General homestead exemption
Who may qualify
Own and use the property as a primary residence on January 1; only one property may receive it.
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Lake County property tax due dates 2025
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Installment timeline
- First installment
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- Second installment
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Assessment notice
Notices arrive during mid to late summer; publication and appeal deadlines vary by township.Official source. Verified .
Only announced dates are included, with a reminder seven days before. Re-download after dates change.
How to pay
Late payments and penalties
Unpaid first installment: 1.5% June 5, 3% July 5, 4.5% August 5, 6% September 5 and 7.5% October 5. Unpaid second installment: 1.5% September 5 and 3% October 5. Additional $10 fee after 5:00 PM Central October 2.
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Assessment appeals
Appeal within 30 days after the township assessment publication; use the final filing date on the assessment notice and county township schedule.
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Exemptions
Senior homestead exemption
Who may qualify
Age 65 or older; own and live in the property as the principal residence.
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Persons with disabilities homestead exemption
Who may qualify
Own or have a legal/equitable interest; live there on or before January 1; meet Social Security Act disability requirements and document eligibility.
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Standard exemption for veterans with disabilities and WWII veterans
Who may qualify
Qualifying disabled or World War II veterans, or qualifying surviving spouses, occupying a primary residence; see the county application requirements.
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County offices
Lake County Treasurer
treasurer
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Lake County Chief County Assessment Office
assessor
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County notes
Personal checks and e-checks end October 30 at 5:00 PM Central. Cards end November 6 at 5:00 PM Central. To avoid the November 13 tax sale, final payment must arrive by 5:00 PM Central November 12 in cash, money order or cashier’s check; no postmark.
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Common questions
When is property tax due in Lake County?
First installment: June 4, 2026 (announced). Second installment: September 4, 2026 (announced).
Where can I pay Lake County property tax?
Use the official payment portal: https://www.lakecountyil.gov/508/Current-Payment-Status. Online e-check, Credit or debit card, In person
What happens if my Lake County payment is late?
Unpaid first installment: 1.5% June 5, 3% July 5, 4.5% August 5, 6% September 5 and 7.5% October 5. Unpaid second installment: 1.5% September 5 and 3% October 5. Additional $10 fee after 5:00 PM Central October 2.
Sources and verification
https://www.lakecountyil.gov/3522/Real-Estate-Tax-Calendar
2025 Real Estate Tax Calendar (payable in 2026)
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https://www.lakecountyil.gov/436/General-Homestead-Exemption
Property ownership and primary residency on the property as of January 1st of the tax year seeking the exemption.
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https://www.lakecountyil.gov/457/Senior-Homestead-Exemption
Be 65 years of age or older Own and live in the property as their principal residence
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https://www.lakecountyil.gov/494/Homestead-Exemption-for-Persons-with-Dis
Own or have a legal or equitable interest in the property. Have lived on the property on or before January 1st of the tax year. Be disabled under the Federal Social Security Act
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https://www.lakecountyil.gov/468/Standard-Exemption-for-Veterans-with-Dis
This exemption provides a reduction in equalized assessed value (outlined below) of a primary residence occupied by a veteran with a disability, a World War II veteran or the surviving spouse.
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https://www.lakecountyil.gov/4219/Assessment-Notices
Lake County property owners will receive their property assessment notices in the mail during mid to late summer.
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Plan your next step
Estimate a bill and check your assessment
Census survey estimates, 2020–2024. These county medians describe a survey population; they do not establish your home’s correct assessment.
- Median home value
- $345,700
- Median annual taxes paid
- $8,923
- Estimated effective rate
- 2.58%
Census home values, Census taxes paid. Last verified 2026-10-24. Rate = median taxes ÷ median home value. Displayed rates are rounded; calculations use the unrounded ratio.
Appeal timing and filing
Appeal within 30 days after the township assessment publication; use the final filing date on the assessment notice and county township schedule.
How to file: File electronically with the Lake County Board of Review.
State guidance: After county Board of Review, appeal to the State Property Tax Appeal Board or file a tax-objection complaint in circuit court.
Official appeal information and filing instructions
Appeal sources and verification
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No savings are promised. Not tax or legal advice; confirm with your county. Estimate methodology and limitations.
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