Licking County Auditor Property Search: Records & GIS Map

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Licking County, Ohio · Owner, address, PIN, tax, map and deed help

Search a Parcel, Read the Record & Use the Map

Find a Licking County property by owner name, street address or Auditor PIN, then use the parcel record to check ownership, values, land and building facts, tax information, transfer history and the correct map location.

This guide explains exactly what to type, what the search fields mean, why a parcel may not appear, how to create a property map or report, and whether your next call belongs to the Auditor, Treasurer, Recorder, GIS team, Archives or Board of Revision.

Read the quick answer Follow search steps Fix a failed search
Verify the parcel before using the information. Match the property address and Auditor PIN—not only the owner name. A public parcel record may change after a deed transfer, correction, split, merge, reappraisal or taxing-district change, and an online map line is not a legal boundary survey.

Quick answer: start with OnTrac, then use the map

Use OnTrac for the main property and tax lookup. Use the Licking County Tax Parcel Viewer when you need map context, a property-map report, aerial orientation, buffer tools or a search by owner, address or Auditor PIN. Copy the PIN before moving to tax-payment, deed, transfer or value-review work.

1 Find the parcel Use owner, address or PIN.
2 Verify two facts Match PIN plus address or property detail.
3 Save the record Keep the PIN, report and map.
4 Route the task Auditor, Treasurer, Recorder or GIS.
Auditor

740-670-5040

Treasurer

740-670-5010

Recorder

740-670-5300

Main location

20 S. Second St., Newark

After understanding the workflow above, open the official OnTrac route for property and tax details or the Tax Parcel Viewer for map-based research.

Open official OnTrac Open Tax Parcel Viewer

Choose the exact property task

This page is organized around actions rather than a directory of county links.

Prevent a wrong-office call

Which Licking County property tool do you need?

Begin with the Auditor’s property system to identify the parcel. Then use the office that controls the record or action you need.

Correct tool or office for common property tasks
Your task
Use
What it provides
Important limit
Find owner, address, PIN or property details
OnTrac
Property and tax records linked by both the Auditor and Treasurer.
The owner field is not a substitute for the recorded deed.
View a parcel map or create a report
Tax Parcel Viewer
Owner, address and PIN search, map layers, measurement, buffers and reports.
GIS lines and measurements are not a legal survey.
Check or pay property taxes
Treasurer
Real-estate tax collection, payment and account help.
The Auditor values property but does not process tax payments.
Find a deed, mortgage, lien or release
Recorder
Recorded documents, document images, indexes and recording services.
The online index is not a title opinion or ownership guarantee.
Transfer, split, merge or exempt a parcel
Auditor transfer desk
Conveyance, exempt, split and merge processing.
Same-day processing has a 4:00 p.m. cutoff.
Challenge market value
Auditor / Board of Revision
Current complaint form, evidence review and hearing process.
A value complaint does not directly remove a tax levy or special assessment.
Find older deeds or tax records
Records & Archives
Historical county record collections not always available in modern portals.
Recent or certified records remain with the originating office.
Best cross-office identifier: Save the Auditor PIN. Give it to the Auditor, Treasurer, Recorder or GIS staff along with the property address and owner name.
Troubleshooting order

No property result found? Try these fixes

Owner search returned nothing Use the surname alone or confirm the required “Last, First” order and space after the comma.
Address search failed Shorten the address and use abbreviations without periods, such as N instead of North and St instead of Street.
Auditor PIN failed Remove spaces, verify every zero and digit, and try the complete 000-000000-00.000 format.
Property recently sold Search the prior owner and check the Recorder for the newly recorded deed.
Property was split or merged Search the address, prior PIN and owner. The new record may not use the identifier from an older bill or deed.
Rural mailing address is confusing Confirm the map location, township, municipality, school district and tax district rather than relying on mailing city alone.
Parcel report will not load Allow popups for the official county viewer and create the report again.
One tract appears as several parcels Check whether the land crosses taxing districts and is represented by split-listed parcel records.

