Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption
Cook County Assessor / Illinois Department of Revenue
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption in its Chicago, IL research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Seniors 65 and older with total household income under $75,000 (2025) can freeze their property's equalized assessed value at the base year level, preventing increases due to inflation. The income limit is set to increase to $79,000 by 2028. Must file annually.
Freezes EAV at base year; savings grow as property values rise
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Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- Freezes assessed value for qualifying seniors
- Age 65+ with household income under $75,000
- Must file Form PTAX-340 each year
- Income limit rising to $79,000 by 2028
- Savings increase as property values rise
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- 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).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Deadline: File PTAX-340 annually; income limit $75,000 (2025), increasing to $79,000 by 2028
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Frequently asked questions
What audience tags are recorded for Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption in Chicago?
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 Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption in Chicago, IL?
Confirm the application route directly with Cook County Assessor / Illinois Department of Revenue; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 800-426-4791. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: File PTAX-340 annually; income limit $75,000 (2025), increasing to $79,000 by 2028.
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