Illinois Senior Citizens Property Tax Deferral

Illinois Department of Revenue

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Program allowing Illinois homeowners age 65+ to defer payment of property taxes on their primary residence. The state pays taxes to the county, and deferred amount becomes a lien repaid when property is sold. Income limit of $65,000 for 2024.

Property taxes deferred as a lien, repaid when property sold

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

Key Details

  • Defer property taxes for seniors age 65+
  • Income must be under $65,000
  • Owner-occupied primary residence only
  • State pays taxes, creates lien on property
  • Repaid when property is sold

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Deadline: Applications accepted year-round

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