Prepare this information before calling

Full property address
Current and former owner names
Current or old Auditor PIN
Approximate transfer date
Nearby road or intersection
Township or municipality
Screenshot of the failed result
Reason you need the record
Auditor call script “I am trying to identify the parcel at [property address]. The current or former owner may be [name], and the PIN I have is [number]. Can you confirm whether the parcel was recently transferred, split, merged, renumbered or placed in more than one tax district?”
Call Auditor: 740-670-5040 Open Auditor office page
Parcel-field decoder

Understand the Licking County property record

Licking County’s parcel services contain ownership, location, value, land-use and map fields. Use each field as a research clue, then move to the controlling record when legal proof is needed.

Important property-record fields and next actions
Field
What it helps you understand
Best next action
Auditor PIN
The parcel identifier used by the Auditor’s property system.
Copy it before calling, paying, mapping or researching deeds.
Owner name
The ownership name currently joined to the public parcel data.
Use the Recorder’s deed when legal ownership proof is needed.
Site address
The physical address associated with the parcel.
Do not confuse it with the owner’s mailing address.
Jurisdiction, municipality and township
The local governmental areas associated with the parcel.
Use these fields when zoning, service or boundary questions arise.
Tax district
The parcel’s local tax-area combination.
Compare taxes only with parcels in the same or a similar tax district.
School district
The school district attached to the parcel record.
Check it before comparing tax bills with a nearby property.
Tax, CAUV and GIS acres
Different acreage fields can serve appraisal, agricultural and mapping purposes.
Use the recorded deed or survey for legal acreage and dimensions.
Market land value
The market value assigned to the land portion.
Review land use, acreage, neighborhood and CAUV status.
Market improvement value
The value assigned to buildings and other taxable improvements.
Check year built, living area, condition and outbuildings.
Net total value
A value field reflecting applicable record adjustments.
Review exemptions, abatements, Homestead or other status fields.
Legal description
A short description or clue associated with the parcel.
Use the full recorded deed, plat or survey for legal work.
Plat book/page or instrument
References that can lead to a recorded plat or document.
Search the Recorder’s index using the instrument or party names.

Why one PIN may contain several tracts

Licking County’s parcel-service description says one Auditor parcel number can contain more than one described tract or platted lot. Do not assume each tract has a separate transferable PIN.

Why one tract may have several parcel records

A single described tract or platted lot that crosses more than one taxing district can be represented by multiple split-listed parcels. The county states that split-listed parcels cannot be transferred independently.

Transfer warning: When a property appears under multiple PINs, do not choose only the parcel with the largest value or acreage. Confirm every linked parcel before a deed transfer, tax payment, appraisal comparison or title search.

Check these physical facts before disputing value

Year built
Living area
Stories, rooms and bedrooms
Land-use code and class
Tax, CAUV and GIS acreage
Garages and other improvements
Owner occupancy and Homestead status
Recent transfer or construction
Maps, reports and GIS downloads

Create a property map and use GIS safely

Create a parcel report or property map

Select the correct parcel Search and click the intended parcel before opening report controls.
Choose Create Property Map Select an available page layout and map scale.
Add a meaningful map title Include the property address or PIN so the saved map can be identified later.
Choose an appropriate scale A close scale is useful for parcel context; a wider scale is better for roads and surrounding properties.
Allow the report popup If nothing opens, disable or adjust the popup blocker for the official county site.
Save the report and source date Property and GIS information can change, so retain the download date with the map.

Use buffer, measure, basemap and download tools

Tax Parcel Viewer tools explained
Viewer tool
Useful purpose
Important caution
Buffer
Shows parcels or features within a chosen distance.
A buffer is a research aid, not a legal setback or notice boundary.
Measure
Provides approximate map distance or area.
Do not use it to locate a fence, easement or building line.
Legend
Explains visible symbols and map layers.
Turn on only the layers needed for the current task.
Locate
Helps orient the map around the user’s current device location.
Device location may not be survey-grade.
Switch Basemap
Changes the map background for road or aerial context.
Imagery may have been captured on an earlier date.
Download Reports and Maps
Saves available property or survey information and map outputs.
Confirm that the selected parcel is correct before downloading.
CSV result download
Exports affected parcel-list information for structured review.
Verify live parcel records before taking financial or legal action.

