Could you qualify for property tax relief?

Could you qualify for property tax relief? If you're 65 or older and have owned and lived in your home for at least 10 consecutive years, you may qualify for Colorado's Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption. The program exempts 50% of the first $200,000 of your primary residence's actual value from property taxes—potentially providing meaningful financial relief for longtime homeowners. To qualify for the 2026 exemption, at least one property owner must: Have been 65 or older as of Jan. 1, 2026; and Have owned and occupied the home as their primary residence for at least 10 consecutive years before Jan. 1, 2026. Applications must be submitted to the Arapahoe County Assessor's Office by July 15. Applications submitted by July 15, 2026, retain the right to appeal the Assessor's Office's decision. The Assessor's Office will continue accepting late applications through Aug. 15, 2026, but applicants who file after July 15 will not have appeal rights if their application is denied.