Kenton County PVA Property Search: Records, Maps & Tax

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Kenton County, Kentucky · Property search, PVA values, GIS maps, deeds and tax routing

Find a Parcel, Assessment or GIS Map

Search Kenton County property records by owner name, location, Parcel Identification Number, deed or subdivision, then review the property’s assessed value, characteristics, sales information and mapped location.

This guide explains exactly what to enter, how to repair a failed search, what the record can prove, which office handles taxes or deeds, and how to prepare for Homestead, agricultural valuation or a future assessment appeal.

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Important jurisdiction correction: Kenton County is in Kentucky, and its assessment office is called the Property Valuation Administrator or PVA. If the property is in the city of Kenton, Ohio, use the Hardin County Auditor instead.

Quick answer: use the free PVA search

Open the Kenton County PVA Basic Property Search, select one search method, enter the least amount of reliable information, open the likely result and confirm its PIDN and physical location before using the assessment, GIS, tax or deed information.

1 Choose one search type Name, location, PIDN, deed or subdivision.
2 Start broad Use a surname or simple street entry.
3 Verify the property Match the PIDN and physical location.
4 Use the correct office PVA, Sheriff or County Clerk.

Ten useful facts before searching

Correct office Property Valuation Administrator
Free search types Name, location, PIDN, deed and subdivision
PVA Darlene M. Plummer
Main phone 859-392-1750
Fax 859-392-1770
Covington office 1840 Simon Kenton Way, Suite 3300
Covington hours 8:15 a.m.–4:15 p.m. weekdays
Independence office 5272 Madison Pike
Assessment date Fair market value as of January 1
Tax collector Kenton County Sheriff

The free Basic Property Search provides ownership and assessed-value information. More detailed services may require a subscription, but most users should begin with the free search before paying for additional access.

Open official property search Open Kenton County PVA

Choose the property problem you need to solve

Each section below is organised around a real task rather than a list of government links.

Office-routing guide

Which Kenton County office controls the task?

Kentucky divides property responsibilities between the PVA, Sheriff and County Clerk. Using the correct office prevents repeated calls and incomplete answers.

Correct Kenton County property office
What you need
Correct office
What it handles
Important limit
Owner, PIDN, location or assessed value
PVA
Property search, characteristics, fair market assessment, GIS and exemptions.
The PVA does not collect property taxes.
Current property-tax bill or payment
County Sheriff
Current tax collection, payment and escrow-related questions.
The Sheriff does not determine the assessed value.
Delinquent tax or tax-bill sale
County Clerk
Delinquent taxes and annual tax-bill-sale matters.
A delinquent-tax question is not handled by the PVA.
Deed, mortgage or recorded document
County Clerk
Real-estate deeds, mortgages, records and document copies.
The PVA owner field does not replace a recorded deed.
Challenge the assessment
PVA, then Board of Assessment Appeals
Required informal conference followed by formal appeal.
The conference must occur before the formal county appeal.
Homestead or disability exemption
PVA
Eligibility review, application and assessment reduction.
The owner must satisfy the applicable January 1 requirements.
Agricultural or horticultural use value
PVA
Land-use application, acreage and supporting-document review.
The application is generally due by March 1.
Exact legal boundary
Clerk records and survey professional
Deeds, plats and professional survey evidence.
The PVA GIS line is not a boundary survey.
Best workflow: Find the parcel in the PVA search, copy its PIDN, save the owner and location information, and use the PIDN whenever contacting another office.
Troubleshooting sequence

No property result? Try these fixes

Owner name returned nothing Search the surname alone, then try a former surname, trust, estate, business or previous owner.
Full address failed Keep the house number and main street word while removing directions, suffixes and unit information.
Condominium is missing Search the owner, development or subdivision and verify the individual unit PIDN.
Property recently sold Search the seller and check the County Clerk deed record.
New construction is missing Search the parent parcel, developer, landowner or nearby parcel until a new PIDN is created.
PIDN search failed Check every digit and try the format without spaces or punctuation.
Subdivision name failed Use the main distinctive word instead of the complete recorded name.
Map will not load Clear the browser cache and reopen the official GIS page before assuming the map is unavailable.