GIS download facts

93,000+ parcel records

The county says it has converted more than 93,000 parcel records and cannot guarantee that every converted item is error-free.

Coordinate system

Download data uses Ohio State Plane South, NAD 83, with units represented in feet.

Revision date

Core downloadable boundary, parcel and road files were listed with July 7, 2026 revisions when verified.

Official GIS disclaimer: County maps and associated data are for reference and are not intended to represent an official land survey or property description. Refer to recorded plats or deeds for actual dimensions and related legal information.

Use the GIS download page only after understanding its coordinate system, revision dates and legal limits. It provides parcel, municipal-boundary, road-centerline, road-right-of-way and township-area downloads.

Open official GIS downloads Return to Tax Parcel Viewer
Tax records and payment routing

Check tax information without confusing value and payment

The Treasurer collects real-estate taxes, manufactured-home taxes, estate taxes, hotel and motel taxes and special assessments. The Auditor determines property values and certifies tax rates, but the Treasurer handles collection and payment-account questions.

Micro steps before paying property taxes

Identify the parcel in OnTrac Confirm the Auditor PIN, owner name and property address.
Open the current tax information Review the live balance, installment and any special-assessment lines.
Check mortgage escrow Confirm whether a lender has already paid or scheduled the installment.
Verify the current due date Use the live bill or call the Treasurer rather than relying on an older article, saved PDF or another county’s schedule.
Open the official payment route Use the county application linked for OnTrac payment, not a search advertisement or unrelated third-party page.
Save confirmation Keep the PIN, amount, payment date, method and confirmation number.
Recheck posting Make sure the account updates before submitting another payment.

If the tax bill looks unexpectedly high

Market value changed Compare the new value with parcel facts, recent construction and valid sales.
Tax district differs Verify the municipality, township, school district and taxing district.
Special assessment appears Ask the Treasurer which authority placed the assessment and what period it covers.
Credit disappeared Check owner occupancy, Homestead, CAUV, exemption or abatement status.
Penalty or delinquency appears Confirm the payment date, posting status and whether a prior balance remained.
Mortgage company should have paid Contact the lender and Treasurer before making a duplicate payment.
Treasurer call script “I am calling about Auditor PIN [number] at [property address]. Please confirm the current balance, due date, payment-posting status, special assessments and whether a mortgage or previous payment has already been applied.”
Treasurer phone

740-670-5010

Treasurer fax

740-670-5024

Office hours

Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; closed on holidays.

After checking the PIN, balance, escrow and current due date, use the county’s official payment application or contact the Treasurer for payment-account help.

Open official OnTrac payment route Open Treasurer office page
Recorded-document research

Find deeds, mortgages, releases and liens

Use the Recorder when you need the recorded document itself. OnTrac and the parcel map can help identify the PIN, owner, legal-description clue or instrument reference, but the Recorder controls the land-record index and document images.

Search the Recorder step by step

Copy parcel clues first Save the owner name, former owner, PIN, transfer date, legal description and instrument reference.
Open the public records system Read the legal disclaimer before entering or relying on the index.
Create an account when required The current PaxWorld system provides username, password and account-registration controls.
Search party names Try current and former surnames, both spouses, businesses, trusts and alternate name formats.
Narrow the document type Look for deeds, mortgages, releases, assignments, liens, easements, UCC statements or plats.
Compare recording information Match the document date, instrument number, parties, legal description and parcel clues.
Request an official copy when needed Ask the lender, court, title professional or agency whether a certified copy is required.

