Yes, you can file your Minnesota property tax refund online through the Minnesota Department of Revenue

Minnesota allows you to file a property tax refund claim online using the MyMN portal, the state's centralized account system. You can also file by mail or in person, but the online route is the fastest and requires the fewest documents to track down. The Department of Revenue processes online claims in roughly four to six weeks, compared to six to eight weeks for paper filings.

To file online, you need a MyMN account (free to create), your property tax statement from the year you're claiming, and your Social Security number or federal employer identification number. The form you'll complete is called the Minnesota Homestead Property Tax Refund Claim, and it's built directly into the portal — you don't read it separately.

Key Takeaways

  • The MyMN portal is the fastest way to file a property tax refund claim, with processing taking four to six weeks instead of six to eight weeks by mail.
  • You must have owned and occupied the property as your primary residence during the tax year you're claiming, or be a renter whose landlord passed the property tax increase to you.
  • Your property tax statement from the year in question is the main document you'll need; the portal will ask you to enter figures from it rather than upload the statement itself.
  • If you don't have a MyMN account, you can create one for free using your email address, and the setup takes about five minutes.
  • The Department of Revenue will contact you by mail if they need additional information, so check your mailbox regularly after filing.

Who can file a property tax refund claim in Minnesota

You're may be able to access to file if you owned and occupied a home in Minnesota as your primary residence on December 31 of the tax year you're claiming. "Occupied" means you lived there — not that you owned a vacation property or investment property elsewhere. If you sold the home during the year, you can still file for the months you lived there.

Renters can also file a refund claim if their landlord passed along a property tax increase in the form of higher rent. You'll need to provide the landlord's name and the address of the rental property, but you don't need the landlord's permission to file.

You cannot file if your household income exceeded the limit for the year you're claiming. Income limits change annually and depend on your filing status and number of dependents. The 2024 limit for a single filer was roughly $89,000; for married filing jointly, roughly $111,000. Check the Department of Revenue website for the specific year you're claiming, since limits shift year to year.

Step-by-step: filing through MyMN online

Start by going to mymn.state.mn.us and signing in or creating a new account. If you're new, you'll enter your email address, create a password, and verify your email — this takes about five minutes. Once you're logged in, search for "property tax refund" in the portal's search bar.

Select the Minnesota Homestead Property Tax Refund Claim form. The portal will ask you to choose the tax year you're claiming (you can file for prior years if you didn't claim them when you filed your state income tax return). You'll then enter information from your property tax statement: the property address, the amount of property tax you paid, and whether you're filing as an owner or renter.

The form will also ask for your household income from that tax year. Have your federal tax return handy — the portal asks for adjusted gross income, which is a specific line on your 1040. If you filed a Minnesota state return, you can also use the Minnesota taxable income figure from that return.

Once you've entered all fields, review the summary and submit. The portal will show you a confirmation number — save or print this. You'll receive an email confirmation, and the Department of Revenue will mail you a letter within four to six weeks confirming receipt and the status of your claim.

What documents you need before you start

Gather your property tax statement for the year you're claiming. This is the bill you received from your county assessor — it shows the total property tax amount and the property address. If you can't find the original, you can request a copy from your county assessor's office (each county has its own contact information online).

You'll also need your federal tax return or Minnesota state tax return from that year, because the form asks for household income. If you filed jointly with a spouse, you'll need both Social Security numbers. If you claimed dependents, have that count ready — the income limits are higher for households with dependents.

You do not need to upload documents to the MyMN portal. The form straightforward asks you to enter the figures from your property tax statement and tax return. The Department of Revenue may contact you later asking for copies if they need to verify information, but that's not part of the initial filing.

Timeline and what happens after you file

After you submit online, the Department of Revenue typically processes the claim within four to six weeks. You'll receive a letter in the mail — not an email — confirming whether your claim was approved, denied, or needs more information. If they need additional documents, the letter will specify what they're asking for and give you a important date to respond (usually 30 days).

If your claim is approved, the refund is issued as a check mailed to your address on file. Refunds are not direct-deposited. The check should arrive within two to three weeks of the approval letter, though mail delivery times vary. If you don't receive your check within four weeks of the approval letter, contact the Department of Revenue to verify the mailing address they have on file.

If your claim is denied, the letter will explain why — common reasons include income exceeding the limit, not meeting the occupancy requirement, or having already filed for that year. You can appeal a denial by requesting a hearing, but you must do so within 30 days of the denial letter. The appeal process is handled by the Minnesota Tax Court.

Filing by mail or in person if you can't use MyMN

If you don't have internet access or prefer to file on paper, you can read the Form M1PR (Minnesota Homestead Property Tax Refund Claim) from the Department of Revenue website and mail it to the address listed on the form. Processing takes six to eight weeks by mail.

You can also file in person at any Minnesota Department of Revenue office. The main office is in St. Paul, but there are regional offices in Duluth, Rochester, and Mankato. Call ahead to confirm hours and whether you need an appointment. Filing in person does not speed up processing — you'll still wait four to six weeks for a decision.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I file a property tax refund for multiple years at once?

Yes. You can file for any prior year you didn't claim when you filed your state income tax return, going back several years. However, you must file a separate claim for each year. The MyMN portal allows you to submit multiple claims in one session, but each year is processed as its own claim with its own timeline.

What if I sold my home during the year I'm claiming?

You can still file. The form asks for the date you sold the property, and the refund is calculated based on the portion of the year you owned and occupied it. If you sold in June, you'd be claiming for January through June of that year.

Do I need my spouse's information if we filed taxes jointly?

Yes. If you filed a joint tax return, you'll need both Social Security numbers to complete the form. The refund will be issued as one check, but both names should be listed on it. If you're now divorced or separated, contact the Department of Revenue before filing — they have specific instructions for claims involving former spouses.

What if the Department of Revenue asks for more information after I file?

They'll send you a letter by mail explaining what documents they need and when you must respond (usually 30 days). Common requests are copies of your property tax statement, proof of residency, or your tax return. Respond by the important date listed in the letter, either by mail or by uploading documents through MyMN if that option is offered.

Can I check the status of my claim online after I file?

Not through MyMN — the portal doesn't have a claim status tracker. You can call the Department of Revenue at 651-296-3781 with your confirmation number, and they can tell you whether your claim is still being processed or if a decision has been made. Processing times are four to six weeks, so calling before that window closes won't speed things up.