The Senior Freeze (Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption) freezes a qualifying senior's equalized assessed value (EAV) at a base year, helping limit increases—but it does not eliminate taxes, and bills can still rise if rates increase. Eligibility: age 65+, the home is the primary residence, household income under the state limit, and an ownership interest. Apply through the Cook County Assessor; usually renewed annually.
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