Senator Nelson reminds homeowners and renters filing for a property tax refund of August 15 deadline

Senate Tax Committee Chairwoman Carla Nelson (R-Rochester) today reminded Minnesotans that qualifying homeowners and renters have a deadline of August 15 to file their property tax refunds for 2019. Property tax refunds for 2020 can be submitted through 2022.

“Every year, thousands of Minnesotans miss out on money that they are owed simply because they are not aware of it,” said Sen. Nelson. “I want to urge all Minnesotans to take a few minutes to see if they qualify for a refund. But act quickly, because the deadline is fast approaching.”

According to the Department of Revenue, the average property tax refund for homeowners last year was $1,065. For renters, the average refund was $690.

The Department of Revenue also provided these helpful tips for Minnesotans who may be eligible for a refund:

  • Find out if you qualify for a property tax refund. Renters and homeowners that meet certain requirements may be eligible. Visit the Department of Revenue’s property tax refund website to see if you qualify or type property tax refund into the Search box.
  • Homeowners can file for free.  Eligible homeowners can use the department’s electronic filing system to file their property tax refund for free. Visit the Department of Revenue’s resource guide to see if you qualify to use this free service.  
  • Include the right information. Renters should make sure to include their Certificate of Rent Paid form issued by their landlord in January. Homeowners should make sure to use the information from their property tax statements issued by their county each spring. 
  • Direct deposit. Direct deposit is the most secure way to get your refund. Make sure your banking information is active and up-to-date when filing your return.
  • Track your refund. You can track where your property tax refund is in the process by using our Where’s My Refund? system. The system will show you which of the four stages your refund is in and whether you need to take any action to allow us to complete the processing of your refund. You will see the date your refund was issued when it is finished processing.
  • Check out the Department of Revenue’s short tax tip video about filing for your property tax refund. 

In addition, senior citizens may also qualify for a Property Tax Deferral for Senior Citizens. This allows them to defer a portion of the property taxes they owe each year.