Oregon Property Tax Deferral for Seniors & Disabled
Oregon Department of Revenue
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Oregon Property Tax Deferral for Seniors & Disabled in its Independence, OR research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Allows Oregon homeowners age 62+ or permanently disabled with income under $52,500 to defer property taxes. The state pays the taxes and places a lien on the property, which is repaid with 6% annual interest when the home is sold or through the estate.
Average annual property tax in Independence based on median home value
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- Defer property taxes for seniors 62+ or disabled
- Household income under $52,500
- State pays taxes; 6% interest accrues
- Repaid when home is sold or through estate
- Apply by April 15 annually
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.
- Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
- Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-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: Apply by April 15 annually
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Frequently asked questions
What audience tags are recorded for Oregon Property Tax Deferral for Seniors & Disabled in Independence?
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 Oregon Property Tax Deferral for Seniors & Disabled in Independence, OR?
Confirm the application route directly with Oregon Department of Revenue; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (503) 378-4988. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Apply by April 15 annually.
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