Michigan Homestead Property Tax Credit

About This Program

Michigan's Homestead Property Tax Credit is a refundable state income tax credit worth up to $1,900 for homeowners and renters paying property taxes on their primary Michigan residence. Total Household Resources must be below $71,500 and the home's taxable value may not exceed $165,400. Veterans and disabled persons should use MI-1040CR-2 for potentially higher credits. Renters can claim 23% of rent paid as property tax.

Refundable credit up to $1,900. Amount scales with property tax paid and household income. File MI-1040CR (or CR-2 for veterans/disabled).

Key Details

• Up to $1,900 refundable credit on Michigan state income taxes (2025)
• Total Household Resources must be below $71,500
• Home taxable value must not exceed $165,400
• Veterans and disabled persons: file MI-1040CR-2 for full credit
• Renters: 23% of annual rent counts as property tax paid

How to Apply

Deadline: File with Michigan income tax return by April 15 (or by April 15, 2030 for 2025 tax year)