Missouri Homestead Preservation Tax Credit

Missouri Department of Revenue

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About This Program

Missouri Homestead Preservation Tax Credit is available to homeowners in Springfield, MO.

Property tax freeze for seniors 65+ and disabled homeowners with household income of $125,000 or less. Effective 2026, eligible homeowners receive 100% exemption on homestead property tax increases due to reassessment.

Freezes taxable assessed value; does not reduce current taxes but prevents future increases; apply through county collector

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

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

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

Key Details

  • Freezes assessed value, prevents property tax increases
  • Must be age 65+ or disabled, own and occupy home
  • Household income $125,000 or less
  • Apply April 1, October 15 through Greene County Collector
  • Expanded significantly effective January 1, 2026

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

417-868-4036

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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: April 1, October 15 annually

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Missouri Homestead Preservation Tax Credit provide in Springfield, MO?

100% property tax freeze.

Who qualifies for Missouri Homestead Preservation Tax Credit in Springfield?

Missouri Homestead Preservation Tax Credit is open to homeowners in Springfield, MO. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for Missouri Homestead Preservation Tax Credit in Springfield, MO?

Apply directly with Missouri Department of Revenue using the official program link on this page or call 417-868-4036. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: April 1, October 15 annually.

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