Fact Check – Do most Florida property tax dollars come from non-homesteaded properties?

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Claimant: Ron DeSantis (R)


Claim: In Florida, “68 to 70% of property tax revenue” is from “second homes, investment properties, commercial properties, Airbnb,” not primary residences.


Rating: MOSTLY TRUE


Explanation: State data show about 64% of Florida’s property tax revenue comes from non-homesteaded properties. DeSantis’ estimate slightly overstates but is close. Ending primary residence taxes could cost $18.5 billion in revenue.


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Date: 11/03/2025


 

Last Updated on November 3, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check

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