How the homestead exemption works in Starr County

Texas school districts give a $140,000 exemption on a residence homestead. In general, you need an ownership interest and must use the home as your main residence. Some people who buy and move in after January 1 can receive the general exemption for the rest of that tax year if the prior owner did not receive that exemption for the same year.

Apply with Starr CAD using Comptroller Form 50-114. The appraisal district decides whether the home qualifies. Ask it for current local over-65 or disability amounts and the deadline for your tax year; do not rely on an old local webpage or a prior owner's bill.