Property Tax Assistance Program For Seniors

In 2024 the Town Council adopted a new Property Tax Assistance program for eligible seniors in our community. Whether you own or rent your home, apartment, or condominium, you may qualify for up to $750 in rebates. Please submit only one application per household.

To be eligible for the program, you must meet all of the following qualifications: 

- 65 years of age or older; 

- Homestead (have a primary residence) in the Town of Freeport for at least the last 5 years; 

- Own assets (excluding your primary residence) that do not exceed $500,000 in value; and 

- Combined household income does not exceed 250% of the Federal Poverty Level.*
                                * i.e. Household of 1 = $37,650; Household of 2 = $51,100

How to Apply: 
Stop by the Freeport Town Hall (please see below for what to bring with you). We will review your application and let you know if you qualify. No appointment necessary! 

What to Bring:
When you come to Freeport Town Hall (30 Main Street), please bring the following with you: 

- Program Application (Print application at this link (PDF)) 

- A copy of your previous year's Tax Filing (If you do not file taxes, bring 1099s or other income documentation.) 

- A copy of your lease and documents related to rent increases for last year (Renters Only) 

Town Council will review applications. Rebates will be issued within 21 days or after the FY25 assessed property taxes are paid in full, whichever is later. Please note that rebates may be prorated if total applicant need exceeds program funds. If you have questions or are unable to come to Town Hall during the drop-in hours listed above, please call 207-865-4743 (Option #9) or email swilson@freeportmaine.com.

What is specifically counted towards income and assets:

•  Income:  All compensation for services (wages, salaries, tips, fees, commissions, paid fringe benefits, etc.); gross income derived from business; gains derived from dealings in property (capital or other); interest; rents from real estate; royalties; dividends; alimony and separate maintenance payments received; annuities; pensions; income from discharge of indebtedness; distributive share of partnership gross income; income from an interest in estate or trust; IRA distributions; unemployment compensation' and social security benefits.
• Assets include cash and equivalents (such as bank accounts, certificates of deposits, club accounts, stocks, bonds, treasury notes, pensions, gold, etc.); interest in any real estate other than primary residence; vehicles (other than one primary vehicle which will be the lesser valued vehicle); recreational vehicles and equipment; and high value items that can reasonably liquidated for $10,000 or more each).