Tax Relief
The Knox County Trustee's Office administers a state funded Property Tax Relief Program to assist elderly, disabled, and disabled veteran as well as surviving spouses of disabled veteran homeowners. For applicants who qualify, the State of Tennessee will pay or reimburse a portion of their property taxes for their primary residence. You may complete the applications by mail OR request an application by email: taxrelief@knoxcounty.org. Be sure to sign the applications and list at least one phone number where we can reach you.
Property Tax Relief for Elderly and Disabled Homeowners up to $89
You must be 65 or older or have been rated totally and permanently disabled by Social Security Administration or another qualified agency on or before December 31, 2024. Your combined 2023 annual income for you, your spouse and all other owners of the property cannot exceed the income limit $36,370.
Property Tax Relief for Disabled Veteran & Widow(er) of a Disabled Veteran up to $487
Veterans who have an honorable discharge and a total and permanent rating from a service-connected disability or their widow(er) may qualify for tax relief. No income limit!
** For a complete list of qualifications and answers to frequently asked questions, visit the State of Tennessee's Tax Relief Website: https://comptroller.tn.gov/office-functions/pa/property-taxes/property-tax-programs.html.
To hear a recording of the latest information regarding Property Tax Relief and Senior Tax Freeze, call the Trustee's information line at 865-215-8554 OR visit one of our convenient satellite locations with any questions or concerns OR request an application by emailing us at taxrelief@knoxcounty.org.
Property Tax Freeze for Seniors
The State of Tennessee passed legislation that permits counties to “freeze” property tax amounts for homeowners who are 65 or older on or before December 31, 2024, and the combined 2023 annual income for you, your spouse and all other owners of the property cannot exceed the income limit $60,000.
Your home and up to five (5) acres can be frozen. The appraisal and assessment values are not affected by the freeze program. If you qualify for Senior Tax Freeze, we will lock in your tax amount due so that it will generally not increase. If your property taxes decrease, your frozen base amount will also decrease.
** Both programs require that you own and use the property on which you apply as your primary residence. Proof of eligibility will be required. Other restrictions may still apply.
