Cook County Senior Citizen Property Tax Deferral

Cook County Treasurer's Office

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Allows qualifying seniors age 65+ to defer payment of property taxes on their primary residence. Deferred taxes become a low-interest lien on the property, repaid when home is sold or ownership transferred. Helps seniors age in place.

Defers full property tax amount; low interest accrues until home sale or transfer

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

Key Details

  • Defer property taxes as low-interest loan
  • Must be 65+ years old
  • Income at or below $65,000
  • Repaid when home is sold or transferred
  • Helps seniors remain in homes

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Skokie, IL can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

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).

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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