Minnesota Senior Citizens Property Tax Deferral

Minnesota Department of Revenue

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Allows qualifying Minnesota homeowners age 65+ with household income under $96,000 to defer payment of their property taxes. The state pays the taxes and places a lien on the property; deferred taxes plus 5% interest are repaid when the home is sold or estate is settled.

Defers current year property taxes; repaid with 5% interest at sale

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

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

Key Details

  • Defer property taxes for homeowners 65+
  • Household income under $96,000
  • State pays taxes and places lien on property
  • Repaid with 5% interest when home is sold
  • Helps seniors age in place

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in St. Peter, MN 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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