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Homestead Exemption – Greater Atlanta Area- Cobb • Fulton • Gwinnett  (Counties)

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IMPORTANT DEADLINE (ALL THREE COUNTIES)

📅 April 1st

If you miss the deadline, you must wait until the next tax year to apply.

What is a Homestead Exemption?

A homestead exemption is a property tax benefit for homeowners who live in their home as their primary residence.

Why should you apply?

✔ Helps lower your property taxes

✔ Protects you from certain tax increases

⚠ This benefit is not automatic

Who qualifies?

✔ You own the home

✔ It is your primary residence

✔ You lived in the home on or before January 1st of the tax year

❌ Second homes and investment properties do not qualify

County-by-County Instructions

Cobb County

How to apply:

•Online or in person through the Cobb County Tax Assessor

What you typically need:

•Valid Georgia Driver’s License (matching the property address)

•Proof of residence (if requested)

📍 Once approved, the exemption automatically renews, unless ownership or residency changes.

Fulton County

How to apply:

•Online, by mail, or in person

Important Note:

•Fulton County is very strict about primary residence verification

•The address on your ID must match the property address

📍 New homeowners must reapply, even if the previous owner had the exemption

Gwinnett County

How to apply:

•Online or in person through the Gwinnett County Assessor

Good to know:

•Gwinnett offers several exemption levels depending on age and status

•Basic Homestead is the most common

📍 Approval remains in place as long as the home stays your primary residence

When do you need to reapply?

• You recently purchased the home

• Ownership changed

• You moved

• The home is no longer your primary residence

Homestead exemptions do not transfer automatically from a previous owner.

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Need help?

If you are unsure whether you’ve already applied or need help finding the correct county office, feel free to reach out.

We’re happy to guide you in the right direction.

Disclaimer: This guide is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not replace personalized financial, legal, or credit advice. Each situation must be evaluated individually.