Washington Property Tax Deferral Program

Washington State Department of Revenue

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Allows senior citizens (60+) and disabled persons to defer payment of property taxes on their principal residence. The state pays the taxes and places a lien on the property; deferred taxes are repaid when the home is sold or transferred.

Annual property tax amount that can be deferred

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 for seniors 60+ and disabled
  • Income and equity requirements apply
  • State pays taxes, places lien on property
  • Repaid when home is sold or transferred
  • Interest accrues at 3% annually

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(360) 705-6705

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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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