Recorder coverage and office access

Licking County recorded-document access
Record need
Official detail
Practical action
Modern online documents
The Recorder says online document access includes records from September 22, 1997 forward.
Start with the current PaxWorld public search.
Older land records
The Recorder’s office record books date to the early 1800s.
Visit or call the Recorder and Records & Archives offices.
Recording a document
Office hours are 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; recording hours are 8:30 a.m.–4:15 p.m.
Do not arrive near the recording cutoff with a time-sensitive document.
Standard recording fees
A $5 preservation surcharge per standard document began January 1, 2025.
Check the live fee table before preparing payment.
Fraud monitoring
The current public system promotes real-estate transfer alerts through AlertMe.
Register common name variations you want monitored.
Title-search warning: The Recorder describes the index as a guide and does not guarantee the accuracy or truthfulness of information in recorded documents. A purchase, title dispute, lien issue or easement problem may require an attorney, title examiner or other real-estate professional.
Recorder call script “I am searching for a [deed, mortgage, release, lien or plat] involving [party name] and PIN [number]. The approximate recording date is [date]. Can you confirm which search system or historical index I should use and whether I need a certified copy?”
Open current Recorder search Open Recorder office page Check current recording fees
Conveyance and parcel changes

Handle transfers, exempts, splits and merges

Effective May 1, 2026: The Auditor instituted a 4:00 p.m. cutoff for same-day property-transfer processing. The notice specifically includes conveyances, exempts, splits and merges.

Prepare before visiting the transfer desk

Every affected Auditor PIN
Current deed
Proposed deed or transfer document
Full legal description
Survey or plat for a split
Correct conveyance or exemption form
CAUV or Homestead transfer information
Current tax and delinquency status

Understand the office sequence

Auditor Handles parcel identification, property transfer processing, exempts, splits and merges.
Map or survey review A split, merge or description change may require accurate survey, plat or map information.
Recorder Records the accepted deed or other authorized instrument and assigns recording information.
Treasurer Handles tax balances, delinquency and collection questions that may affect the transaction.
Split-listed warning: A tract crossing taxing districts may appear under several connected parcel records that cannot be transferred independently. Confirm the complete parcel set before preparing the deed.
Transfer-desk call script “I am preparing a [conveyance, exempt transfer, split or merge] involving PINs [numbers]. Can you confirm the required forms, legal-description or survey review, office sequence and whether submission before 4:00 p.m. is sufficient for same-day processing?”
Review official transfer notice Call Auditor transfer help
Value review before an appeal

Check an incorrect value before filing a complaint

The Auditor is responsible for determining property values for taxing purposes and serves as secretary to the Board of Revision. A useful value challenge begins with a factual or market-based reason—not only the final tax amount.

Review these facts first

Land and improvement values
Living area and year built
Condition, class and land use
Garages and outbuildings
Tax, CAUV and GIS acres
Recent sale and transfer type
Comparable nearby sales
Damage, demolition or factual errors

Prepare useful evidence

Market evidence
  • Recent arm’s-length purchase
  • Independent appraisal
  • Similar recent sales
  • Income information for applicable property
Condition evidence
  • Current photographs
  • Repair estimates
  • Structural reports
  • Fire, flood or damage records
Record-error evidence
  • Measurements
  • Demolition or permit records
  • Deed or survey
  • Proof of incorrect property use

Board of Revision workflow

Confirm the disputed tax year Ask the Auditor which value year is currently eligible for complaint.
Request the current DTE 1 Do not reuse an old form from another county or prior filing year.
State a supported requested value Explain how the evidence supports the number instead of requesting an arbitrary percentage reduction.
Attach organized evidence Label documents with the PIN, property address and the issue each document proves.
Confirm signature and notarization rules Follow the current form and local filing instructions exactly.
File before the statutory deadline Ohio complaints are generally filed by March 31 for the applicable prior tax year; confirm receipt with the Auditor.
Continue handling the tax bill A pending value complaint does not automatically suspend collection or erase a current balance.
Outcome warning: A complaint does not guarantee a lower value. The Board reviews the available evidence and may reduce, retain or increase the value.
Value-review call script “I reviewed PIN [number] and believe the value is incorrect because [recent sale, factual error, damage or comparable evidence]. Can you confirm the eligible tax year, current DTE 1 form, filing deadline and how supporting evidence should be submitted?”
Call Auditor: 740-670-5040 Open Auditor office page
Tax reduction program check

Check owner occupancy, Homestead and CAUV

The Auditor administers property-tax reduction programs. Check the parcel’s current status before assuming a missing credit is a valuation error.

