Illinois Department of Revenue
Illinois Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption is available to homeowners in Champaign, IL.
Reduces property tax equalized assessed value (EAV) by up to $8,000 for Illinois homeowners age 65+ during the assessment year. Applies to primary residence only. Apply once with Champaign County Assessor and exemption automatically renews.
Exemption reduces EAV by up to $8,000, lowering annual tax bill
Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.
Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
In Champaign, IL, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
A grant-savvy contractor in Champaign, 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: Apply once, automatically renewed
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Email us about this programUp to $8,000 EAV reduction.
Illinois Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption is open to homeowners in Champaign, IL. It has no income limit. It serves seniors.
Apply directly with Illinois Department of Revenue using the official program link on this page or call (217) 384-3760. 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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