Prepare this before calling the PVA

Full physical address
Current and former owner names
PIDN, if available
Subdivision or condominium name
Approximate purchase date
Deed or tax-bill reference
PVA call script “I am trying to identify the property at [address]. The current or previous owner may be [name], and I have [PIDN, deed reference, subdivision or nearby parcel]. Can you confirm the correct PIDN or explain whether the property was transferred, divided or combined?”
Call PVA: 859-392-1750
Property-record decoder

Understand what the PVA record means

Important Kenton County property-record fields
Field
Meaning
Practical next step
PIDN
The parcel’s unique identification number.
Use it across PVA, GIS, tax and record questions.
Owner name
The ownership name currently shown in the PVA system.
Use the recorded deed when legal ownership proof is required.
Location
The physical address or situs information associated with the parcel.
Compare it with GIS and deed information.
Mailing address
The address used for assessment or tax correspondence.
Submit a change form when it is outdated.
Fair market assessment
The PVA’s estimate of fair cash value as of January 1.
Compare the characteristics and valid market sales.
Land assessment
The portion of value assigned to the land.
Check acreage, classification and agricultural status.
Improvement assessment
The value assigned to buildings and other improvements.
Verify size, age, condition, garages and other features.
Deed information
A reference connected with the recorded ownership document.
Use it with the County Clerk to obtain the actual record.
Property characteristics
Facts used to describe and help value the property.
Submit a Property Characteristics Update when materially wrong.
Sales information
Recorded transfers and market-sale data associated with the parcel.
Check whether the transfer was a valid arm’s-length sale.
Assessment is not the tax bill. The PVA estimates fair market value. Separate taxing entities establish rates, and the Sheriff collects current property taxes.
GIS and sales research

Use the correct Kenton County map

The PVA publishes several specialised maps. Select the map based on the question instead of trying to make one viewer answer everything.

Official GIS and property-data tools
Map or dashboard
Best use
Important warning
GIS Land Records map
Locate parcels, compare surrounding property and review land-record context.
Parcel lines are not a legal boundary survey.
Property Data Dashboard
Review property patterns and public data visually.
Verify a specific parcel in the property record.
Residential Sales Analysis
Review arm’s-length residential sales across a city or area.
A nearby sale may not be genuinely comparable.
Residential Comparable Sales
Search sales close to a subject residence.
Compare condition, size, age and location.
Condominium Sales Analysis
Review condominium sales across the market.
Compare the correct development and unit type.
Condominium Comparable Sales
Find potentially similar units near the subject condominium.
Floor, view, size, parking and amenities may differ.
Boundaries map
Identify city boundaries and local jurisdiction context.
Do not infer zoning or service eligibility from a rough view alone.
Agricultural Soils Map
Review parcels by soil classification for agricultural research.
Soil mapping alone does not guarantee agricultural-use approval.

Map workflow

Find the PIDN in the property search This is more reliable than a complex or newly assigned address.
Open the GIS map list Choose Land Records, Sales, Comparable Sales, Boundaries or Agricultural Soils.
Search or navigate to the parcel Confirm that the mapped PIDN matches the property record.
Turn on only relevant layers Avoid covering the map with unrelated information.
Save the source and date Map data and aerial imagery can change.
Verify legal questions separately Use deeds, plats and professional surveys for exact boundaries.
Map-loading fix: The PVA advises users to clear the browser cache when a web map fails after an update. Reopen the page after clearing the cached version.
Open official GIS map list
How the value is developed

Understand residential assessment and field visits

Residential property is assessed at estimated fair market value as of January 1. The PVA reviews property characteristics, sketches, photographs, local sales and valuation models.

What may affect the value

Location and neighbourhood
Building age
Living area and exterior dimensions
Bedrooms and bathrooms
Garage and parking
Quality and condition
Land area
Valid nearby sales

When a field assessor visits

What the assessor may do
  • Identify new or existing improvements
  • Measure exterior dimensions
  • Record property characteristics
  • Prepare an exterior sketch
  • Take exterior photographs
How to verify the visit
  • Ask to see the PVA identification badge
  • Call 859-392-1750 when uncertain
  • Do not provide sensitive financial credentials
  • Explain inaccessible or unsafe exterior areas
  • Submit corrections when the recorded facts are wrong
Accuracy tip: Correct property characteristics before arguing only about the final value. A wrong size, condition, garage, bathroom count or improvement record can directly affect the assessment.
Read residential-assessment guidance
Tax-office routing

The PVA values property but does not collect tax

PVA

Determines fair market assessment and maintains property information.

