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Williamsburg City, VA property tax exemptions (2026)

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

What is different in Williamsburg City

Williamsburg's program for owners 65+ or permanently and totally disabled is a deferral, not an exemption: FY2027 taxes are deferred at 2% interest and become a lien on the property. Income limits depend on household size ($60,350 for one person up to $99,950 for six), and net worth can be up to $344,752. The Real Estate Assessment Office must receive applications by December 1, 2026.

Apply at: City of Williamsburg Real Estate Assessment Office
Phone: 757-220-6185
Local breaks: Real Estate Tax Deferral Program (City Code § 18-54)
Tax year: FY2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027)

Where to apply in Williamsburg City

City of Williamsburg Real Estate Assessment Office

Phone: 757-220-6185
Address: 401 Lafayette St, Williamsburg, VA

Official exemptions page

Local exemptions in Williamsburg City

Senior freeze or deferral

Real Estate Tax Deferral Program (City Code § 18-54)

Real estate tax deferred to the next fiscal year plus 2% interest; deferred taxes and interest are a lien, due within one year of a change of ownership, disqualification, or failure to reapply.

Set by: city
Tax year: FY2027 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027)
Who qualifies: 65+ or permanently and totally disabled; sole dwelling. Household income limit by size: 1 person $60,350; 2: $68,950; 3: $77,550; 4: $86,150; 5: $93,050; 6: $99,950; 7: $106,850; 8: $113,750. Net worth as of Dec. 31, 2025 up to $344,752, excluding the home and up to ten acres.
Income limit: $60,350 (1 person) to $113,750 (8 persons); $344,752 net worth
How to apply: Submit the application, a signed copy of the instructions and income/net worth documents to the Real Estate Assessment Office, 401 Lafayette St (757-220-6185).
Form: FY2027 Real Estate Tax Deferral Application
Deadline: December 1, 2026.
Renewal: Every year.

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 Williamsburg City

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

Exemption

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Tax rate (%)

Williamsburg City median effective rate: 0.61% (taxes paid as a share of home value). Use your own rate if you know it.

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Median effective rate in Williamsburg City: 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 Williamsburg City

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Document checklist for Williamsburg City

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 Williamsburg City

What property tax exemptions are there in Williamsburg City?

Where do I apply for a property tax exemption in Williamsburg City?

City of Williamsburg Real Estate Assessment Office Phone: 757-220-6185 Address: 401 Lafayette St, Williamsburg, VA.

When is the deadline to apply in Williamsburg City?

Real Estate Tax Deferral Program (City Code § 18-54): December 1, 2026.

Is there an income limit for Williamsburg City’s local breaks?

Real Estate Tax Deferral Program (City Code § 18-54): $60,350 (1 person) to $113,750 (8 persons); $344,752 net worth.

Do I have to reapply every year in Williamsburg City?

Real Estate Tax Deferral Program (City Code § 18-54): Every year.

Think your assessed value is too high? See how to appeal in Williamsburg City.

Sources

Williamsburg – Tax Deferral Program
FY2027 Deferral Application Instructions
Median effective tax rate for Williamsburg City: 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.