Peoria County, IL Homestead Exemption: How to File
How the homestead exemption and property tax relief work for homeowners in Peoria County, Illinois: the statewide program, where to file locally and how much you might save.
| Where to file | Peoria County Supervisor of Assessments ↗ |
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| Local add-ons | Counties, cities and school districts in Illinois may add their own exemptions or set different rates. The office above lists what applies to Peoria County homes. |
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The Illinois statewide program
General Homestead Exemption and other homestead exemptions
Illinois Department of Revenue
Most homeowners Seniors Disability Veterans
- What it does
- Reduces the equalized assessed value of an owner-occupied home. Separate exemptions exist for seniors, senior assessment freeze, disabled persons and veterans.
- Who qualifies
- Owners who occupy the property as their principal residence.
- How to apply
- Contact your county assessor's office.
Last checked Oct 23, 2026 · Official source ↗
Senior Citizens and Disabled Veterans Homestead Exemptions
Illinois Department of Revenue
Seniors Veterans Disability
- What it does
- The Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption reduces equalized assessed value by up to $8,000 in Cook and nearby counties and $5,000 elsewhere. The Disabled Veterans' Standard Homestead Exemption reduces it by $2,500 or $5,000 or fully exempts up to $250,000 for a 70% or higher rating.
- Who qualifies
- Owner-occupants 65 or older; veterans with a service-connected disability of at least 30%.
- How to apply
- Apply with your county assessor's office; most counties require a yearly renewal.
Last checked Oct 23, 2026 · Official source ↗
Estimate your savings
All Illinois relief · Other large counties · Illinois down payment assistance (DPA Finder)
Local office link last checked Oct 23, 2026.
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