New York State Tax Department
New York STAR Property Tax Exemption is available to homeowners in Smithtown, NY.
Reduces school property tax bills for owner-occupied primary residences. Basic STAR available to all homeowners with income under $500,000. Enhanced STAR for seniors 65+ with income under $98,700 provides larger exemption.
Savings vary by school district; Enhanced STAR shown for eligible seniors
Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.
Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
In Smithtown, NY, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
A grant-savvy contractor in Smithtown, NY 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: Register by December 31 for next tax year
Ask us. It is free, and a real person answers within a business day.
Email us about this programBasic: ~$300/yr, Enhanced: ~$600/yr.
New York STAR Property Tax Exemption is open to homeowners in Smithtown, NY. It serves seniors.
Apply directly with New York State Tax Department using the official program link on this page or call (518) 457-2036. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Register by December 31 for next tax year.
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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