Illinois Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption

Champaign County Supervisor of Assessments

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Reduces the equalized assessed value of owner-occupied primary residences by an additional $8,000 for homeowners age 65+ (in addition to the General Homestead Exemption). Provides combined $14,000 reduction in assessed value.

Additional savings of approximately $200-$400 annually beyond General Homestead

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

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

Key Details

  • Additional $8,000 reduction in assessed value
  • Must be age 65 or older
  • No income requirements
  • Stacks with General Homestead Exemption
  • One-time application, auto-renews

How to Apply

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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.
  • 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: File once, automatically renewed

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