Stamford CT Tax Assessment Search & Values

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Stamford, Connecticut · Vision Database · 70% Assessment · Mill Districts · 2027 Revaluation

Search a Stamford Tax Assessment and Read the Property Value the Right Way

Stamford property assessment searches should start with the City’s Property Assessment office and the official Vision assessor database. That record can show the property’s Map-Block-Lot, owner display, location, building details, land value, appraised value and assessed value.

The important Stamford detail is the 70% assessment rule. The Vision database states that assessed value represents 70% of fair market value, and most current real-estate records still reflect the October 1, 2022 revaluation unless the property changed through permits or other physical updates.

Get the quick answer Search the database Understand the value
Local routing note: Connecticut property tax is handled by each city or town. For a property inside Stamford, use Stamford’s Property Assessment and Tax Collection offices—not a Fairfield County assessor or a county auditor office.

Quick answer: use Stamford’s Vision assessor database for values

Open the official Stamford Property Assessment page, then use the linked Vision Government Solutions assessor database. Search for the parcel, confirm the location and Map-Block-Lot, then compare appraised value, assessed value, tax district and physical property details before making a tax or appeal decision.

1 Search Use address, owner or Map-Block-Lot when available.
2 Verify Match location, parcel identity and property facts.
3 Read value Appraised value and assessed value are not the same.
4 Route next step Assessor, Tax Collector, BAA or Town Clerk.

Stamford tax assessment facts

Assessment office Property Assessment
Tax Assessor Greg Stackpole
Search system Vision assessor database
Assessment ratio 70% of fair market value
Last revaluation October 1, 2022
Next revaluation October 1, 2027
FY 2026–27 rates 24.31 to 25.14 mills, plus DSSD if applicable
Real estate bills Due July 1 and January 1
Assessment phone 203-977-5888
Appeal deadline Usually Feb. 20 by 4:30 p.m.
Open Stamford Vision database Open Stamford tax maps

Choose the Stamford property task you need

The same property can appear in the assessor database, tax bill system, tax map, land records and appeal forms. Start with the record that matches your actual goal.

Use the correct Stamford office

Assessment value, tax payment, appeals and deeds are separate

A
ASSESSOR Property facts
Appraised value
Assessment
$
TAX COLLECTION Bill amount
Payment
Delinquent tax
B
BAA Assessment appeal
Exemption appeal
Hearing
D
TOWN CLERK Land records
Deeds
Recorded documents
Stamford property question → correct local office
Your question
Correct office
Use this resource
Common mistake
What is my Stamford property assessed at?
Property Assessment
Vision assessor database
Looking for a county assessor record.
Is the building size, property type or permit update wrong?
Property Assessment
Assessor staff review
Calling Tax Collection about valuation facts.
What do I actually owe today?
Tax Collection
Tax billing search / payment system
Estimating the live payoff from assessment math only.
Can I challenge the value?
Board of Assessment Appeals
BAA application during filing window
Trying to appeal the tax rate instead of the assessment.
Who legally owns the property?
Town Clerk / land records
Recorded deed research
Treating the assessor owner display as a title report.
Stamford wording tip: local pages may say “Grand List,” “assessment,” “appraised value,” “assessed value,” “mill rate” and “tax district.” Those terms work together, but they do not mean the same thing.
Property-card decoder

What to verify after the Stamford property record opens

The property card is most useful when you read it in sequence: identity first, physical facts second, value third and tax district last.

Owner display Useful for identifying the current assessor record, but not a substitute for a deed or title search.
Location Confirm the situs address and neighborhood context before comparing values.
Map-Block-Lot Stamford’s local parcel identifier. Save it when moving between maps, tax records and staff conversations.
Tax district Determines which mill rate applies. District A, B, C, CS and DSSD can change the tax calculation.
Land value The value assigned to the land portion of the property.
Building value The value tied to structures and improvements.
Appraised value The fair-market-value estimate before the 70% assessment ratio.
Assessed value The taxable assessment used with the applicable mill rate.
Sales and permit clues Use these to understand recent transactions, improvements and physical changes.
Do not use the property card as a legal title report. If you need a recorded deed, mortgage release, easement, lien or ownership chain, use land records through the proper recording office rather than relying only on the assessor display.
70% assessment rule

Stamford assessed value is 70% of fair market value

Appraised value and assessed value are different numbers

Stamford’s Vision database states that the assessed value represents 70% of fair market value. That means a $700,000 fair-market appraised value produces a $490,000 assessed value before the applicable mill rate is applied.

