Anchorage Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption
Municipality of Anchorage, Property Appraisal Division
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Anchorage Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption in its Anchorage, AK research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Anchorage provides a property tax exemption of up to $150,000 of assessed value for homeowners age 65 or older who own and occupy their primary residence. Applicants must be 65 on or before December 31 of the prior year and must have been Alaska residents for the entire prior calendar year. The application deadline is March 15 of the applicable tax year.
At Anchorage's effective property tax rate (~0.92%), a $150,000 exemption saves approximately $1,380/year. Applications must be complete and received or postmarked by March 15.
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Anchorage, AK, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- Municipality of Anchorage CDBG Housing Repair Program Varies by program and scope; typically $10,000-$30,000
- Cook Inlet Housing Authority Weatherization & Rehabilitation Program Average ~$10,000 per home in road-system areas; higher for extensive work
- RurAL CAP Weatherization Assistance Program for Anchorage No award cap is published; work is based on the home assessment
- AHFC Alaska Residential Energy Rebates Up to $10,000 for new construction (5-Star Plus+ rated); existing home rebates coming in 2026
Key Details
- Exempts up to $150,000 of assessed value for homeowners age 65+
- Must own and occupy as primary residence; Alaska resident for full prior year
- Apply by March 15 each year, deadline is firm
- Must be 65 on or before December 31 of the preceding year
- Contact MOA Property Appraisal: 907-343-6770
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.
- 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 and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: March 15 annually (for that calendar year's taxes)
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Anchorage Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption in Anchorage, AK?
The Grant Map record states: Exempts up to $150,000 of assessed value for qualifying seniors. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Anchorage Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption in Anchorage?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It carries a senior-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Anchorage Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption in Anchorage, AK?
Confirm the application route directly with Municipality of Anchorage, Property Appraisal Division; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 907-343-6770. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: March 15 annually (for that calendar year's taxes).
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