Homestead Exemption Finder
Information only. Homestead Exemption Finder is not a government agency or tax adviser. Exemptions are granted by your county or local assessor, so confirm the rules and deadline with them.

Allegheny County, PA Homestead Exemption: How to File

How the homestead exemption and property tax relief work for homeowners in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania: the statewide program, where to file locally and how much you might save.

Where to fileAllegheny County Office of Property Assessments ↗
Local add-onsCounties, cities and school districts in Pennsylvania may add their own exemptions or set different rates. The office above lists what applies to Allegheny County homes.

The Pennsylvania statewide program

Homestead Exclusion (Property Tax Relief)

Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development

Most homeowners

What it does
Reduces school property taxes on your primary residence, funded through state gaming revenue.
Who qualifies
Owners whose home is their primary residence.
How to apply
File a homestead application with your county assessment office.

Last checked Oct 21, 2026 · Official source ↗

Disabled Veterans' Real Estate Tax Exemption

Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs

Veterans Disability Income-based

What it does
Exempts the veteran's principal dwelling from all real estate taxes.
Who qualifies
Honorably discharged wartime veterans with a 100% permanent service-connected disability, individual unemployability, blindness, paraplegia or loss of two or more limbs, who show financial need (income of $114,637 or less is presumed to qualify). Unmarried surviving spouses may qualify.
How to apply
Apply through your County Director of Veterans Affairs.

Last checked Oct 21, 2026 · Official source ↗

Estimate your savings

All Pennsylvania relief · Other large counties · Pennsylvania down payment assistance (DPA Finder)

Local office link last checked Oct 21, 2026.