Indiana Over-65 Property Tax Deduction

Indiana Department of Local Government Finance

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Indiana Over-65 Property Tax Deduction is available to homeowners in Hobart, IN.

Additional property tax deduction for Indiana homeowners age 65 or older. Reduces assessed value by up to $14,000 in addition to standard homestead deduction. No income limits apply.

Additional tax savings beyond standard homestead deduction

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

In Hobart, IN, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Additional deduction for homeowners 65+
  • Up to $14,000 assessed value reduction
  • Stacks with standard homestead deduction
  • No income restrictions
  • File by June 1 annually

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(317) 232-3777

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Your application paperwork

Form to file: Application for Senior Citizen Property Tax Benefits (State Form 43708)

Indiana gives homeowners age 65 and older a property tax deduction (the lesser of half the assessed value or 14,000 dollars) when their income and the home's assessed value are within the limits. You file the Senior Citizen Property Tax Benefits application (State Form 43708) once with your county auditor and do not reapply each year.

Steps to apply

  1. Confirm you are 65 or older by December 31 of the year before the claim and meet the income limit (60,000 dollars single, 70,000 dollars joint) and assessed-value cap.
  2. Get State Form 43708, Application for Senior Citizen Property Tax Benefits, from the Indiana DLGF.
  3. Complete the form with your ownership, age, and income information.
  4. File it with your county auditor in person or by mail by the January 15 deadline to apply to that year's bill.
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Documents you will likely need

  • Proof of age (65 or older).
  • Proof you own and occupy the home.
  • Your adjusted gross income for the relevant year.
  • The completed State Form 43708.
Download this checklist (PDF)

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: Must file by June 1 annually

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for Indiana Over-65 Property Tax Deduction in Hobart?

Indiana Over-65 Property Tax Deduction is open to homeowners in Hobart, IN. It has no income limit. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for Indiana Over-65 Property Tax Deduction in Hobart, IN?

Apply directly with Indiana Department of Local Government Finance using the official program link on this page or call (317) 232-3777. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Must file by June 1 annually.

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