Cook County Assessor's Office
Reduces the equalized assessed value of property owned and occupied by seniors age 65+ in Cook County by $8,000, lowering annual property tax bills. Combined with the general homestead exemption, total reduction is $15,000.
Reduces taxable value by $8,000, saving approximately $800-$1,200 annually in property taxes
Official source site checked live on 2026-06-17.
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