NY STAR Property Tax Exemption (Basic)

NYS Department of Taxation and Finance

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

The Grant Map catalogs NY STAR Property Tax Exemption (Basic) in its Buffalo, NY research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.

Basic STAR reduces school district taxes for owner-occupied primary residences with income under $500,000. Based on first $30,000 of assessed value. Register online once and receive annual credits. In Buffalo, also partially applies to city taxes. Frees up money for home improvements.

All owner-occupied primary residences, income under $500,000

The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.

Record set last reviewed 2026-04-01. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Every Buffalo homeowner should register, one-time filing
  • Income under $500,000 for credit; $250,000 for exemption
  • Based on first $30,000 of home’s full value
  • In Buffalo: also partially reduces city taxes
  • Register at tax.ny.gov Individual Online Services

How to Apply

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Program phone: 518-457-2036

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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.
  • 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: Register once through NYS Tax Department

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Frequently asked questions

What audience tags are recorded for NY STAR Property Tax Exemption (Basic) in Buffalo?

The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.

How do I apply for NY STAR Property Tax Exemption (Basic) in Buffalo, 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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