Cook County Senior Citizen Homestead Exemption

Cook County Assessor's Office

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Listed amount: $8,000 assessment reduction

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About This Program

The Grant Map catalogs Cook County Senior Citizen Homestead Exemption in its Des Plaines, IL research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.

Reduces the equalized assessed value of property by $8,000 for senior homeowners age 65+ in Cook County. This exemption lowers property tax bills and is automatically renewed each year after initial application.

Tax savings vary by tax rate; $8,000 EAV reduction typically saves $800/year

Each program administrator alone decides its combination rules. The Grant Map has not verified those rules.

The cited general URL responded on 2026-09-20; it does not confirm this program or amount.

Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

$8,000 property assessment reduction
Must be age 65+ and owner-occupied
No income requirements
One-time application, auto-renews
Stacks with other exemptions

How to Apply

Confirm the current application route with the administrator. Verified official forms and steps appear below when available.

Prepare your application

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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.
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).

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Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

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Program phone: (312) 443-7550

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Deadline: One-time application, auto-renews

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Frequently asked questions

What amount is listed for Cook County Senior Citizen Homestead Exemption in Des Plaines, IL?

The Grant Map record states: $8,000 assessment reduction. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.

What audience tags are recorded for Cook County Senior Citizen Homestead Exemption in Des Plaines?

The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. It carries a senior-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.

How do I apply for Cook County Senior Citizen Homestead Exemption in Des Plaines, IL?

Confirm the application route directly with Cook County Assessor's Office; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (312) 443-7550. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.

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