Providence Senior / Elderly Property Tax Exemption
City of Providence, Tax Assessor's Office
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Providence Senior / Elderly Property Tax Exemption in its Providence, RI research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Providence provides property tax exemptions to senior homeowners based on age and Social Security receipt. Homeowners aged 62-64 who receive Social Security benefits receive a $460 property tax exemption. Additional exemption tiers apply for homeowners age 65 and over. These exemptions can be combined with the homestead exemption for cumulative tax relief.
Age 62-64 with SS: $460 exemption; 65+ tiers vary; can combine with homestead.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Providence, RI, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- Providence Revolving Fund, Statewide Home Repair Program Up to $50,000 (1-2 units); up to $75,000 (3-4 units)
- City of Providence Code Violation Home Repair Program No-cost repairs for properties with multiple code violations
- City of Providence CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Program Deferred loans/grants; no interest; varies by scope
- Rhode Island Weatherization Assistance Program (RI WAP) Free services; DOE average ~$6,500 per unit
Key Details
- Age 62-64 receiving Social Security benefits: $460 exemption
- Additional exemption tiers for homeowners age 65 and over
- Can be combined with homestead exemption
- Must own and occupy as primary residence in Providence
- Contact Tax Assessor at 401-421-5900
How to Apply
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Track this programProgram phone: 401-421-5900
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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.
- 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 at Tax Assessor's Office; contact for annual deadlines
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Frequently asked questions
What audience tags are recorded for Providence Senior / Elderly Property Tax Exemption in Providence?
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 Providence Senior / Elderly Property Tax Exemption in Providence, RI?
Confirm the application route directly with City of Providence, Tax Assessor's Office; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 401-421-5900. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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