Where to check your 2023 Minnesota property tax refund status

The Minnesota Department of Revenue runs the property tax refund program, and you can check the status of your 2023 refund through their online portal. Go to taxes.state.mn.us and look for the "Property Tax Refund" section. You will need your Social Security number and the property address to look up your refund.

If you filed a Minnesota tax return for 2023, the Department of Revenue automatically reviewed your case for a refund. You do not need to submit a separate form to be considered. The system will show you whether a refund was issued, the amount, and the payment method — either direct deposit or a mailed check.

If you cannot find your refund online or the portal is not working, you can call the Department of Revenue at 651-296-3781 during business hours. Have your Social Security number and property address ready when you call.

Key Takeaways

  • The Minnesota Department of Revenue automatically reviews all 2023 tax returns to determine if you owe a property tax refund — you do not need to request one separately.
  • Check your refund status at taxes.state.mn.us using your Social Security number and property address.
  • Refunds are issued by direct deposit or check, and the online portal shows both the amount and the payment method used.
  • If your refund was issued more than six months ago and you have not received it, contact the Department of Revenue to report it as missing.

Who is may have access to to a 2023 property tax refund

Minnesota issues property tax refunds to homeowners and renters whose property taxes or rent are high compared to their household income. The refund is based on what you reported on your 2023 Minnesota tax return. If you owned your home or rented on December 31, 2023, you may have been considered for a refund.

Homeowners must have paid property taxes on the home. Renters are considered to have paid property taxes indirectly through their rent, so renters can also receive refunds. The amount depends on your household income, the amount of property tax or rent you paid, and the value of the property.

If you did not file a 2023 Minnesota tax return but believe you should have, you may still be able to claim a refund. Contact the Department of Revenue to ask about filing a late return.

How the refund amount is calculated

The Department of Revenue uses a formula that compares your property taxes (or rent, for renters) to your household income. The higher your property taxes relative to your income, the larger your potential refund. The formula also takes into account the market value of your property.

You cannot calculate the exact amount yourself without knowing the Department of Revenue's current formula, which can change year to year. The online portal will show you the amount the state determined you owe. If you believe the amount is wrong, you can request a review by contacting the Department of Revenue.

What to do if you have not received your refund

Refunds are typically issued within four to six months after the tax filing important date. If you filed your 2023 return on time (by April 15, 2024) and it is now past October 2024, your refund should have arrived. Check the online portal first to confirm the refund was issued and what method was used.

If the portal shows a refund was issued by direct deposit, check your bank account to see if it arrived. Bank deposits can take a few extra days to show up. If the portal shows a check was mailed and you have not received it after two weeks, the check may have been lost in the mail.

If your refund was issued more than six months ago and you still have not received it, call the Department of Revenue at 651-296-3781. They can issue a replacement check or investigate whether the direct deposit went to the wrong account.

Refunds issued by direct deposit versus check

The Department of Revenue will issue your refund by the same method you used to file your tax return. If you filed electronically and provided direct deposit information, your refund will be deposited directly into your bank account. If you filed a paper return, your refund will be mailed as a check.

Direct deposit refunds typically arrive within three to five business days after the Department of Revenue processes your return. Mailed checks take longer — usually one to two weeks after the check is mailed, depending on postal service speed. The online portal will tell you which method was used for your refund.

What happens if your address has changed

If you moved after filing your 2023 tax return, a mailed refund check may have gone to your old address. The postal service may forward it, but forwarding is not may provide. Check the online portal to see if your refund was issued by check or direct deposit.

If a check was mailed to your old address and you did not receive it, contact the Department of Revenue. They can issue a replacement check to your current address. Have your new address ready when you call.

If you filed electronically and provided direct deposit information, your refund will go to the bank account you listed on your return, regardless of your current address. If you closed that account or changed banks, the deposit may have been rejected. The Department of Revenue can reissue the refund by check if this happened.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get my refund faster than the normal timeline?

No. The Department of Revenue processes refunds in the order they are received. You cannot request expedited processing. If you filed early, your refund will typically be issued earlier than if you filed closer to the important date.

What if I did not file a 2023 Minnesota tax return?

You may still be may have access to to a refund. Contact the Department of Revenue to ask about filing a late return. You have several years to file and claim a refund, though the sooner you file, the sooner you can receive it.

Can I claim a refund for a property I no longer own?

Only if you owned the property on December 31, 2023. If you sold it earlier in 2023, you may still be may have access to to a partial refund based on the taxes you paid while you owned it. The Department of Revenue will determine the amount based on your tax return.

What if the online portal says I owe money instead of receiving a refund?

This means your 2023 Minnesota tax return showed you owe state income tax rather than being may have access to to a property tax refund. You will need to pay that amount. Contact the Department of Revenue if you have questions about the amount or payment options.

Do I need to report the refund as income on my 2024 tax return?

No. Property tax refunds are not considered taxable income in Minnesota. You do not need to report the refund amount on your 2024 return.