Kittitas County Property Search: TaxSifter, Deeds & GIS

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Kittitas County, Washington · TaxSifter, COMPAS, taxes, deeds and assessment help

Search Parcels, Taxes, GIS & Recorded Deeds

Search Kittitas County property records with TaxSifter, verify the parcel on the COMPAS GIS map, review market and taxable values, check current-use or exemption status, and identify the taxing district before making a tax, appeal or property decision.

If you searched for a “Kittitas County Auditor property search,” there is one important distinction: the Assessor maintains parcel valuation and assessment data, while the Auditor records deeds, liens and other official documents. This guide connects those systems and explains exactly when to use each one.

Get the quick answer Search a parcel Check 2026 taxes
Correct county and office: Kittitas County is in Washington State—not Ohio. Use the Assessor for parcel records and value, the Treasurer for tax payments, the Auditor for recorded deeds and documents, and the Board of Equalization for assessment appeals.

Quick answer: which property tool should you use?

Start with TaxSifter when you need a property profile, assessment or tax account. Kittitas County says the search can be started with an address, parcel number or range-township-section. Use COMPAS when you need the parcel on a map. Use Auditor Recording when you need the actual deed, lien, survey or another recorded document.

1 Find the parcel Address, parcel number or range-township-section.
2 Verify the record Match owner, situs, parcel and acreage.
3 Open COMPAS Check maps, districts and critical areas.
4 Choose the next office Treasurer, Auditor, Assessor, CDS or BOE.

Local property facts

Assessor Mike Hougardy
Assessor phone 509-962-7501
Parcel questions assessoradmin@co.kittitas.wa.us
Treasurer phone 509-962-7535
Auditor Recording 509-962-7504
Board of Equalization 509-962-7506
Assessor location 205 W 5th Ave, Suite 101
Treasurer location Suite 102 at same courthouse
First-half taxes April 30
Second-half taxes October 31

Once you have one reliable search value, use TaxSifter. After the property opens, save its parcel number before moving to COMPAS, payment, recorded-document or appeal tools.

Open Kittitas County TaxSifter Open Assessor homepage

Choose the property task you need

The article is organised around actions rather than sending visitors through a list of government pages.

Avoid the wrong county office

Who handles your Kittitas County property question?

Correct county office for common property tasks
What you need
Use this office/tool
What it handles
Important limit
Parcel, owner display, value or acreage
Assessor / TaxSifter
Real and personal property valuation, assessment records, parcel characteristics and classifications.
Current owner display does not replace a recorded deed.
Parcel map or critical-area research
COMPAS GIS
Parcel maps, districts, wetlands, flood zones, snow loads and other spatial information.
GIS is not a legal boundary survey.
Tax amount, payment or delinquency
Treasurer
Tax collection, payment portal, receipts, payment schedules and owner mailing information.
The Assessor does not collect property taxes.
Deed, lien, survey or recorded agreement
Auditor Recording
Recorded public documents, indexing, certified copies and historical searches.
Auditor staff do not provide legal descriptions over the phone.
Transfer affidavit
REETSifter
Real-estate excise affidavits searchable by affidavit, parcel, grantor, grantee or street address.
An affidavit image is not a complete title examination.
Dispute the assessed value
Board of Equalization
Formal valuation appeals after Assessor review.
The Board does not cancel taxes simply because a bill is high.
Permit or land-development question
Community Development Services
Planning, permits, development and land-use questions.
An Assessor classification does not grant development approval.
Best sequence: Search the property → save the parcel number → verify it on COMPAS → use that parcel number for taxes, recorded documents, permits or an appeal.
Search recovery

