Assessor Services
River Forest Township Assessor Services can answer many questions about real estate and property tax bills. Property values are determined by the Cook County Assessor’s Office.
Our part-time office is open. We are here to assist you. You may call our office at 708-366-2787. Please leave your name, address, phone number, and concern or email us at: [email protected].
Walk in appointments are not available at this time.
Assessor News and Updates
2023 Exemption Applications Due
April 29, 2023
All exemption applications, including the Senior Freeze Exemptions have been mailed out by the Cook County Assessor's Office by mid-March. If you file for a Senior Freeze, you will use your 2022 income. Due date for all exemptions April 29.
You can follow the Cook County Assessor's Website for additional exemption updates:
2023 Second Installment
Tax Bills
Second installment property tax bills reflect any increase or decrease in property assessment as well as exemptions. Second installment tax bill are expected to be out July 1, 2024. With a due date of August 1st.
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Overview of Services
The 2022 tax year exemption filing period now requires a Certificate of Error.
We are here to help with any questions or concerns. Call or email us for assistance. (708)366-2787 or [email protected]
Tax Year Exemption Applications
Property Tax Cycle
The new year introduces the start of a new property tax cycle. We will continue to have appeal sessions with the Cook County Assessor and the Board of Review. Exemption applications will be processed, tax levies will be determined by taxing bodies and 2023 property tax bills calculated, sent and due all before the end of 2024.
Property Tax Exemptions
To verify which exemptions were received last year, homeowners can visit the Cook County Property Tax Portal at cookcountypropertyinfo.com, enter their PIN and look under the exemption tab.
For first-time applicants, the tax year exemption filing period will begin in March. Homeowner are encouraged to file online. To learn more about property tax exemptions and eligibility, visit cookcountyassessor.com/exemptions.
Early Payment for 2024 First Installment Tax Bill
The Cook County Treasurer will make it available to pay one’s 2024’s first installment tax bill in December. If you choose to make your payment early, follow this link