How to apply for Real Estate Tax Relief for the Elderly & Disabled — Skagit

Who it's for

Skagit County offers real estate tax relief (exemption) for homeowners who are 61 or older or permanently disabled. Total household income must be $48,000 or less. Skagit Assessor page states the current top income limit of $48,000 (in a notice that thresholds increase to $78,000 in 2027) and 'Income limits have increased to a maximum Combined Household Income of $48,000'. $48,000 matches DOR Income Threshold 3 for Skagit in the DOR 2024-2026 publication (https://dor.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2023-08/Income_ThreshTY24-26.pdf). Age 61 appears verbatim ('At least 61 years of age.') in the county-hosted DOR brochure https://www.skagitcounty.net/Assessor/Documents/SeniorExempt.pdf, not on the HTML page (verbatim_caveat). Online application portal: https://skagitcountywa-self.govplatform.com/en/service/Senior_Citizen_and_People_with_Disabilities_Exemption_from_Real_Property_Taxes_Application Apply through the county assessor's office.

What you'll need

• Proof of age or permanent disability
• Income documentation for all household members
• Statement of assets/net worth (excluding the home)
• Proof the home is the primary residence in Skagit County

Where to apply

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Real Estate Tax Relief for the Elderly & Disabled — Skagit. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need proof of age or permanent disability, income documentation for all household members, statement of assets/net worth (excluding the home) — is anything else required? What is the best next step?”

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

annual