Lucas County, OH Homestead Exemption: How to File
How the homestead exemption and property tax relief work for homeowners in Lucas County, Ohio: the statewide program, where to file locally and how much you might save.
| Where to file | Lucas County Auditor ↗ |
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| State filing date | By December 31 (statewide rule; confirm locally) |
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| Local add-ons | Counties, cities and school districts in Ohio may add their own exemptions or set different rates. The office above lists what applies to Lucas County homes. |
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The Ohio statewide program
Homestead Exemption
Ohio Department of Taxation
Seniors Disability Veterans Income-based
- What it does
- Exempts part of the market value of your home from property tax.
- Who qualifies
- Owners 65 or older, permanently and totally disabled, or a qualifying surviving spouse, within income limits; disabled veterans have a separate exemption.
- How to apply
- File with your county auditor by December 31.
Last checked Oct 23, 2026 · Official source ↗
Estimate your savings
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Local office link last checked Oct 23, 2026.
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