Homestead Exemption

How to Get a Homestead Exemption in Nacogdoches County

If you own and live in your home, you can apply for a homestead exemption to lower your property tax bill.

Texas law requires school districts to give homeowners a $140,000 exemption on their main home. Other local taxing units can add their own exemption on top of that. To qualify, you must own the home and live in it as your main residence.

You file for the exemption with the Nacogdoches County Appraisal District — not the tax office. The general filing deadline is April 30 of the tax year, though late filings are sometimes accepted. Download Form 50-114 from the Texas Comptroller's website. Once approved, you don't need to reapply every year unless your situation changes.

Source to confirm: Texas Comptroller — Homestead Exemption Application (Form 50-114)

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Property Tax

Two Offices Handle Property Tax in Nacogdoches County

The appraisal district values your property, but a separate tax office handles billing — and these two offices have different addresses and phone numbers.

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Ag Valuation

Agricultural and Timber Valuation Can Lower Your Tax Bill

Landowners in this heavily forested county can have their land taxed on its farming or timber value — often much lower than market value.

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Fishing

Nacogdoches Lake Is a Solid Bass Fishery Near Town

This 2,212-acre city reservoir off FM 225 has a strong largemouth bass population and free public boat ramp access.

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Public Hunting

Alazan Bayou WMA Offers Public Hunting in Southern Nacogdoches County

This 2,063-acre wildlife management area along the Angelina River is open to hunting, fishing, and camping with a TPWD permit.

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