Suffolk County Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption
Suffolk County Department of Assessment
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Suffolk County Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption in its Smithtown, NY research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Reduces assessed value of primary residence by 5% to 50% for homeowners age 65 or older. Exemption percentage based on income level. Applies to county, town, and school taxes. Homeowner must be 65+ as of December 31 of the year applying.
Exemption percentage based on annual income; estimate assumes 20% reduction
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- 5-50% property tax reduction for seniors 65+
- Must be primary residence
- Income-based sliding scale
- Apply by March 1 each year
- Applies to county, town, and school taxes
How to Apply
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Track this programProgram phone: (631) 852-2000
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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.
- 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: Applications due by March 1 annually
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Suffolk County Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption in Smithtown, NY?
The Grant Map record states: 5-50% tax reduction. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Suffolk County Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption in Smithtown?
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 Suffolk County Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption in Smithtown, NY?
Confirm the application route directly with Suffolk County Department of Assessment; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (631) 852-2000. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Applications due by March 1 annually.
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