Illinois Department of Revenue / Kendall County
Illinois Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption is available to homeowners in Oswego, IL.
Illinois homeowners age 65 or older during the tax year can claim an exemption reducing their home's assessed value by $8,000 for property tax calculation purposes. Must be owner-occupied and application filed with County Clerk.
Reduces assessed value by $8,000, actual tax savings depends on local tax rate
Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
In Oswego, IL, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
A grant-savvy contractor in Oswego, 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 with annual property assessment
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Email us about this program$8,000 assessed value reduction.
Illinois Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption is open to homeowners in Oswego, IL. It has no income limit. It serves seniors.
Apply directly with Illinois Department of Revenue / Kendall County using the official program link on this page or call (630) 553-4104. 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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