The current records generally reflect the October 1, 2022 revaluation unless the property has physical changes such as building permit activity.

Stamford value terms in plain English
Term
What it means
How to use it
Fair market / appraised value
The City’s value estimate for the full property.
Compare with relevant sales and similar properties.
Assessed value
70% of the fair-market value.
Multiply this by the mill rate to estimate tax.
Grand List
The assessment list for taxable and exempt property as of October 1.
Match the correct assessment year before comparing records.
Tax district
A Stamford district based on municipal services furnished to the property.
Select the correct mill rate, especially when DSSD applies.
Mill rate
Tax dollars per $1,000 of assessed value.
Assessment × mill rate ÷ 1,000 = basic annual tax estimate.
FY 2026–27 mill rates

Use the Stamford tax district before estimating the bill

Stamford’s October 1, 2025 Net Taxable Grand List after the Board of Assessment Appeals shows separate real-estate mill rates by district. Some District A real-estate accounts are also in the Downtown Special Services District.

Stamford FY 2026–27 real-estate mill rates shown by the City
Tax district
Real estate mill rate
Use this when
District A
25.14
The property record places the parcel in District A.
District B
24.66
The property record places the parcel in District B.
District C
24.31
The property record places the parcel in District C.
District CS
24.72
The property record places the parcel in District CS.
DSSD
1.39 additional district rate
Some District A real-estate accounts are also part of the DSSD, producing a combined rate of 26.53.
Local calculation rule: appraised value × 70% = assessed value. Assessed value × mill rate ÷ 1,000 = basic annual real-estate tax estimate.
Do not guess the district. Stamford’s mill rates are district-specific. Use the tax district shown on the property record or City tax information before estimating.
Estimator

Estimate Stamford assessment and tax from market value

Stamford 70% assessment calculator

Enter an estimated fair-market value and choose the mill rate from your property’s Stamford tax district. The calculator converts market value to assessed value, then estimates the annual tax.

This is only a planning estimate. The Tax Collector’s live record controls balances, interest, sewer items, prior delinquencies and payment status.

Assessed value $490,000
Annual estimate $11,912
Half installment $5,956

Formula: value × 0.70 = assessment. Assessment × mill rate ÷ 1,000 = estimated annual tax.

Tax bill timing

Stamford real-estate tax bills are normally split into two installments

Stamford explains that real-estate taxes are billed in two installments. The first half is due July 1 and the second half is due January 1.

June 15 First bill mailing period The City states taxes due July 1 are mailed on or about June 15.
July 1 First half due First-half real-estate tax is due, along with certain other property taxes.
Dec. 15 Second bill mailing period The City states taxes due in January are mailed on or about December 15.
Jan. 1 Second half due Second-half real-estate tax is due.
Grace period: Stamford states that taxes become delinquent 30 days after the due date. For a July 1 installment, that generally means payment can be made without delinquent interest through July 31; for a January 1 installment, through January 31.
Delinquent interest is expensive. Stamford lists delinquent-tax interest at 1.5% per full or partial month under Connecticut law, with interest running from the original due date.
Search and pay Stamford tax bills Open Tax Collection
When the record looks wrong

Fix property facts before arguing about market value

A wrong building fact and a disputed market value are different problems. Stamford’s real-estate staff and inspectors update values for permit activity and physical property changes throughout the year.

Wrong building size or feature? Identify the exact field and gather plans, measurements, photos, permits or appraisal support.
Recent construction or demolition? Ask whether the property record has been updated for permit activity and the correct Grand List year.
Recent sale lower than the record? Keep the closing statement, sale contract and facts showing whether it was an arm’s-length market sale.
Condition affects value? Use current photographs, inspection reports and repair evidence rather than a general statement that the home needs work.

