Pennsylvania Property Tax Rent Rebate Program Information

Property Tax Rent Rebate Program Information
Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program - Expanded Income Eligibility and Larger Rebates Now Available (REV-573)
PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE

PROPERTY TAX/RENT REBATE PROGRAM
Expanded Income Eligibility and Larger Rebates Now Available

REV-573 11-23

Governor Josh Shapiro delivered on a promise he made to older Pennsylvanians when he signed a
new law, Act 7 of 2023, that significantly expands the Property Tax/Rent Rebate (PTRR) program. This
historic legislation delivers the largest targeted tax cut for Pennsylvania seniors in nearly two decades.
Under the expansion, nearly 175,000 more Pennsylvanians will qualify for a property tax or rent rebate. At the same
time, many of the 430,000 people who will see their rebates increase.
Since its inception in 1971, the PTRR program has delivered more than $8 billion in property tax and rent
relief to some of Pennsylvania’s most vulnerable residents. The program is funded by the Pennsylvania
Lottery.

For more information, about the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, please visit revenue.pa.gov/PTRR
or call 1-888-222-9190.
INCOME & REBATES

WHAT’S NEW
•	 First, the maximum standard rebate is increasing
from $650 to $1,000.
•	 Second, the income cap for both renters and
homeowners will be made equal and increase to
$45,000 a year.
•	 Third, the income caps will be tied to the cost-ofliving moving forward, meaning those who receive a
rebate won’t lose their eligibility in the future due to
increases in Social Security payments.

HOMEOWNERS
&
RENTERS

INCOME
$

MAX. REBATE

0 to $ 8,000

$1,000

$ 8,001 to $ 15,000

$ 770

$15,001 to $ 18,000

$ 460

$18,001 to $ 45,000

$ 380

Exclude half of Social Security benefits, Supplemental
Security income, and/or Tier 1 Railroad Retirement
benefits when calculating total household income.
Rebates are based on property taxes or rent paid the
year prior.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Pennsylvanians age 65 and older
Widows and widowers age 50 and older
People with disabilities age 18 and older
You must have owned and occupied a home or
rented and occupied a home, apartment, nursing
home, boarding home, or similar residence in
Pennsylvania.
Homeowners must have paid property taxes prior to
applying. Renters must verify their landlords were
required to pay property taxes or made payments in lieu
of property taxes on rental properties.

HOW TO APPLY
Online: File for a rebate using myPATH at
mypath.pa.gov. This is the department’s
user-friendly online filing system. Filing
online gives you instant confirmation
that a claim has been successfully filed, allows access
to automatic calculators, and includes other helpful
features.
Paper: If you filed for a rebate by paper last year,
you will automatically be mailed a paper instruction
booklet/application form. Paper applications are
also available online at revenue.pa.gov/ptrr or by calling
1-800-362-2050.
Rebates will be distributed beginning July 1, as required
by law. First-time filers should anticipate that it will take
additional time to review their applications and process
their rebates.

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PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE

PROPERTY TAX/RENT REBATE PROGRAM
Top Tips for Homeowners & Renters When Filing

REV-573 11-23

! Planning to file for a rebate through the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program? Here
are some tips from the Department of Revenue to help applicants accurately file
their applications and avoid common mistakes.
Missing or Inaccurate Social Security Number(s)
Be sure to include your full Social Security Number(s)
on the application. It should also be written on
documentation sent in with your application. Your
SSN should appear as it does on your Social Security
card.
Misspelled Names
Double check the spelling on name(s) listed on the
application. It should match the names on Social
Security cards.

Incorrect Bank Account Numbers
If able, filers should choose direct deposit. This is
the fastest way for you to receive your rebate once
distributions start on July 1. Please make sure you are
using the correct routing and account numbers.
Unsigned Forms
If filing by paper, an unsigned application isn’t valid. A
signature and date are needed from one applicant on
the application.

Inaccurate Income Information
Carefully review your income information: wages,
dividends, pension income, and other income you
receive to make sure you are calculating the correct
amounts. Remember to exclude one-half of Social
Security payments.

Incomplete Rent Certificate
Applicants must use the department’s PA-1000RC
form (rent certificate) as documentation for rent paid
during the claim year. The form must be filled out and
signed by the renter’s landlord, or their authorized
agent. The department will not solely accept rent
receipts or ledgers as proof of rent paid.

Math Mistakes
Math errors are some of the most common issues on
applications. Filers should always double check their
math.

Incorrect Homeowner Tax Documents
Make sure you include a copy of your tax bills with a
letter from the tax collector or financial institution that
the taxes have been paid.

All filers — whether returning or filing for the first time — need to include the required
documentation for property taxes or rent paid when filing an application. This
information will be needed whether filing online or by paper.

Reminders
•	 You must reapply for rebates every year as they are based on annual income and property taxes or
rent paid during the prior year.
•	 It’s free to apply for a rebate and assistance is available at hundreds of locations across the state:
Department of Revenue district offices, local Area Agencies on Aging, senior centers, and state
legislators’ offices.
•	 Supplemental rebates are automatically calculated for those with incomes of $30,000 or less who
live in Philadelphia, Scranton, or Pittsburgh, or if property taxes are 15% or more of total income.

PROPERTY TAX/RENT REBATE INFO

ONLINE CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER

1-888-222-9190

revenue.pa.gov/help

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