County Sheriff

Collects current property-tax bills and handles current payment questions.

County Clerk

Handles delinquent taxes, annual tax-bill-sale matters and real-estate records.

Before asking about a tax bill

Find the correct property Save the PIDN, owner and physical location.
Confirm which tax year is involved Do not mix a current bill with an older delinquent account.
Identify the type of question Assessment, tax rate, current payment, escrow or delinquency require different offices.
Call the Sheriff for current payment questions Prepare the PIDN and bill information.
Call the Clerk for delinquent-tax questions Ask about the account status and applicable tax-sale process.
Return to the PVA only for assessment questions The PVA cannot post or reverse a tax payment.
Tax call script “I am calling about PIDN [number] at [property location] for tax year [year]. I need help with [current bill, payment posting, escrow or delinquency]. Can you confirm whether your office handles this account and what information or payment step is required?”
Open Sheriff tax-collection contact Open County Clerk services Read PVA tax routing
Recorded ownership documents

Find a deed, mortgage or other real-estate record

Use the PVA record to identify the parcel and deed clue. Use the County Clerk when you need the complete recorded instrument.

Save the PIDN and owner names Include the current owner and previous owner after a recent transfer.
Copy the deed reference Record any book, page, instrument, date or transfer clue shown.
Contact or search through the County Clerk Real-estate deeds and records are Clerk services.
Search both transfer directions The seller is generally the grantor and the buyer is generally the grantee.
Confirm the document Match names, date, property description and parcel clues.
Request the correct copy type Ask whether a standard or certified copy is required.
County Clerk phone

859-392-1650

County Clerk fax

859-392-1613

Office hours

Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Title warning: A free property search and one deed image do not guarantee that every mortgage, lien, easement, restriction or title issue has been identified.
Open County Clerk information
Assessment-review workflow

The 2026 appeal deadlines have passed

PVA conference ended May 18, 2026

Published deadline: 4:15 p.m.

Clerk appeal deadline May 20, 2026

Published deadline: 4:00 p.m.

Action now Prepare for the next cycle

Correct the record and organise evidence.

Kentucky requires an informal conference with the PVA before a formal appeal to the county Board of Assessment Appeals. A conference may be conducted through email correspondence or in person by appointment.

Prepare for a future assessment review

Review the property record Check the PIDN, land, building size, age, quality, condition and recorded features.
Submit a Property Characteristics Update Correct factual errors before relying only on a market-value argument.
Collect assessment evidence Use a recent arm’s-length sale, appraisal, comparable sales, photographs or repair evidence.
Initiate the PVA conference Submit the official Review Request during the designated inspection or conference period.
Complete the conference first A formal county appeal requires the PVA conference step.
File with the County Clerk when unresolved Follow the Board of Assessment Appeals deadline and form instructions.
Use the Kentucky Board of Tax Appeals if necessary A further state appeal is available after the county BAA process.

Evidence that answers a real value issue

Match evidence to the reason for review
Issue
Useful evidence
Weak approach
Recent purchase
Closing statement, contract, deed and sale-condition information.
Only quoting an online estimate.
Incorrect property facts
Measurements, photographs, floor plans and permits.
Saying the record is wrong without identifying the field.
Poor condition
Dated photographs, inspection reports and repair estimates.
Listing ordinary maintenance without cost evidence.
Comparable sales
Similar arm’s-length sales near the assessment date.
Choosing only the lowest sale prices.
Condominium value
Comparable units in the same or similar development.
Comparing unrelated detached homes.
Assessment-review call script “I am reviewing PIDN [number] for assessment year [year]. I believe the assessment may be incorrect because [sale, characteristic error, condition or comparable evidence]. Can you confirm the next conference period, Review Request form and supporting-document rules?”
Open official appeal process Open PVA forms
Senior and disability relief

