LAKE COUNTY CHIEF COUNTY ASSESSMENT OFFICE - Senior Property Tax Assistance
Address
18 North County Street
7th Floor
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 377-2050
www.lakecountyil.gov/447/Seniors
Service Hours
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Description:
Offers various programs to help seniors save money on their property taxes. Programs include the following:
Senior Homestead Exemption
Lowers the equalized assessed value of the property by $8,000.
Low-Income Senior Citizen's Assessment Freeze
Provides protection against real estate tax increases for seniors with limited income. It is not a tax freeze or a tax reduction and does not protect against increased taxes due to tax rate increases. Applications are due by July 31 of each year.
Eligibility:
Property must be in Lake County
Applicants must:
- Be 65 years of age or older
- Own and live in the property as their principal residence
- For Senior Freeze Program: total household income must be $65,000 or less
Languages:
Spanish
Program Fees:
No fee
Intake Process:
Call for assistance, or visit website to apply using the Smart File portal
Documents Required:
- Photo ID
- Proof of residence
- Proof of ownership (Trust documentation, if applicable)
- Proof of income
Contacts
Program Contact Information
Phone Numbers
Primary Program Phone
(847) 377-2050
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
18 North County Street
7th Floor
Waukegan, IL 60085
Mailing
18 North County Street
7th Floor
Waukegan, IL 60085
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Wishlist:
None
Volunteer Opportunities:
None
Date of Official Change:
September 5, 2025
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Geography Served
- Illinois
- Lake County
- Lake County
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Geography Served
- Illinois
- Lake County
- Lake County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
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