Get Form Rp-425-gc Application For Extension Of 2025 Enhanced Star Deadline Revised 10/24

Eligibility requirements All owners must be 65 or older by the end of the calendar year in which the exemption begins, unless they are the spouse or sibling of an owner who is 65 or older by that time.

Enhanced STAR provides an increased benefit for the primary residences of senior citizens (age 65 and older) with qualifying incomes: $98,700 or less for the 2024-2025 school year. $107,300 or less for the 2025-2026 school year.

To qualify for an exemption that begins on July 1, you must be 65 or older by the following December 31. If you co-own your property with a spouse or sibling, only one of you needs to be 65 or older.

Basic STAR is for homeowners whose total household income is $500,000 or less. The benefit is estimated to be a $293 tax reduction. Enhanced STAR is for homeowners 65 and older whose total household income for all owners and residents spouses is $98,700 or less. The benefit is estimated to be a $650 tax reduction.

To apply for the Enhanced STAR exemption, submit this application and Form RP-425-E, Application for the Enhanced STAR Exemption to your assessor. You must also provide proof of income as described on the above forms.

Basic STAR is for homeowners whose total household income is $500,000 or less. The benefit is estimated to be a $293 tax reduction. Enhanced STAR is for homeowners 65 and older whose total household income for all owners and residents spouses is $98,700 or less. The benefit is estimated to be a $650 tax reduction.

After you register, as long as you're eligible, you'll automatically receive the Basic or Enhanced STAR credit every year.

Property owners who are granted the “basic” STAR exemption generally will not need to reapply in subsequent years. However, they will need to notify their assessor if their primary residence changes. Where do I get the STAR application form?