No property result? Try these fixes first

Full address failed Search the street number and main road name only. Rural addresses may be entered differently from a mailing address.
Vacant land has no obvious address Use the parcel number or range-township-section instead.
Owner recently changed Search the parcel itself, then use REETSifter or Auditor Recording to verify the transfer.
Old parcel no longer appears A subdivision, boundary adjustment or parcel change may have created a new account.
Mailing city is different Search by parcel or map location rather than postal-city wording alone.
Property is in Current Use Market value and taxable value can look very different. Review the Current Use/DFL flag before assuming the record is wrong.
You know where it is but nothing else Open COMPAS, navigate to the location and click the parcel directly.
Still no match Contact the Assessor with the road, owner, approximate acreage, legal-location clues and any prior parcel number.
Assessor call script “I am trying to identify a parcel near [road/location]. I have [address, former parcel number, owner, section-township-range or acreage]. Can you confirm the current parcel number and whether the property was recently divided, combined or updated?”
Call Assessor: 509-962-7501 Email parcel-record questions
Property-profile decoder

Understand the TaxSifter fields before using them

Common TaxSifter property fields explained
Field
What it means
Practical next action
Parcel #
County parcel/account identifier.
Use it across TaxSifter, COMPAS, tax and recorded-document research.
Owner Name
Current owner information shown in the assessment database.
Use Auditor Recording when legal title verification is required.
Situs
The physical property location.
Do not confuse it with the owner’s mailing address.
DOR Code
Washington Department of Revenue property-use classification.
Check it when researching use, exemptions or current-use treatment.
Map Number
Mapping/location identifier associated with the parcel.
Useful for geographic and legal-location research.
Description
Abbreviated legal or parcel description.
Get the complete recorded document when exact legal wording matters.
Market Value
Assessor’s market-value conclusion for land and improvements.
Use it when reviewing a Change of Value Notice or preparing an appeal.
Taxable Value
Value used for tax treatment after applicable classification or relief.
Compare it with market value when current-use or exemption status applies.
District
Taxing-district combination applying to the property.
Use it to understand levy differences between nearby parcels.
Current Use/DFL
Indicates current-use or designated-forest-land treatment.
Review continuance and removal consequences before a sale or land-use change.
Senior/Disability Exemption
Indicates whether qualifying property-tax relief is associated with the parcel.
Contact the Assessor if expected relief is missing.
Total Acres
Recorded assessment acreage associated with the parcel.
Compare with deeds or surveys when acreage appears incorrect.
Do not compare only total value. Check land value, improvement value, acreage, DOR classification, current-use status and property characteristics before concluding that two neighboring parcels should have the same assessment.
COMPAS property intelligence

Use COMPAS for parcels, districts and critical areas

Kittitas County describes COMPAS as its map-based property information application. It combines tax-parcel information with assessment records, taxing districts and critical-area information.

Find a parcel in COMPAS

Copy the TaxSifter parcel number This is usually the cleanest way to connect the property profile with the map.
Open COMPAS Use the search box for a parcel number or address.
Use map-click search when necessary If the address is uncertain, navigate visually and click the parcel.
Verify authoritative property characteristics Compare the selected parcel with the TaxSifter record.
Review district information Identify the districts affecting taxation or jurisdiction.
Check relevant critical areas Depending on the property, COMPAS can display wetlands, flood zones, snow loads and other permit-review information.

What COMPAS is useful for

Parcel location

Find rural acreage, vacant land and parcels where a street address is not enough.

Tax districts

Understand why two nearby properties may fall under different levy combinations.

Wetlands

Flag a potential environmental issue before starting permit or development research.

Flood zones

Use as an initial location screen, then verify applicable regulatory information.

Snow loads

Useful context for building and permit research in Kittitas County’s varied terrain.

Open data

County GIS also makes parcel and other datasets available through its Open Data Portal.

Permit and boundary warning: A COMPAS result does not prove that a project is buildable, establish an exact boundary or replace Community Development Services review. Use the GIS as the starting point, not the final legal decision.
Open COMPAS map Open Kittitas County GIS resources
Current 2026 tax guidance

First-half taxes are past due; second half is due October 31

First-half deadline April 30, 2026

This deadline has passed.

Small annual bill Under $50

Was due in full April 30.

Missed April 30? Do not send only the original first-half amount without checking the account. Use the Treasurer’s current balance or call 509-962-7535 because interest or penalties may now apply.

