Cook County Assessor's Office
Cook County General Homestead Exemption is available to homeowners in Arlington Heights, IL.
Standard homestead exemption available to all Cook County owner-occupied residential properties. Reduces the equalized assessed value (EAV) by $10,000, resulting in lower annual property taxes. No income or age restrictions. Apply once and it automatically renews.
Estimated annual tax savings based on $10,000 EAV reduction
Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.
Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
In Arlington Heights, IL, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
A grant-savvy contractor in Arlington Heights, IL can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.
Documents you will likely need
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: One-time application, auto-renews
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Email us about this programReduces assessed value by $10,000.
Cook County General Homestead Exemption is open to homeowners in Arlington Heights, IL. It has no income limit.
Apply directly with Cook County Assessor's Office using the official program link on this page or call (312) 443-7550. There is no middleman and no fee.
Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.
Rebates and discounts that stack on top of any grant. Most are free to use.
This is just one of many grants, rebates, and free programs available. Stack them together to maximize your savings.
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