Minnesota Senior Property Tax Deferral

Minnesota Department of Revenue

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Allows qualifying seniors age 65+ to defer payment of property taxes. The state pays the taxes, which become a lien on the property repaid when the home is sold or ownership transfers. Maximum household income $96,000.

State pays property taxes; repaid with 5% interest when home is sold

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-17.

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

Key Details

  • Defer property tax payment for seniors 65+
  • Household income must be under $96,000
  • State pays taxes; becomes lien on property
  • Repaid at 5% interest when home is sold
  • Apply by September 15 annually

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(651) 556-6088

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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).
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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: September 15 annually

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