New Jersey Senior Freeze Property Tax Reimbursement

NJ Division of Taxation

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

New Jersey Senior Freeze Property Tax Reimbursement is available to homeowners in Vineland, NJ.

State program that reimburses eligible senior and disabled New Jersey homeowners for property tax increases on their principal residence. Applicants must be age 65 or older (or receiving federal Social Security disability) with income below $150,000 and have lived in NJ home for at least 10 years.

Reimbursement equals the property tax increase since base year

Verified against NJ Division of Taxation's official page on 2026-06-17.

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

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Key Details

  • Reimburses property tax increases for seniors 65+
  • Income must be below $150,000
  • Must have lived in NJ home 10+ consecutive years
  • Also available to disabled residents
  • Annual application required

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(800) 882-6597

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Your application paperwork

Form to file: Form PTR (Property Tax Reimbursement / Senior Freeze application)

New Jersey's Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement) reimburses eligible seniors and people with disabilities for the increase in property taxes on their principal home above a base year, effectively freezing their property tax. You apply through the New Jersey Division of Taxation, online or with the PTR application, and meet age, residency, and income limits.

Steps to apply

  1. Confirm you qualify: age 65 or older or receiving Social Security disability, you have owned and lived in the New Jersey home for the required period, and your income is within the annual limit.
  2. Gather proof of the property taxes you paid for the base year and the current year.
  3. File the Senior Freeze (PTR) application online or on paper with the New Jersey Division of Taxation.
  4. Reapply or confirm eligibility each year to keep the reimbursement.
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Documents you will likely need

  • Proof of age (65 or older) or proof you receive Social Security disability.
  • Proof you owned and occupied the New Jersey home for the required period.
  • Your property tax bills (or proof of taxes paid) for the base year and the current year.
  • Proof of your annual income (it must be within the program limit).
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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: Annual filing, typically by October 31

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for New Jersey Senior Freeze Property Tax Reimbursement in Vineland?

New Jersey Senior Freeze Property Tax Reimbursement is open to homeowners in Vineland, NJ. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for New Jersey Senior Freeze Property Tax Reimbursement in Vineland, NJ?

Apply directly with NJ Division of Taxation using the official program link on this page or call (800) 882-6597. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Annual filing, typically by October 31.

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