Programs that may affect a Licking County property record
Program
Main purpose
Useful eligibility clue
What to verify
Owner occupancy
Reduction connected with a qualifying owner-occupied primary residence.
The home is the owner’s principal residence rather than a rental or second home.
Current owner, occupancy date and whether the credit appears in the parcel data.
Homestead exemption
Additional relief for qualifying homeowners under Ohio eligibility categories.
Age, disability, veteran, surviving-spouse, income and residence requirements can apply.
Current form, supporting documents and continuing eligibility.
CAUV
Values qualifying agricultural land according to agricultural use.
Commercial agricultural use, acreage or income requirements and prior-use history.
Initial filing, annual renewal, land-use records and possible recoupment.
Exempt or abated value
Reflects a qualifying exemption or abatement in the parcel data.
Program-specific ownership, use and approval rules.
Effective years, expiration, transfer effect and applicable value fields.

Before contacting the Auditor

Auditor PIN
Purchase and occupancy dates
Prior and current owner names
Current tax bill
Homestead or owner-occupancy status shown
CAUV acreage and land use
Prior approval or renewal notice
Reason the status may have changed
Closing insight: A prior owner’s Homestead, owner-occupancy or agricultural status does not automatically prove that a new owner qualifies. Check the program separately after a sale, move, trust transfer or land-use change.
Ask Auditor about current forms Open Auditor program contact
Older tax and land records

Find historical Licking County property records

Modern OnTrac and Recorder systems do not contain every historical record in the same interface. Licking County Records & Archives publishes separate holdings created by the Auditor and Recorder.

Examples of historical property-related collections
Collection
Published years
Where to start
Auditor duplicate tax lists
1834–1944
Records & Archives Auditor holdings.
Auditor tax roll
1840
Ask Archives about access and indexing.
Board of Revision or complaint records
Selected holdings from 1900–1918
Use Archives for historical material; use Auditor for recent or certified records.
Historical deeds
1803–1918
Recorder or Records & Archives depending on the record and copy needed.
Historical mortgages
1851–1941
Recorder or Archives with party names and approximate date.

Prepare for an archive request

Owner or party name variations
Approximate year range
Township, city or village
Property or legal-description clue
Deed, mortgage or tax-record type
Whether a certified copy is required
Archives call script “I am researching [deed, mortgage, tax list or Board of Revision record] for [name] in approximately [year range]. The property was located in [township or municipality]. Can you confirm whether Archives or the originating office holds the record?”
Records & Archives

740-670-5121

Address

20 South Second Street
Newark, OH 43055

Recent records

Contact the Auditor or Recorder directly for recent or certified records.

View historical Auditor holdings View historical Recorder holdings
Phone, address and visit planning

Licking County property contacts and hours

Contact the office that controls your task
Office
Use it for
Phone
Hours and address
Auditor
Property records, values, tax rates, transfers, splits, merges, reductions and Board of Revision.
740-670-5040
20 S. Second St., Newark, OH 43055. Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Treasurer
Real-estate tax collection, payment, balances, special assessments and account questions.
740-670-5010
20 S. Second St., Newark, OH 43055. Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Recorder
Deeds, mortgages, liens, releases, plats, document images and certified-copy questions.
740-670-5300
20 S. Second St., Newark, OH 43055. Office 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; recording 8:30 a.m.–4:15 p.m.
Records & Archives
Older Auditor and Recorder record collections.
740-670-5121
20 S. Second St., Newark, OH 43055. Confirm access before visiting.
County Administration
General county-office routing when the correct department is unclear.
740-670-5000
Donald D. Hill County Administration Building, 20 S. Second St.
Time-sensitive visit: Auditor same-day transfer processing stops at 4:00 p.m., and Recorder recording hours stop at 4:15 p.m. Arrive earlier with complete documents rather than planning around the building’s general closing time.

