Illinois Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral

Illinois Department of Revenue

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Illinois Senior Freeze program allows qualifying seniors age 65+ with household income under $65,000 to defer property tax increases. Homeowners pay only the amount paid in the year they first qualified, with increases deferred as a lien until the home is sold.

Freezes property taxes at prior year level for qualifying seniors

Key Details

  • Freezes property tax increases for seniors 65+
  • Household income must be under $65,000
  • Must be owner-occupied primary residence
  • Application due by March 1 each year
  • Deferred taxes become lien on property

How to Apply

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Deadline: Applications due by March 1 annually

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