City of Philadelphia
Department of Revenue - Department of Revenue - Low Income Senior Citizen Real Estate Freeze Program
Prevents your real estate tax bill from increasing if you meet certain age and income requirements. The amount of property tax you pay each year will not increase, even if your property assessment or the tax rate changes. If your tax liability decreases due to a lower property assessment or a tax rate decrease, the amount of real estate tax you owe will also be lowered to the new amount.
1401 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Eligibility:
Age:
  • Persons age 65+, or
    • Persons who live in same household with spouse who is age 65+, or
    • Widowed persons age 50+ whose spouse was age 65+ at time of death

      Income:
    • Single Person: $33,500 or less
    • Married Couple: $41,500 or less
    • Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm
    (215) 686-6442
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    • (215) 686-6442
    Email Address: revenue@phila.gov
    Fee Amounts: Services provided free of charge.
    Intake Procedure: Apply online, following the instructions on the website.

    Or download and complete an application form from the website and mail to:
    The Philadelphia Department of Revenue
    P.O. Box 53190
    Philadelphia, PA 19105
    Intake Requirements: Proof of age (birth or marriage certificates, driver’s licenses, Social Security award letters)
    Proof of income
    Geographical Area: Philadelphia County
    Helpful Tips: Do not send your original documents; only photocopies accepted.

    Eligible persons living in cooperative buildings use the COOP APPLICATION (see website) and share your enrollment status with your building’s property management.
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    City of Philadelphia
    Department of Revenue - Department of Revenue - Low Income Senior Citizen Real Estate Freeze Program
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