Property Appraiser - Pedro J. Garcia
 

Widows or Widowers

The Widow / Widower’s Exemption provides a $500 reduction in the assessment of a homesteaded property occupied by the surviving spouse.

A widow or widower exemption is not applicable to:

  • spouses that re-marry
  • spouses that divorce before death

All property Tax Exemption Applications are due March 1st.

Applying for your Widow / Widower’s Exemption

 
  1. Download the application form PDF.
  2. Complete the application form.
  3. Attach a copy of the Death Certificate.
  4. Submit the application and attachment.

By Mail

PROPERTY APPRAISER
PO BOX 013140
MIAMI FL   33101-3140
A receipt is mailed in approximately four weeks of the Property Appraiser receiving your application.

In Person
Visit one of the offices:

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