Boston Elderly Tax Exemption (Clause 41C)
City of Boston, Assessing Department
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Boston Elderly Tax Exemption (Clause 41C) in its Boston, MA research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
The Clause 41C Elderly Exemption reduces property taxes by up to $2,000 per year for Boston homeowners aged 65 or older who meet income and asset limits. For FY2026, single applicants may earn no more than $25,980 gross income (married: $38,970), with total estate (excluding the home) not exceeding $40,000 single ($55,000 married). Applicants must have been domiciled in Massachusetts for 10 years and owned property in the state for at least 5 years.
Annual property tax reduction of up to $2,000. Income limit: $25,980 single / $38,970 married. Asset limit: $40,000 single / $55,000 married (excluding home value).
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Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Boston, MA, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- Boston HomeWorks Green Loan Program Up to $70,000
- Boston HomeWorks Home Equity Loan Program (HomeWorks HELP) Up to $50,000 (3-4 family)
- Boston Senior Home Repair Loan 0% deferred loan; amount based on necessary work
- Boston Seniors Save Program Up to $12,000 grant
Key Details
- Up to $2,000 annual property tax reduction
- Must be age 65+ as of July 1 of the fiscal year
- Income limit: $25,980 (single) / $38,970 (married) gross income
- Asset limit: $40,000 (single) / $55,000 (married) excluding home value
- Apply by April 1 each year at boston.gov or call 617-635-4287
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).
- Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Deadline: Apply by April 1 each year for current fiscal year
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Boston Elderly Tax Exemption (Clause 41C) in Boston, MA?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $2,000 annual tax reduction. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Boston Elderly Tax Exemption (Clause 41C) in Boston?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a low-income 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 Boston Elderly Tax Exemption (Clause 41C) in Boston, MA?
Confirm the application route directly with City of Boston, Assessing Department; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 617-635-4287. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Apply by April 1 each year for current fiscal year.
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