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
Where Your Property Tax Dollars Go
Tax bills are determined by local taxing bodies when they request the dollars needed to provide services to citizens. The assessment process simply determines how the bill will be divided among taxpayers.
Second Installment
Tax Bills
Second installment tax bills will be available to view online June 26th with a due date of August 1st. They will also be available to pay online.
Second installment property tax bills reflect the 2023 reassessment as well as exemptions. For more specific information check the Cook County Treasurer’s
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Overview of Services
The 2023 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