Pay property taxes step by step

Find the correct parcel Have the parcel number and tax amount ready.
Open the Treasurer’s payment route Start from the official Treasurer page rather than a search-engine advertisement.
Match the account Verify the parcel number and amount before entering payment information.
Compare convenience fees Current county guidance lists different charges for credit card, debit card and eCheck.
Submit the payment Review the amount and fee before final authorization.
Save the confirmation Keep the parcel number, payment date, amount and confirmation number.
Recheck posting During peak tax periods, mailed checks can take additional processing time.

Current electronic payment fees

Published Treasurer payment charges
Payment method
Published convenience fee
What to prepare
Credit card
2.5%
Parcel number, tax amount and card information.
Debit card
0.95%
Review the displayed processor fee before authorization.
eCheck
$2.00
Bank routing and account numbers.
Phone payment
Processor fee applies
Call 866-279-1721 with parcel and tax information.

Other payment options

Mail
Kittitas County Treasurer
205 W 5th Ave, Suite 102
Ellensburg, WA 98926

Include the payment coupon and parcel/account number. Do not send cash.

In person

Courthouse Treasurer’s Office.

Monday–Thursday: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Friday: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Cle Elum seasonal collection

700 E 1st St., Cle Elum.

County payment guidance lists Tuesday and Friday afternoon service during April and October.

Drop box

A black drive-through drop box is located outside the courthouse.

Do not use the white ballot box for tax payments.

Special-assessment check: The Treasurer warns that some Cascade Irrigation Local Improvement District information may not appear in TaxSifter. When buying or researching affected land, review the Treasurer’s additional assessment information rather than relying only on the parcel tax summary.
Treasurer call script “I am calling about parcel [parcel number]. I need the current 2026 amount due and want to confirm whether the April installment was paid, whether any interest or penalty applies, and what amount should be paid before the second-half deadline.”
Open official payment instructions Pay by phone: 866-279-1721 Call Treasurer: 509-962-7535
Auditor recorded documents

Find deeds, liens, surveys and other official recordings

This is where the Kittitas County Auditor becomes essential to property research. The Recording division files legal ownership documents and provides historical public-record searching and certified copies.

Search a recorded document efficiently

Find the parcel in TaxSifter first Save the parcel number, owner and legal-description clues.
Open the Auditor’s Official Records Search Use the county Recording page to access the live document-search system.
Search relevant party names Try current and prior grantors, grantees, borrowers or lien parties.
Use the approximate recording period A sale or refinance date helps narrow results.
Open the document index Compare names, filing number, document type and property references.
Order a copy when necessary The county says online payment for copies is currently unavailable, so follow the Recording office’s copy-request instructions.

Important Auditor recording rules

What property researchers should know about Auditor records
Issue
Published rule
Practical impact
Legal description by phone
Not provided over the phone.
Request or retrieve the recorded document itself.
Tax lien search by phone
Auditor states it will not perform Tax Lien searches by telephone.
Use official records research or professional title work.
Staff record search
$8 per hour/per name with one-hour minimum.
Prepare exact names and date ranges before requesting research.
Certified document
Auditor certifies documents in their entirety.
Ask whether the receiving institution requires certification.
Nonstandard recording
Published additional fee of $50 when an otherwise recordable document requires emergency nonstandard recording.
Format documents correctly before submission.

Published copy and search fees

Certified copy

$3 first page.

$1 each additional page.

Regular copy

$1 first page.

$1 each additional page.

Map copy

$5 first page.

$3 each additional page.

Staff search

$8 per hour/per name.

One-hour minimum.

Recording-format checklist

3-inch top margin on first page
1-inch left, right and bottom first-page margins
1-inch margins on later pages
Page no larger than 8.5 × 14 inches
Text at least 8-point size
Readable/scannable seals
Grantor and grantee names
Reference document numbers when applicable
Abbreviated legal description
Assessor tax parcel/account number
Open Auditor Recording Call Recording: 509-962-7504 Email Recording
Transfer verification

Use REETSifter to research real-estate excise affidavits

Kittitas County also provides REETSifter for searching real-estate excise tax affidavit images. This is especially useful when a recent transfer is visible but you need the affidavit connected with that transaction.

