How to Claim Pennsylvania’s $800 Rent or Property Tax Rebate This Year

As inflation and rising housing costs continue to impact fixed-income households, Pennsylvania offers targeted relief through its Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program.

Designed to ease the financial pressure caused by property taxes or rent, this annual rebate can provide up to $800 to qualifying residents.

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Who Qualifies for the Rebate?

The program is tailored to assist three key groups:

• Seniors aged 65 or older

• Widows and widowers aged 50 or older

• Individuals with disabilities aged 18 or older

Applicants must meet strict annual income limits to be eligible:

• Homeowners: Income must not exceed $35,000

• Renters: Income must not exceed $15,000

Note: For most applicants, only 50% of Social Security income is counted toward the income threshold, allowing more individuals to qualify.

How Much Can You Receive?

The maximum rebate amount is $650. However, supplemental rebates—up to an additional $150—are available for qualifying homeowners in specific hardship situations, bringing the total potential benefit to $800.

It’s getting more expensive to live—but you may qualify for financial relief!

 

How to Apply?

Rebate applications must be filed annually and can be submitted:

• Online via the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue’s myPATH portal

• By mail using a paper application (PA-1000 form or see more here), available from the Department of Revenue or local legislative offices

The filing deadline typically falls around June 30, and payments are issued beginning in July, depending on processing time.

 

Why It Matters?

For many Pennsylvanians—particularly seniors and individuals with disabilities—property taxes and rent consume a significant portion of their limited income.

With inflation driving up the cost of groceries, utilities, and healthcare, this rebate offers much-needed financial breathing room.

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