Bring or include these details

Auditor PIN
Property address
Owner name
Relevant tax year or payment period
Document or instrument number
Form or application name
Short explanation of the issue
Supporting document or screenshot
Universal property call script “I am contacting you about Auditor PIN [number] at [property address]. I need help with [property record, tax payment, deed, map, transfer, reduction or value complaint]. The public record currently shows [brief fact]. Which office, form or official tool should I use next?”
Nearby county boundary check

Could the parcel be recorded in a neighboring county?

Mailing cities, ZIP codes and roads near county lines can make the correct county unclear. Check nearby Auditor systems when the property does not appear after using the correct Licking County search format.

Franklin County

Useful for properties near the western Licking County boundary and Columbus-area mailing addresses.

Franklin County property search guide
Fairfield County

Useful for parcels near the southwestern boundary and Pickerington or Baltimore-area records.

Fairfield County property search guide
Knox County

Useful for properties near the northern county boundary.

Knox County property search guide
Muskingum County

Useful for parcels near the eastern boundary and Zanesville-area mailing routes.

Muskingum County property search guide
Record limitations

What the online property record cannot prove

Useful for
  • Finding the Auditor PIN
  • Reviewing owner and address information
  • Checking values and property characteristics
  • Identifying tax and school districts
  • Locating deed, plat and map clues
Additional verification needed for
  • Legal ownership or marketable title
  • Exact property boundaries
  • Building, zoning or setback approval
  • Unreleased liens or easements
  • Purchase, lending or legal decisions
Responsible-use warning: Do not identify, accuse or publish conclusions about a person from an owner-name match alone. Verify the PIN and property and use public information lawfully.
Ten practical answers

Licking County property search FAQs

What is the official Licking County Auditor property search?

OnTrac is the property and tax search linked by the Licking County Auditor and Treasurer. Use it to identify a parcel, review property information and check tax-related records. The Tax Parcel Viewer is the better companion tool when you need map context.

How do I search Licking County property records by owner name?

In the Tax Parcel Viewer, use last name, comma, space, first name format, such as Doe, John. Start with the surname when spelling or ownership wording is uncertain.

How should I enter a Licking County property address?

Enter the beginning of the address and abbreviate directions and street types without periods. The county gives 51 N 64th St as an example of a useful format.

How do I search using a Licking County Auditor PIN?

Enter the Auditor PIN without spaces or use the complete formatted style 000-000000-00.000. Save the PIN because it is the most useful identifier when contacting county offices.

Why will the Licking County parcel report not open?

The Tax Parcel Viewer warns that popup blockers can prevent a parcel report from loading. Allow popups for the official county viewer and create the report again.

Why can one property have more than one Licking County parcel?

One described tract can cross taxing districts and be represented by multiple split-listed parcels. Conversely, one Auditor parcel number may contain more than one described tract or platted lot. Split-listed parcels cannot necessarily be transferred independently.

Are Licking County GIS parcel lines legally exact?

No. The county says GIS maps and data are for reference and are not an official land survey or property description. Use recorded deeds, plats and a professional survey when exact boundaries matter.

Who handles Licking County property-tax payments?

The Licking County Treasurer handles real-estate tax collection, payment and account questions. Call 740-670-5010 and prepare the Auditor PIN, property address and owner name.

Where can I search Licking County deeds and mortgages?

Use the Licking County Recorder’s public records system. Online document access includes many records from September 22, 1997 forward, while older records and indexes are available through the Recorder and Records and Archives offices.

How do I challenge a Licking County property value?

Review the parcel facts, sale history and comparable properties first. Then contact the Auditor about the current Board of Revision process and DTE 1 complaint form. Prepare evidence such as a recent arm’s-length sale, appraisal, photographs, repair estimates or proof of incorrect property characteristics.

