Senior homeowners in Miami will begin receiving rebate checks in the coming days under the city’s Senior Citizen Tax Relief Program, which provides a full refund of the city’s portion of property taxes for qualifying residents.
City officials announced that the payments are part of a measure approved in September 2025 during the adoption of the fiscal year 2025–2026 budget. The initiative aims to ease financial pressure on older residents, particularly those living on fixed incomes.
To qualify for the rebate, residents must be at least 65 years old and must own and homestead their primary residence within Miami city limits.
The rebate applies only to the city’s share of ad valorem property taxes and does not affect taxes levied by other authorities such as county government or the school board. Officials say the program is intended to provide immediate relief while helping seniors remain in their homes despite rising costs.
