Where to check the status of your Minnesota property tax refund

Minnesota's Department of Revenue processes property tax refunds through two main routes: the Property Tax Refund (for homeowners) and the Renters Property Tax Refund (for renters). You can check the status of either refund by logging into your account on the Department of Revenue website using your Minnesota ID number and date of birth, or by calling the Department of Revenue at 651-296-3781.

The status tool shows whether your refund has been received, is being processed, has been approved, or has been sent. If your refund was mailed, the tool will tell you the date it was sent. If you chose direct deposit, it will show the date the funds were transferred to your bank account.

You can also contact your county assessor's office directly. They have records of what was submitted on your behalf and can sometimes see processing details that the state website does not yet display, especially if there is a delay or question about your claim.

Key Takeaways

  • Check your refund status on the Department of Revenue website using your Minnesota ID and date of birth, or call 651-296-3781.
  • Refunds are typically mailed or direct deposited between May and July, depending on when your claim was processed.
  • If your refund is delayed beyond July, contact your county assessor to confirm your claim was filed correctly.
  • The status tool shows you whether your refund has been sent and the date it was mailed or deposited.

How long Minnesota property tax refunds take to process

Processing time depends on when you filed and whether your claim required additional review. Most refunds filed by the April 15 deadline are processed and mailed or deposited between May and July. If you filed after April 15, your refund typically arrives later in the summer or early fall.

Some claims take longer because the Department of Revenue needs to verify information with your county assessor, your mortgage lender, or your landlord. If your income is close to the income limit, or if there is a discrepancy between what you reported and what the department's records show, the review can add four to eight weeks.

You should not assume your refund is lost if it has not arrived by mid-July. The department processes thousands of claims, and delays of a few weeks are common, especially in years when filing volume is high.

What to do if your refund status shows "pending" or "under review"

A "pending" status means your claim has been received but has not yet been assigned for processing. A claim typically moves out of pending status within two to four weeks of filing. If your claim has been pending for more than six weeks, contact the Department of Revenue to confirm it was received.

"Under review" means the department is checking details with another agency or verifying information you provided. This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with your claim. The review usually takes two to four weeks, but can take longer if the department is waiting for information from your county or your lender.

You can speed up the process by having documents ready: your property tax statement, your deed or lease, proof of homestead status (if you claimed it), and your income documentation. If the department contacts you asking for information, respond as quickly as possible.

Reasons your Minnesota property tax refund might be delayed

The most common reason for delay is a mismatch between the information on your claim and the records the department has on file. This might be a different address, a spelling variation in your name, or a discrepancy in your income or property value. The department will contact you if this happens, usually by mail.

Another common reason is that your claim was filed after the April 15 deadline. Late claims are processed after on-time claims, so you should expect a longer wait. Some years, the department does not process late claims until September or October.

If you claimed homestead status but have not yet registered your property with your county assessor, your claim may be held until that registration is complete. Homestead status must be verified before the refund can be approved.

If you are a renter and your landlord did not file the property tax information with the county, your claim cannot be processed. You can contact your landlord to ask them to file, or you can contact your county assessor to find out whether the filing is required and how to move forward.

How to contact the Minnesota Department of Revenue about your refund

Call the Department of Revenue at 651-296-3781 during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Central Time). Have your Minnesota ID number, date of birth, and property address ready. The department can tell you the status of your claim and explain any delays.

You can also send a written inquiry to the Department of Revenue, Property Tax Refund Section, 600 North Robert Street, St. Paul, MN 55146. Include your name, address, Minnesota ID number, and the tax year you are asking about. Written inquiries typically receive a response within two to three weeks.

If you believe your refund was sent but you never received it, the department can issue a replacement check or reprocess your direct deposit. You will need to provide proof that the original check was not cashed (if it was mailed) or confirm your bank account information (if it was direct deposited).

What happens if your refund was sent but you did not receive it

If the status tool shows your refund was mailed but you did not receive the check, contact the Department of Revenue and ask them to stop payment on the original check and issue a replacement. You will need to wait about 10 business days for the original check to clear the system before a replacement can be mailed.

If you chose direct deposit and the status tool shows the funds were transferred but the money did not appear in your account, contact your bank first. The funds may have been deposited to a closed account or an account that was closed after you filed your claim. If your bank confirms the deposit was not received, contact the Department of Revenue with your current account information so they can reprocess the payment.

Keep records of any correspondence with the department or your bank. If you need to file a claim for a lost or misdirected refund, you will need documentation showing that you did not receive the original payment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get my refund faster if I chose direct deposit instead of a check?

Direct deposit is typically faster by one to two weeks, since the department does not need to print and mail a check. However, processing time depends on when your claim was received and whether it required review, not just the payment method. Both direct deposit and mailed checks are processed in the same queue.

What if I moved after I filed my property tax refund claim?

Contact the Department of Revenue and provide your new address. If your refund was already mailed to your old address, the post office may forward it, but it is safer to notify the department directly. If the check was lost in the mail, they can issue a replacement to your new address.

Do I need to do anything if my refund status says "approved"?

No. "Approved" means your claim has been verified and your refund is scheduled to be mailed or deposited. You should receive it within one to two weeks of the approval date. If you do not receive it after two weeks, contact the Department of Revenue.

Can I check my refund status if someone else filed the claim for me?

You can check the status using your own Minnesota ID and date of birth. If you need details about the claim itself, you may need to contact the Department of Revenue directly and provide proof that you authorized someone else to file on your behalf.

What if I think the refund amount is wrong?

Contact the Department of Revenue and ask them to review your calculation. Bring your property tax statement, your deed or lease, and your income documentation. If you believe there is an error, the department can recalculate your refund and issue a corrected payment if you are owed more, or request repayment if you were overpaid.