Check the 2026 Homestead or disability exemption

2025–2026 Kentucky exemption amount: The maximum Homestead Exemption is $49,100. The amount is deducted from the qualifying residence’s assessed value before property tax is calculated.
Age route
  • Applicant must generally be at least 65 during the tax period
  • Applicant must own the property
  • Applicant must occupy and maintain it as a personal residence
  • Eligibility is tied to the January 1 assessment date
Disability route
  • Applicant must qualify as totally disabled under an accepted system
  • Supporting benefit or disability documentation may be required
  • Some disability applicants must continue to verify eligibility annually
  • The property must be the qualifying personal residence

Application steps

Confirm the correct eligibility route Use age or qualifying total disability.
Confirm ownership and occupancy The home must satisfy the personal-residence requirement.
Open the Homestead / Disability Application Use the current form from the Kenton County PVA.
Gather supporting documents Prepare age, ownership, residency or disability evidence.
Submit the complete application to the PVA Keep a copy and proof of delivery.
Verify the assessment record afterward Confirm that the approved exemption appears correctly.
Turning 65 in 2026: The Kenton County PVA specifically announced that owners who turn 65 during 2026 may be eligible and should review the Homestead / Disability Application.
Open Homestead and disability form
Farm and horticultural land

Apply for agricultural or horticultural use value

Qualifying land may be assessed at agricultural or horticultural use value rather than ordinary fair cash value. The application evaluates the acreage, commercial use and supporting documentation.

Basic land-use qualification paths
Land type
Published minimum
Examples
Agricultural land
At least 10 contiguous acres, excluding the farmhouse-use area where applicable.
Livestock, poultry, crops, tobacco or timber production.
Aquaculture
At least 5 contiguous acres commercially used for aquaculture.
Commercial aquatic production qualifying under the statute.
Horticultural land
At least 5 contiguous acres commercially used.
Gardens, orchards, fruits, nuts, vegetables, flowers or ornamental plants.
Government-program land
Must meet applicable state or federal agricultural-program requirements.
Qualifying land enrolled under an approved agricultural agreement.

Application preparation

Recorded owner as of January 1
Separate application for each parcel
PIDN
Total acreage
Description of agricultural use
Current lease, if applicable
Schedule F or income documentation
Agricultural exemption approval
Farm Serial Number documentation
Other evidence supporting active use
March 1 deadline: The application must generally be submitted on or before March 1 for the year in which agricultural or horticultural valuation is requested.
Transfer and land-use warning: Agricultural classification generally expires when the property is conveyed to someone other than a surviving spouse or when the qualifying land use changes. A new application may be necessary.
Read agricultural property rules Open agricultural application
Correct the public record

Fix property characteristics or a mailing address

Use a Property Characteristics Update when facts are wrong

Living area or exterior dimensions
Bedroom or bathroom count
Garage or carport
Basement or finished area
Building condition
Demolished structure
New improvement
Property-use classification
Open the current parcel record Identify the exact field that appears wrong.
Collect direct evidence Use photographs, measurements, permits, plans or demolition records.
Complete the Property Characteristics Update Describe the current fact and requested correction.
Attach clear supporting material Label the evidence so staff can match it to the field.
Submit and retain a copy Keep proof of the request and date.
Recheck the parcel Confirm whether the record and assessment were updated.

Use the mailing-address form for correspondence changes

A mailing-address update changes where assessment or tax correspondence is sent. It does not change legal ownership. Ownership changes require the appropriate recorded deed or legal document.

PIDN request: The PVA also provides a standard PIDN Request Form for creating new parcel identification numbers when an authorised property division or parcel-creation process requires one.
Open online PVA request forms Open downloadable forms
Phone, address and visit planning

