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State tax filing

The property index number is needed to claim the Illinois property tax credit. In the Illinois section, look for Credit for Property Taxes. You will next see a Property Information screen. Fill in your County and your Property Index Number.

 

The Illinois Property Tax Credit is a credit on your individual income tax return equal to 5 percent of Illinois Property Tax (real estate tax) you paid on your principal residence. You must own and reside in your residence in order to take this credit.

 

For tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2017, the Illinois Property Tax Credit is not allowed if a taxpayer's federal Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) exceeds $500,000 for returns with a federal filing status of married filing jointly, or $250,000 for all other returns.

 

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Property Tax Credit

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