IT-214
Real Property Tax Credit (IT-214) - renters and owners
In short
Refundable credit up to $75 (under 65) or $375 (household with member 65+) for rent or property taxes - even if no tax return otherwise required. Full-year NYS resident 6+ months at same address; household gross income <= $18,000; renters paying <= $450/month average (property value under $85,000 for owners); not a dependent.
Why it matters
Renters can get up to $75 back by filing a state tax form, even with no income to report. Few people know. Needs tax-preparer registration if you charge.
- What you get
- Refundable credit up to $75 (under 65) or $375 (household with member 65+) for rent or property taxes - even if no tax return otherwise required.
- Who qualifies
- Full-year NYS resident 6+ months at same address; household gross income <= $18,000; renters paying <= $450/month average (property value under $85,000 for owners); not a dependent.
- Income limit (2026)
- Household gross income <= $18,000 (incl. SSI/SS).
- Papers to gather
- Lease/rent receipts, income incl. Social Security/SSI.
- Renewal
- Yearly.
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