Stay NJ, now in its first year, was created to cut property tax bills in half — capped at $6,500 — for New Jersey homeowners ...

Homeowners across New Jersey face even higher property tax bills in 2026, even as Stay NJ, ANCHOR and Senior Freeze programs ...

In an effort to support its older residents, Middlesex County is actively promoting the “Stay NJ” property tax relief program, a new state initiative. Stay NJ offers financial assistance to eligible ...

New Jersey’s property taxes are consistently ranked as the highest in the country, with the average bill climbing to nearly $10,100 in 2024, according to the state Department of Community Affairs. New ...

“This new one-stop application will make it simpler for residents to apply for the property tax relief benefits they’re entitled to,” said State Treasurer Elizabeth Maher Muoio in a press release.

Property taxes primarily fund local services like schools, police, and road construction. Towns with more businesses or higher-valued homes can set lower tax rates. Tax-exempt properties, such as ...