Florida Property Tax Calendar & Important Deadlines (2025 Guide)

Florida property taxes follow a predictable annual schedule. Knowing the important dates can help homeowners avoid penalties, qualify for valuable tax exemptions, take advantage of early-payment discounts, and respond promptly if they disagree with their property’s assessed value.

Whether you’re a longtime Florida resident or purchasing your first home, this annual calendar summarizes the most important property tax deadlines to remember.

January 1 – Property Assessment Date

January 1 is one of the most important dates in Florida’s property tax system.

Your property’s ownership, condition, residency status, and eligibility for many exemptions – including the Florida Homestead Exemption – are generally determined as of January 1 each year. If you purchase a home after January 1, different rules may apply until the following tax year.

March 1 – Homestead Exemption Filing Deadline

For most homeowners, March 1 is the deadline to file for a Florida Homestead Exemption for the current tax year. Missing the deadline may delay your eligibility until the following year, subject to limited exceptions allowed by law.

If your home will become your permanent Florida residence, apply with your county Property Appraiser as soon as possible after establishing residency.

August – TRIM Notices Mailed

During August, county Property Appraisers generally mail Truth in Millage (TRIM) notices to property owners. These notices are not tax bills – they provide important information about:

• Your property’s assessed value.
• Your taxable value.
• Any exemptions applied.
• Proposed millage rates.
• Estimated property taxes.

Review your TRIM notice carefully. If you believe your property’s assessed value is incorrect, this is the time to contact your county Property Appraiser or begin the appeal process.

September – Value Adjustment Board (VAB) Petitions

Homeowners who disagree with their property’s assessed value may generally file a petition with the county’s Value Adjustment Board (VAB). Filing deadlines vary slightly by county, so review your TRIM notice carefully.

Waiting until your tax bill arrives is usually too late to challenge your property’s assessed value.

November 1 – Property Tax Bills Mailed

County Tax Collectors generally mail property tax bills on or about November 1. Property taxes become payable at that time.

Florida encourages early payment by offering substantial discounts:

• November: 4% discount
• December: 3% discount
• January: 2% discount
• February: 1% discount
• March: No discount (full amount due)

Many homeowners choose to pay in November to receive the maximum discount.

March 31 – Property Tax Payment Deadline

Property taxes must generally be paid in full by March 31. Payments made after this deadline become delinquent and may be subject to penalties, interest, and additional collection procedures.

April 1 – Taxes Become Delinquent

Beginning April 1, unpaid property taxes become delinquent. Failure to pay property taxes may eventually result in tax certificates being issued or other collection actions authorized by Florida law.

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