Illinois Senior Citizens Property Tax Freeze (Senior Freeze)

Illinois Department of Revenue

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Freezes property taxes at the base year amount for eligible senior homeowners (65+) with household income of $65,000 or less. Provides relief from annual property tax increases.

Estimated annual savings depends on property tax increases avoided

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

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

Key Details

  • Freezes property taxes at base year level
  • Must be 65+ years old
  • Household income $65,000 or less
  • Owner-occupied primary residence
  • Must reapply annually

How to Apply

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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).

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: File by June 30 of tax year

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