Kenton County property-office contacts

Contacts for property, tax and deed questions
Office
Use it for
Contact
Address and hours
PVA Covington
Property search, assessments, GIS, exemptions, appeals and corrections.
859-392-1750
Fax: 859-392-1770
1840 Simon Kenton Way, Suite 3300, Covington, KY 41011
Monday–Friday, 8:15 a.m.–4:15 p.m.
PVA Independence
PVA assistance from the Independence location.
859-392-1750
Fax: 859-392-1770
5272 Madison Pike, Independence, KY 41051
Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; closed 1:00–2:00 p.m.
County Sheriff Covington
Current property-tax collection and payment questions.
859-392-1800
1840 Simon Kenton Way, Suite 1200, Covington, KY 41011
Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
County Sheriff Independence
Current tax and Sheriff services at the Independence office.
859-392-1882
5272 Madison Pike, Independence, KY 41051
County Clerk
Deeds, real-estate records, delinquent taxes and Board of Assessment Appeals.
859-392-1650
Fax: 859-392-1613
Covington and Independence offices
Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Universal property call script “I am contacting you about PIDN [number] at [property location]. I need help with [search, assessment, GIS, current tax, delinquent tax, deed, exemption or appeal]. The public record currently shows [brief fact]. Which form, document or office should I use next?”
Accuracy and legal limits

What the online property record cannot prove

Online records are useful for
  • Finding a PIDN and owner display
  • Reviewing assessment and characteristics
  • Locating parcels and nearby sales
  • Finding deed and subdivision clues
  • Preparing questions for public offices
Get additional verification for
  • Legal ownership or title
  • Exact boundary locations
  • Easements and restrictions
  • Building or zoning approval
  • Purchase, lending or legal decisions
Responsible-use warning: Do not identify, accuse or contact someone from a same-name property result alone. Confirm the PIDN and physical property before using public information.
Ten practical answers

Kenton County property search FAQs

Is there a Kenton County Auditor in Ohio?

No. Kenton County is in Kentucky and uses a Property Valuation Administrator, commonly called the PVA. Kenton, Ohio is a city in Hardin County and its property records are handled by the Hardin County Auditor.

How do I search Kenton County property records?

Use the free Kenton County PVA Basic Property Search. It supports searches by owner name, location, PIDN, deed or subdivision. Begin with one simple search method and verify the parcel using its PIDN and physical location.

What is a Kenton County PIDN?

PIDN means Parcel Identification Number. It is the most reliable identifier for matching a property across the PVA search, GIS maps, assessment records, tax questions and property forms.

Why can I not find a Kenton County address?

Remove unit numbers, directions, punctuation and road suffixes. Search with only the house number and main street name, try the owner or previous owner, and use the GIS Land Records map for rural, condominium or newly created parcels.

Does the Kenton County PVA collect property taxes?

No. The PVA determines fair market assessments but does not set tax rates or collect property taxes. Current property-tax bills are handled by the Kenton County Sheriff, while delinquent-tax and tax-sale matters are handled by the County Clerk.

How do I appeal a Kenton County property assessment?

A property owner must first complete an informal conference with the PVA. If the dispute remains unresolved, the owner may appeal to the Kenton County Board of Assessment Appeals through the County Clerk and may later appeal to the Kentucky Board of Tax Appeals.

What is the Kentucky Homestead Exemption for 2026?

The maximum Kentucky Homestead Exemption for the 2025 and 2026 assessment years is $49,100. A qualifying owner must generally be at least 65 or totally disabled and own, occupy and maintain the property as a personal residence on January 1.

Are Kenton County GIS parcel lines legal boundaries?

No. GIS parcel lines are useful for locating and comparing property but do not replace a recorded deed, subdivision plat, legal description or professional boundary survey.

Where can I find a Kenton County deed or mortgage?

Real-estate deeds, mortgages and related recorded documents are handled by the Kenton County Clerk. Use the PVA record to collect the owner, PIDN and deed information before searching or requesting a copy.

How does agricultural valuation work in Kenton County?

Qualifying agricultural or horticultural land may be assessed at use value rather than fair cash value. Agricultural land generally requires at least ten contiguous acres, while qualifying aquaculture or horticultural land may require five acres. Applications are due by March 1.

Information checked August 6, 2026: Jurisdiction, PVA search methods, office contacts, GIS tools, assessment practices, 2026 appeal dates, tax-office responsibilities, County Clerk services, Homestead amount, agricultural requirements and public forms were checked against Kenton County, Kenton County PVA and Kentucky Department of Revenue sources.
Independent guide: CountyAuditors.org is not the Kenton County PVA, Sheriff, County Clerk, Board of Assessment Appeals or Kentucky Department of Revenue. Confirm live property data, assessment deadlines, tax balances, recorded documents and eligibility with the responsible public office.
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.

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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

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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.

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DTE 109

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Mill Rate Converter

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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

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