Virginia · Rappahannock County · Local exemptions · Updated Oct 2026

Rappahannock County, VA property tax exemptions (2026)

The property tax breaks that are set or run locally in Rappahannock 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 Rappahannock County

For 2026 applications, Rappahannock County's relief for owners 65+ or handicapped allows household income up to $50,000 and net worth up to $200,000 (excluding the home and up to 10 acres). The award covers the dwelling and up to five acres and is capped at $2,500. Locally, the 100% disabled veteran exemption also covers the dwelling and up to five acres.

Apply at
Rappahannock County Commissioner of the Revenue
Phone
540-675-5370
Local breaks
Real Estate Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled, Tax Relief for Disabled Veterans (local acreage)
Tax year
2026

Where to apply in Rappahannock County

Rappahannock County Commissioner of the Revenue

Phone
540-675-5370
Official exemptions page

Local exemptions in Rappahannock County

Seniors

Real Estate Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled

Relief on the dwelling and up to five acres; maximum $2,500 per applicant.

Set by
county
Tax year
2026
Who qualifies
65+ or handicapped; prior-year combined household income of owners and occupants up to $50,000 (first $1,000 excluded for occupants other than owner/spouse); net worth up to $200,000 excluding the home and up to 10 acres.
Income limit
$50,000 household income; $200,000 net worth
How to apply
Call the Commissioner of the Revenue (540-675-5370) for an appointment to apply.
Deadline
Returning applicants file between January 1 and April 1; new applicants call for an appointment.
Renewal
Every year.

Source: official page

Disabled veterans

Tax Relief for Disabled Veterans (local acreage)

Exemption on the dwelling and up to five acres where it sits.

Set by
state program, local amount
Tax year
2026
Who qualifies
Veteran with a 100% service-connected, permanent and total disability, or qualifying surviving spouse.
How to apply
Bring the VA letter of disability to the Commissioner of the Revenue.

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.

All Virginia property tax exemptions

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

Savings estimate for Rappahannock County

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

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Rappahannock County median effective rate: 0.49% (taxes paid as a share of home value). Use your own rate if you know it.

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Median effective rate in Rappahannock 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 Rappahannock County

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Document checklist for Rappahannock County

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Questions about property tax exemptions in Rappahannock County

What property tax exemptions are there in Rappahannock County?

For 2026 applications, Rappahannock County's relief for owners 65+ or handicapped allows household income up to $50,000 and net worth up to $200,000 (excluding the home and up to 10 acres). The award covers the dwelling and up to five acres and is capped at $2,500. Locally, the 100% disabled veteran exemption also covers the dwelling and up to five acres. Local breaks here: Real Estate Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled; Tax Relief for Disabled Veterans (local acreage).

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

Rappahannock County Commissioner of the Revenue Phone: 540-675-5370.

When is the deadline to apply in Rappahannock County?

Real Estate Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled: Returning applicants file between January 1 and April 1; new applicants call for an appointment. Tax Relief for Disabled Veterans (local acreage): not confirmed; ask the office.

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

Real Estate Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled: $50,000 household income; $200,000 net worth. Tax Relief for Disabled Veterans (local acreage): no income limit listed.

Do I have to reapply every year in Rappahannock County?

Real Estate Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled: Every year. Tax Relief for Disabled Veterans (local acreage): not confirmed.

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

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Last checked: Oct 2026.