New York STAR Property Tax Exemption
NYS Department of Taxation and Finance
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs New York STAR Property Tax Exemption in its Yonkers, NY research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
New York State School Tax Relief (STAR) program provides partial exemption from school property taxes for owner-occupied primary residences. Basic STAR available to all qualifying homeowners; Enhanced STAR for seniors 65+ with income limits provides larger exemption.
School tax exemption amount varies by municipality and property assessment
The cited general URL responded on 2026-07-21; it does not confirm this program or amount.
Record set last reviewed 2026-05-25. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- School property tax exemption
- Basic STAR for all qualifying homeowners
- Enhanced STAR for seniors 65+ with income limits
- Must be primary residence
- Register with NYS Tax Department
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
- 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).
- 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 and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Register by school tax levy date for current year benefit
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Frequently asked questions
What audience tags are recorded for New York STAR Property Tax Exemption in Yonkers?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for New York STAR Property Tax Exemption in Yonkers, NY?
Confirm the application route directly with NYS Department of Taxation and Finance; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (518) 457-2036. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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