Minnesota Senior Property Tax Deferral

Minnesota Department of Revenue

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Allows qualifying seniors (65+) to defer payment of property taxes on their homestead. The state pays the taxes and places a lien on the property, repaid when the home is sold or estate is settled. Income limit applies.

Annual property tax amount deferred, becomes lien on property

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

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

Key Details

  • Defers property taxes for seniors 65+
  • Household income must be below $96,000
  • State pays taxes, places lien on home
  • Lien repaid when home is sold
  • Apply by October 15 each year

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.
  • 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: Apply by October 15 annually

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