Cook County Homeowner Exemption

Cook County Assessor's Office

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

General homeowner exemption available to all owner-occupants of single-family homes, condos, and townhomes. Reduces the equalized assessed value by $10,000 for tax year 2024. Apply once and it renews automatically as long as you remain owner-occupant.

Exemption reduces taxable value by $10,000, actual tax savings depend on local rates

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

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

Key Details

  • Reduces assessed value by $10,000
  • All owner-occupied homes eligible
  • No income requirements
  • One-time application, auto-renews
  • Lowers annual property tax bill

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Streamwood, 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.
  • 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: One-time application, renews automatically

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