REETSifter search options
Search input
When it helps
Statement / Affidavit number
Best when another record already gives the transfer-affidavit number.
Parcel number
Connect a known property with associated affidavits.
Grantor name
Research the party transferring property.
Grantee name
Research the party receiving the property.
Street address
Helpful when the parcel number is not yet known.
Best recent-sale workflow: TaxSifter identifies the parcel → REETSifter helps locate the excise affidavit → Auditor Recording provides the recorded deed or other legal instrument.
Open REETSifter
Board of Equalization

Challenge the assessed value with evidence

The county strongly encourages property owners to contact the Assessor first. Many questions can be resolved by reviewing how the value was calculated before starting a formal appeal.

Appeal deadline: File by July 1 of the assessment year or within 30 calendar days of the mailing date printed on the Change of Value Notice, whichever is later. A mailed petition must be postmarked by the deadline; email or hand delivery must arrive by 5 p.m.

Before filing

Open the TaxSifter property profile Check the market value and property characteristics.
Contact the Assessor Ask which sales, characteristics and valuation factors were used.
Identify the exact disagreement A statement that taxes are high is not enough; explain why the assessed market value is wrong.
Collect clear evidence Use relevant sales, an appraisal, photographs, property-condition evidence or factual corrections.
Complete every required petition field A separate petition is generally needed for each parcel being appealed.
File before the applicable deadline Use the deadline on your own notice when it is later than July 1.
Continue paying taxes An appeal does not suspend the normal tax-payment deadline.

What happens at the hearing?

30-minute hearing

The county describes BOE hearings as informal 30-minute reviews.

10 minutes for owner

Present the evidence supporting your requested market value.

10 minutes for Assessor

The Assessor receives equivalent presentation time.

Final 10 minutes

Reserved for Hearing Examiner questions and deliberation.

Burden of proof

The Assessor’s value is presumed correct unless the taxpayer presents clear and convincing evidence.

No attorney required

Property owners may represent themselves during the informal county hearing.

2026 solar-panel valuation update: Kittitas County announced on June 29, 2026 that it was issuing corrected Notices of Value to residential properties with solar panels after refining its valuation model. If your property received one of these corrected notices, use the mailing date and appeal information printed on that corrected notice rather than assuming the original value notice controls.
Assessor review script “I received a Change of Value Notice for parcel [parcel]. Before filing with the Board of Equalization, I want to understand the sales and property characteristics used to calculate the value. Can we review the valuation record together?”
Board location
411 N Ruby Street
Suite 2
Ellensburg, WA 98926
Phone

509-962-7506

Email

boeclerk@co.kittitas.wa.us

Open Board of Equalization guide Call Assessor first
Senior and disability tax relief

Check exemption, deferral and assistance programs

Kittitas County administers three broad forms of relief for qualifying seniors, people with disabilities, certain veterans and some limited-income homeowners: property-tax exemption, property-tax deferral and veteran widow/widower assistance.

Current senior/disabled exemption basics

Published eligibility checkpoints
Requirement
Current county guidance
Age
Generally age 61 or older by the applicable prior year-end.
Disability
Qualifying disabled applicants may be eligible even when younger than 61.
Veteran status
Qualifying service-connected disability rules apply; verify the current percentage requirement directly with the program specialist because county materials currently display inconsistent veteran-percentage language.
Home
Property generally must be owned and used as the primary residence for at least six months of the prior calendar year.
Household income
Current Kittitas County program materials list a maximum combined disposable household income of $43,000.

