Illinois Senior Citizens Property Tax Freeze

Illinois Department of Revenue

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Illinois Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption freezes property assessments for eligible seniors age 65+ with household income below $65,000. Once granted, property taxes cannot increase even if assessment value rises.

Freezes property tax base at current level indefinitely

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-17.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Freezes property tax assessment for seniors 65+
  • Household income must be below $65,000
  • Prevents tax increases from rising assessments
  • Annual application required by March 1
  • Must be primary residence

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(217) 785-3768

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Annual application by March 1

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