Cook County Treasurer's Office
Cook County Senior Citizen Property Tax Deferral is available to homeowners in Skokie, IL.
Allows qualifying seniors age 65+ to defer payment of property taxes on their primary residence. Deferred taxes become a low-interest lien on the property, repaid when home is sold or ownership transferred. Helps seniors age in place.
Defers full property tax amount; low interest accrues until home sale or transfer
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In Skokie, IL, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
A grant-savvy contractor in Skokie, 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: Applications accepted year-round
Ask us. It is free, and a real person answers within a business day.
Email us about this programCook County Senior Citizen Property Tax Deferral is open to homeowners in Skokie, IL. It serves seniors.
Apply directly with Cook County Treasurer's Office using the official program link on this page or call (312) 603-6871. 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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