuSign webform or PDF) to the Commissioner of the Revenue with ID for age, income and asset records; use the secure Document Upload Portal for sensitive documents.
Form: 2026 Real Estate and/or Vehicle Tax Relief Application (PDF)
Deadline: April 1, 2026 for returning applicants; December 31, 2026 for first-time real estate applicants.
Renewal: Triennial: full application every 3 years, one-page certification in the years between (forms mailed in February).

Source: official page

State exemptions that also apply here

These breaks come from Virginia law. Their full rules, forms and deadlines are on the Virginia page.

Real Estate Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled (local option)Set by each locality (only where the local government offers it)
Real Estate Tax Deferral for the Elderly and Disabled (local option)(only where the local government offers it)
Real Estate Tax Exemption for Disabled VeteransFull exemption
Exemption for Surviving Spouses of Armed Forces Members Who Died in the Line of DutyFull exemption
Exemption for Surviving Spouses of First Responders Killed in the Line of Duty (local option)Full exemption (only where the local government offers it)

All Virginia property tax exemptions

By group in Virginia: Seniors · Veterans · Disability · Surviving spouses

Savings estimate for Loudoun County

Roughly what an exemption could save you a year: the value it takes off, times your tax rate.

Exemption

Value taken off ($)

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Tax rate (%)

Loudoun County median effective rate: 0.80% (taxes paid as a share of home value). Use your own rate if you know it.

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Median effective rate in Loudoun County: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2020–2024 5-year estimates, county figures as published by Tax Foundation. It is a county-wide middle value; rates differ by town and school district.

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Eligibility finder for Loudoun County

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Document checklist for Loudoun County

Pick the breaks you plan to apply for. You get a checklist of forms, documents, steps and deadlines to print or keep on your phone.

Questions about property tax exemptions in Loudoun County

What property tax exemptions are there in Loudoun County?

Where do I apply for a property tax exemption in Loudoun County?

Loudoun County Commissioner of the Revenue – Tax Relief Phone: 703-737-8557 Address: 1 Harrison St. SE, 1st Floor, Leesburg, VA 20175 (also 46000 Center Oak Plaza, Sterling); mail: PO Box 8000, Leesburg, VA 20177-9804.

When is the deadline to apply in Loudoun County?

Real Estate Tax Relief for Older Adults & Residents with Disabilities: April 1, 2026 for returning applicants; December 31, 2026 for first-time real estate applicants.

Is there an income limit for Loudoun County’s local breaks?

Real Estate Tax Relief for Older Adults & Residents with Disabilities: $87,000 combined gross income (2025); net worth $498,000 for 100% (up to $1,028,000 for 50%)

Do I have to reapply every year in Loudoun County?

Real Estate Tax Relief for Older Adults & Residents with Disabilities: Triennial: full application every 3 years, one-page certification in the years between (forms mailed in February).

Good to know in Loudoun County

Notify the Commissioner within 30 days of selling, moving out, or the death of the qualifying applicant.
Vehicle relief (one vehicle) has lower limits: $52,000 income, $195,000 net worth.

Think your assessed value is too high? See how to appeal in Loudoun County.

Sources

Loudoun County – Tax Relief for Older Adults & Residents with Disabilities
2026 Tax Relief Application and Information (PDF)
Loudoun County – Tax Relief, Exemptions & Deferrals
Median effective tax rate for Loudoun 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.

Last checked: Oct 2026.