Prepare the application

Current application Form 64-002 for a new applicant
Form 64-020 for applicable renewal
Combined Disposable Income Worksheet
Photo identification
IRS Form 1040 and schedules when filed
W-2, 1099 and benefit statements
Eligible medical or care-expense evidence
Trust or life-estate documents when applicable
ADU update: Kittitas County’s exemption FAQ notes that beginning in 2025, accessory dwelling units may be eligible for certain property-tax assistance programs. Ask the Assessor how an ADU affects your specific application.
Status changes must be reported. The county instructs participants to contact the Assessor after events such as selling or purchasing property, moving out of the home, marital-status changes, changes in disability or employment, certain trust transfers or failure to satisfy the occupancy rule.
Open exemption and deferral page Read exemption FAQs Call exemption help: 509-962-7635
Farm, open space and forest land

Understand Current Use before buying or changing land use

Kittitas County administers special assessment programs for open space, agricultural land and timber or designated forest land. A property can therefore show a market value that differs substantially from its taxable current-use value.

How to spot Current Use in TaxSifter

Open the parcel Use TaxSifter and verify the parcel number.
Find the DOR Code Kittitas County’s PBRS guidance says a DOR Code containing 94 identifies Open Space classification under the referenced program.
Check Current Use/DFL The same county guidance says the property should show a YES flag when the classification is present.
Compare market and taxable values A large difference may be legitimate because the land is valued according to qualifying current use.
Contact the Assessor before transfer or use change Do not assume the preferential valuation will automatically continue.

Buying classified farm or agricultural land

Kittitas County’s continuance form states that a new owner who wants to keep Current Use Farm and Agricultural classification must sign a continuance request. Requests should be submitted before the transfer is recorded so there is time for review.

Additional-tax risk: Removing qualifying land from current-use classification, failing continuing requirements or failing to complete the required continuance during a transfer can create additional or compensating tax obligations.

Prepare before buying Current Use land

Parcel number
Current-use classification type
Current acreage
Commercial agricultural use
Lease information when applicable
Proposed farm plan
Continuance form
Potential removal/additional tax calculation
Open Assessor forms and publications Ask Assessor about Current Use
Buyer and owner due diligence

Check more than the parcel profile before a major decision

Which record answers each property question?
Question
Starting source
Final verification
Who is shown as owner?
TaxSifter
Recorded deed through Auditor Recording
Where is the parcel?
COMPAS
Recorded survey, plat or deed for legal boundaries
What is the assessed value?
TaxSifter
Assessor if characteristics or value are disputed
What taxes are due?
TaxSifter / Treasurer
Treasurer’s live payment balance
Was the property recently transferred?
REETSifter
Auditor recorded deed
Is the property in Current Use?
TaxSifter
Assessor classification and continuance requirements
Can I develop the property?
COMPAS critical-area review
Community Development Services permits and land-use rules
High-risk purchase warning: Extra diligence is especially important for rural acreage, current-use farmland, designated forest land, parcels with irrigation assessments, properties in flood or wetland areas, and land with an abbreviated or complicated legal description.
Phone, email and visit guide

Kittitas County property contacts

Call the office that can actually complete the task
Office
Contact
Use it for
Hours/location
Assessor
509-962-7501
assessoradmin@co.kittitas.wa.us
Parcel records, assessed value, real property, Current Use and exemptions.
205 W 5th Ave, Suite 101
Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Fri 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Treasurer
509-962-7535
treasurer@co.kittitas.wa.us
Taxes due, payment, delinquency, tax statements and payment portal.
205 W 5th Ave, Suite 102
Mon–Thu 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Fri 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Auditor Recording
509-962-7504
recording@co.kittitas.wa.us
Recorded deeds, liens, surveys, certified copies and document searches.
205 W 5th Ave, Suite 105
Auditor office lists Mon–Thu 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Fri 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
Board of Equalization
509-962-7506
boeclerk@co.kittitas.wa.us
Assessment appeal petitions, deadlines and hearing questions.
411 N Ruby St., Suite 2
Ellensburg, WA 98926
Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Bring or include this information

Parcel number
Property/situs address
Owner name
Assessment or tax year
Change of Value Notice when relevant
Recorded document number when known
Short description of the issue
Supporting evidence or map reference
Universal property call script “I am calling about parcel [parcel number] at [property location]. I need help with [assessment, taxes, deed, GIS, Current Use, exemption or appeal]. The online record currently shows [brief issue]. Which county record, form or department should I use next?”
Records not found online

Use the county Public Records Portal as a fallback

Many Kittitas County records are already available through TaxSifter, COMPAS, the Auditor or department webpages. When the record you need is not online, use the county Public Records Portal and direct the request to the department responsible for that record.

