New York State STAR Property Tax Exemption
New York State Department of Taxation and Finance
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs New York State STAR Property Tax Exemption in its Babylon, NY research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
School Tax Relief (STAR) program provides property tax exemption to owner-occupied primary residences in New York State. Enhanced STAR available to seniors 65+ with income restrictions. Annual benefit varies by school district.
Annual property tax reduction, amount varies by school district and income
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Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- Annual property tax reduction
- Basic STAR for all homeowners
- Enhanced STAR for seniors 65+
- Must be owner-occupied primary residence
- Register by December 31 each year
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: Register by December 31 annually
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for New York State STAR Property Tax Exemption in Babylon, NY?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $3,000 annual tax reduction. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for New York State STAR Property Tax Exemption in Babylon?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. 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 New York State STAR Property Tax Exemption in Babylon, NY?
Confirm the application route directly with New York State 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. Deadline: Register by December 31 annually.
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