Sussex County, DE Homestead Exemption: How to File
How the homestead exemption and property tax relief work for homeowners in Sussex County, Delaware: the statewide program, where to file locally and how much you might save.
| Where to file | Sussex County Assessment ↗ |
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| State filing date | By April 30 (statewide rule; confirm locally) |
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| Local add-ons | Counties, cities and school districts in Delaware may add their own exemptions or set different rates. The office above lists what applies to Sussex County homes. |
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The Delaware statewide program
Senior School Property Tax Credit
Delaware Department of Finance
Seniors
- What it does
- A credit of up to 50% of school property tax, capped at $500.
- Who qualifies
- Owners 65 or older who occupy the home as their principal residence and meet Delaware domicile rules.
- How to apply
- Submit the application to your county by April 30 for the upcoming tax year.
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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