Do not file a broad records request first. Check TaxSifter, COMPAS, Auditor Recording and the responsible department page before requesting records. A specific parcel number, document date and record type makes a public-records request easier to process.
Open county Public Records Portal
Common mistakes

Avoid these Kittitas County property-record errors

Searching an Ohio auditor Kittitas County is in Washington and uses Washington property-tax systems.
Using the Auditor for property value The Assessor determines valuation; the Auditor records documents.
Using TaxSifter as proof of title Confirm legal ownership with the recorded deed.
Using COMPAS as a survey GIS lines are not precise legal boundary determinations.
Ignoring Current Use Preferential land classification can cause market and taxable values to differ significantly.
Appealing because taxes are high The BOE needs evidence that the assessed market value is incorrect.
Stopping tax payment during appeal Continue paying by the normal deadlines while the appeal is pending.
Assuming every assessment is in TaxSifter Some special assessments may require separate Treasurer research.
10 practical answers

Kittitas County property search FAQs

Is Kittitas County in Ohio or Washington?

Kittitas County is in Washington State. Its county seat is Ellensburg. Property assessment records are handled by the Kittitas County Assessor, while the County Auditor records deeds and other official documents.

How do I search Kittitas County property records?

Use the county TaxSifter property search. Kittitas County states that a property profile can be located using an address, parcel number or range-township-section information.

What is COMPAS in Kittitas County?

COMPAS is Kittitas County’s GIS property mapping application. It can locate parcels by address or parcel number and display assessment information, taxing districts and critical-area information such as wetlands, flood zones and snow loads.

Who determines property value in Kittitas County?

The Kittitas County Assessor determines the value of real and personal property and maintains the assessment roll. Contact the Assessor at 509-962-7501 for valuation or parcel-record questions.

When are Kittitas County property taxes due in 2026?

At least one-half of the annual tax was due April 30, 2026. If the first half was paid on time, the remaining half is due October 31, 2026. Taxes under $50 are due in full by April 30.

How do I find a deed or lien in Kittitas County?

Use the Kittitas County Auditor’s Official Records Search for recorded documents. The Auditor handles recording and can provide certified document copies. Staff searches are available for a published fee.

How do I appeal my Kittitas County assessed value?

Contact the Assessor first to review the valuation. If unresolved, file a completed appeal petition with the Board of Equalization by July 1 of the assessment year or within 30 calendar days of the mailing date on the Change of Value Notice, whichever is later.

Do I still pay property taxes while appealing an assessment?

Yes. Kittitas County tells taxpayers to pay taxes by the normal due date while an assessment appeal is pending. If the valuation is later changed, an appropriate credit can be applied.

What property tax relief is available to Kittitas County seniors?

Kittitas County administers property tax exemption and deferral programs for qualifying seniors, people with disabilities and certain veterans with limited household income. Current county materials list a household income limit of $43,000 for the senior and disabled exemption program.

Can I use a Kittitas County GIS parcel line as a legal boundary?

No. COMPAS and county parcel GIS are useful research tools, but mapped parcel lines do not replace a recorded legal description, survey, plat or professional boundary determination.

Information checked August 7, 2026: County/state identity, Assessor and Auditor roles, TaxSifter search guidance, COMPAS GIS features, Assessor and Treasurer contacts, 2026 tax deadlines and processor fees, Board of Equalization procedures, the 2026 residential solar-panel correction notice, Recorder policies and fees, senior/disabled relief and Current Use guidance were checked against Kittitas County government sources.
Independent guide: CountyAuditors.org is not the Kittitas County Assessor, Auditor, Treasurer, Board of Equalization or Community Development Services. Confirm live tax balances, appeal deadlines, classification requirements, recorded documents and legal property boundaries with the responsible government 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.

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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