Arizona Senior Property Valuation Protection Option (Senior Freeze)

As home values rise, property taxes can become harder to afford. Arizona's Senior Property Valuation Protection Option (often called the Senior Freeze) helps eligible homeowners by freezing their home's taxable value, which can help limit future property tax increases caused by rising home values. This can help you stretch your budget further and make it easier to manage housing costs.

What is the Arizona Senior Property Valuation Protection Option?

The Arizona Senior Property Valuation Protection Option, also called the Senior Freeze, helps eligible Arizona homeowners by freezing their home's taxable value. Although the program is called a "Senior Freeze," it does not freeze your property tax bill. Instead, it freezes your home's taxable value, which is used to calculate your property taxes. This can help protect you from paying higher property taxes if your home's value increases over time.

Note: Your property tax bill can still change if local tax rates or special assessments change. The program only freezes your home's taxable value—it does not guarantee your property taxes will stay the same.

Am I eligible for Arizona's Senior Freeze?

You must meet certain rules to qualify for the Arizona Senior Property Valuation Protection Option. To be eligible:

• At least one owner of the home must be age 65 or above

• The home must be your primary residence

• You must have lived in the home for at least two years before applying

• Your total household income must be at or below:

• $47,712 for a household with one person

• $59,640 for a household with two or more people

How do I apply?

To apply for the Arizona Senior Property Valuation Protection Option, you must first complete a paper application. You can download and print it below:

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Senior Property Valuation Protection Option Application

Once you have filled out your application, you can submit it in person to your County Assessor's Office. Contact your county to learn how applications are accepted.

When you apply, you must also provide documents that verify your age, residency, and gross household income. Examples of income verification documents include:

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Federal income tax return

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Veteran disability pension or insurance benefits

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Alimony or welfare payment records

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Social Security benefits statement

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Workers' compensation benefits

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Retirement, pension, or annuity statements

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Wages, salaries, or tips

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Disability compensation

If you qualify, your home's taxable value will be frozen for three years. About six months before your three-year approval period ends, your County Assessor will notify you that it is time to reapply. You must continue to meet the eligibility requirements to keep receiving the benefit.

What if I need help?

If you have questions about the Arizona Senior Property Valuation Protection Option or need help with your application, support is available. You can:

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Contact your County Assessor's Office to learn if you may qualify, get answers about the application process, and get help completing your application.

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Contact the Arizona Department of Revenue for general questions about the Senior Property Valuation Protection Option and more information about the program. You can reach them at (602) 255-3381) or ptcountyservices@azdor.gov.