Facts checked July 21, 2026: Property-search formatting, map-report troubleshooting, parcel-service details, GIS limitations, office contacts, office hours, transfer cutoff, Recorder access, recording hours, fees and historical-record coverage were checked against Licking County’s official government and application pages. Verify live tax dates, payment balances, filing requirements and office closures before acting.
Independent guide: CountyAuditors.org is not the Licking County Auditor, Treasurer, Recorder, GIS office, Records & Archives Center or Board of Revision. Live property, tax, payment, map, transfer and recorded-document information is controlled by the responsible government office. Online property and GIS data should not replace legal, surveying, title, lending, tax or professional advice.
Ohio Auditor Tools · Tax Year 2026

10 Ohio Property Tax Calculators & Auditor Tools

Built specifically for Ohio's 35% assessment ratio, current DTE forms, and 2026 Homestead, Owner-Occupancy, CAUV, Conveyance Fee, and Board of Revision rules. Every number reflects verified Ohio Department of Taxation amounts.

Homestead: $29,000 Enhanced Vet: $58,000 OAGI limit: $41,000 Assessment: 35% of market BOR filing: Free · DTE 1

Annual Tax Bill Estimator

OHIO

Applies Ohio's 35% assessment ratio plus your county's effective millage tier — the actual math your auditor uses.

Pick a county tier and enter your market value.

Homestead Reduction Calculator

DTE 105A

2026 Ohio Homestead: $29,000 general or $58,000 enhanced (100% disabled vet, KIA spouse). OAGI under $41,000 required for non-veteran applicants.

Pick your situation and enter your home value.

Owner-Occupancy & Non-Business Credits

DTE 105C

Every Ohio owner-occupied home qualifies for the 2.5% Owner-Occupancy Credit plus the automatic 10% Non-Business Credit. Most owners don't realize these stack.

Enter your annual tax to see both credit amounts.

Conveyance Fee Calculator

ORC 322

When you sell or transfer Ohio property, the auditor collects $1 state + up to $3 county per $1,000, plus $0.50 per parcel. Counties choose their rate.

Enter sale price and pick your county rate.

CAUV Agricultural Savings

DTE 109

Ohio's Current Agricultural Use Value cuts taxable value dramatically for farmland (10+ acres, or smaller with $2,500+ annual gross income).

Enter both market and CAUV values to see savings.

Mill Rate Converter

Ohio tax rates appear three ways on auditor sites: mills, percent, or dollars per $1,000. Convert between them instantly.

Enter a rate to see all three forms.

Parcel Number Cleaner

Ohio's 88 counties each format parcels differently — Franklin uses 010-123456-00, Cuyahoga uses 001-23-456, Hamilton uses 100-0001-0001-00. Auto-detects.

Paste any Ohio county parcel to format it.

35% Ratio Sanity Check

Ohio law sets taxable value at 35% of market value. If yours is significantly higher, you're a strong BOR appeal candidate.

Enter both values to compare against Ohio's 35% target.

BOR Appeal Savings

DTE 1

A successful Board of Revision complaint typically cuts your value 10–20%. Filing is free and stays in effect until the next reappraisal.

Enter your tax bill and reduction estimate.

BOR Deadline Countdown

MAR 31

Ohio's statutory Board of Revision filing deadline is March 31 for the prior tax year. Miss it and you wait until next year — no extensions.

Set your deadline to start the countdown.

Verify with the official Ohio source

These calculators use the verified 2026 Ohio Department of Taxation amounts and statutory rules. For your exact bill, exemption status, and county-specific deadlines, always confirm with your county auditor and the Ohio Revised Code:

Ohio Dept. of Taxation — Real Property DTE Forms (105A, 105C, 1, 109) ORC 5715 — Board of Revision ORC 5713 — Taxable Real Property ORC 322.02 — Conveyance Fee ORC 319.54(F)(3) — State Fee ORC 5713.30 — CAUV tax.ohio.gov — Main Portal

Estimates use Ohio's 35% statutory assessment ratio and effective tax rate tiers averaged across major Ohio counties. Your actual bill depends on local school levies, voted millage, inside vs. outside millage splits, House Bill 920 reduction factors (HB 920), and special assessments. The 2026 Homestead general amount ($29,000) and enhanced amount ($58,000) reflect HB 187 inflation indexing — your county auditor's office may show slightly different transitional figures. Nothing here is legal or tax advice. CountyAuditors.org is an independent informational directory, not affiliated with any county government.

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