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Property Tax Rebate Information | LAKE COUNTY CHIEF COUNTY ASSESSMENT OFFICE - General Homestead Exemption

18 North County Street, 7th Floor, Waukegan, IL 60085

Eligibility

- Property must be in Lake County and the principal residence of the owner or applicant - Individuals can only receive tax exemption on one property (principal residence)

Hours

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 If visiting local Township Assessor's Office, call to confirm service hours.

Languages

Spanish

Application process

Call for assistance, or visit local Township Assessor's Office Documents Required: - Photo ID - Proof of residence

Fees

No fee

Service area

Lake County, IL

Description

Offers tax exemption to lower the taxable equalized assessed value of the property up to $8,000.

Date of Last Formal Update

08/26/2025

Data provided by

Lake County 211

Providing organization

LAKE COUNTY CHIEF COUNTY ASSESSMENT OFFICE

Office that provides home and tax assistance services.