Greenville County Property Taxes: Reassessments + How to Apply for Your Homeowners Exemption

If you own a home in Greenville County, SC, listen up: new property reassessment notices are going out this September, and if you’re not careful, you could end up paying more in taxes than you need to.

As a high-producing Greenville Realtor (and your neighbor who keeps it real), I want to break this down so you know exactly what to look for — and how to keep more money in your own pocket.

Greenville County Property Reassessments 2025

Every five years, Greenville County reassesses property values. These numbers matter because they determine your property tax bill.

• When it’s happening: 2025 reassessment notices are mailed out in September.

• What it means: If the county thinks your home is worth more than last cycle, your property taxes will likely increase — even if you haven’t remodeled a thing.

• What to do: Don’t just toss the notice in your “later pile.” Read it carefully and make sure the details (square footage, condition, improvements) are accurate.

If something looks off, you have 90 days to file an appeal.

The Greenville County Homeowners Exemption (4% Assessment Rate)

Here’s where you can save: if your Greenville home is your primary residence, you likely qualify for the 4% legal residence rate instead of 6%.

That 2% difference is big — think of it as “extra vacation money” every single year.

• Deadline: Applications are due by January 15.

• What you’ll need: Proof of residency like your SC driver’s license, voter registration, vehicle registration, or income tax return showing that address.

• Other exemptions:

  • Homestead Exemption: Seniors (65+), legally blind, or permanently disabled homeowners may reduce their taxable value by $50,000.

  • Veterans & Agriculture Use: Qualifying homeowners may be eligible for additional reductions.

Tips from a Greenville Realtor Who Keeps It Straight

• Don’t ignore reassessment notices. Your taxes depend on them.

• Apply for the 4% exemption. Even if you’re not sure you qualify, apply anyway. Worst case, the county says no.

• Keep your records. Deeds, closing documents, tax returns, and utility bills can help prove your case.

• Appeal if needed. Comparable sales, recent appraisals, or photos of your home’s condition are your best tools if the county overestimates your value.

Quick Links for Greenville County Homeowners

• Greenville County Property Assessment Info

• Appeals Process

• Legal Residence Application (4% Exemption)

• Homestead Exemption

• SC Property Tax Exemptions

Final Word

Look — I sell houses for a living, but I also believe in helping my clients and neighbors protect their investment long after closing. Greenville property taxes don’t have to be confusing, and they definitely don’t have to drain your wallet.

So when those reassessment notices land in your mailbox this September, take a hard look. Then, before January 15 rolls around, apply for your Homeowners Exemption.

Because here in Greenville, we like our sweet tea strong, our homes cozy, and our tax bills as low as legally possible.