Washington Property Tax Deferral Program

Washington State Department of Revenue

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Allows qualifying seniors, disabled persons, and others with limited income to defer property taxes. The state pays taxes and places a lien on the property, repaid when property is sold or transferred. Available to Edmonds homeowners.

Full property tax amount deferred as a lien against the property

Verified against Washington State Department of Revenue's official page on 2026-06-17.

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

Key Details

  • Defer property taxes if income-qualified
  • For seniors, disabled persons, limited income households
  • State pays taxes, lien placed on property
  • Repaid when property sold or ownership changes
  • Available to Edmonds homeowners

How to Apply

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(360) 534-1400

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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.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-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 on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Applications accepted year-round

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