Homestead Exemption Finder
Information only. Homestead Exemption Finder is not a government agency or tax adviser. Exemptions are granted by your county or local assessor, so confirm the rules and deadline with them.

Westchester County, NY Homestead Exemption: How to File

How the homestead exemption and property tax relief work for homeowners in Westchester County, New York: the statewide program, where to file locally and how much you might save.

Where to fileNYS Department of Taxation and Finance (STAR) ↗
Local add-onsCounties, cities and school districts in New York may add their own exemptions or set different rates. The office above lists what applies to Westchester County homes.

The New York statewide program

School Tax Relief (STAR)

New York State Department of Taxation and Finance

Most homeowners Seniors Income-based

What it does
Reduces school taxes on your primary residence through a credit or exemption; Enhanced STAR gives seniors more.
Who qualifies
Owners whose home is their primary residence, within income limits.
How to apply
Register for the STAR credit with New York State.

Last checked Oct 21, 2026 · Official source ↗

Senior Citizens Exemption

New York State Department of Taxation and Finance

Seniors Income-based

What it does
Participating local governments and school districts can reduce the taxable assessment of a qualifying senior's home by as much as 50%.
Who qualifies
Owners 65 or older who meet the local income limit, where the town, city, county or school district has opted in.
How to apply
Apply to your local assessor (Form RP-467); most localities require an annual renewal.

Last checked Oct 21, 2026 · Official source ↗

Estimate your savings

All New York relief · Other large counties · New York down payment assistance (DPA Finder)

Local office link last checked Oct 21, 2026.