Evidence checklist

Correct street address
Map-Block-Lot
Tax district
Land size or condo unit identity
Building size and features
Permit or certificate information
Relevant sales
Photos or inspection documents
Useful call script: “I’m reviewing the assessment for [address / Map-Block-Lot]. The property card shows [specific fact], but I believe [specific correction] is supported by [document]. What review process should I follow?”
Board of Assessment Appeals

The regular 2026 real-estate appeal filing deadline has passed

Stamford’s Board of Assessment Appeals FAQ says the spring appeal form must be submitted to the Assessor’s office by 4:30 p.m. on February 20, unless a Grand List filing extension moves the deadline to March 20.

For the October 1, 2025 Grand List: Stamford’s appeal form stated that applications had to be filed and received by the Assessor’s Office by 4:30 p.m. on February 20, 2026, and that postmark date would not be accepted.
Stamford assessment appeal path
Stage
What it handles
Timing / practical note
Assessor discussion
Property facts, permit activity, value questions and exemptions.
Best first step when a factual record appears wrong.
Board of Assessment Appeals
Claims that the assessor erred in valuation or denied an exemption.
Real-estate/personal-property appeal form is normally available February 1–20.
Hearing evidence
Comparable sales, appraisal evidence, factual proof and exemption support.
The 2026 form instructed applicants to bring copies of evidence to the hearing.
Court appeal
Further challenge after BAA action.
The City FAQ cites a two-month window from the mailing of the BAA notice of action.
What the BAA cannot do: Stamford states that if you agree with your assessment but want to contest the annual tax amount, the Board of Assessment Appeals cannot hear that case. Mill rates are set separately by the Board of Finance.
Open Board of Assessment Appeals Read Stamford BAA FAQs
Relief is separate from valuation

If the value is correct but the bill is hard to pay, review tax relief

Stamford’s elderly and disabled homeowner relief program is separate from an assessment appeal. It can affect the tax bill for qualifying homeowners, but it does not mean the appraised value on the property card is wrong.

2026 filing period The City listed the filing period as February 1, 2026 through May 15, 2026.
Age / disability rule The program covers qualifying seniors who were 65 by December 31, 2025 and totally disabled homeowners with required proof.
Income and asset limits Stamford listed 2026 income and asset limits, including separate thresholds for single and married applicants.
Open Elderly / Disabled Homeowner Relief Review property exemptions
Do not mix strategies: an appeal argues the value or exemption decision is wrong. Relief asks whether the taxpayer qualifies for a credit or exemption under a separate program.
Official office and map

Stamford Property Assessment contact information

Property Assessment

Office City of Stamford Property Assessment
Address
Stamford Government Center, 888 Washington Boulevard, 6th Floor, Stamford, CT 06901
Phone 203-977-5888
Fax 203-977-5553
Regular hours Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
July/August Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Official page Property Assessment
Search Vision database Call Property Assessment
10 Stamford-specific answers

Stamford CT tax assessment search and value FAQs

1. Where can I search Stamford CT property assessments?

Use the City of Stamford Property Assessment page and the linked Vision Government Solutions assessor database. The Vision record is the official online source for Stamford property assessment details.

2. Does Stamford have a county assessor?

No. In Connecticut, property assessment is handled at the municipal level. Stamford properties are assessed by the City of Stamford Property Assessment office, not by Fairfield County.

3. What does Stamford assessed value mean?

Stamford’s Vision database states that assessed value represents 70% of fair market value. For example, a $700,000 appraised value produces a $490,000 assessed value.

4. What revaluation year are current Stamford values based on?

The current Vision database states that Stamford’s state-mandated revaluation was effective for the October 1, 2022 Grand List, with the next scheduled real-estate revaluation effective for the October 1, 2027 Grand List.

5. Why can my Stamford assessment stay the same after 2022?

Vision explains that each later valuation year generally reflects the October 1, 2022 valuation unless there were physical changes to the property, such as building permit activity.

6. What are Stamford’s FY 2026–27 real-estate mill rates?

Stamford lists District A at 25.14, District B at 24.66, District C at 24.31 and District CS at 24.72. Some District A properties are also in the Downtown Special Services District, adding 1.39 mills.

7. When are Stamford real-estate tax bills due?

Stamford real-estate taxes are billed in two installments. The first half is due July 1 and the second half is due January 1, with bills mailed around June 15 and December 15.

8. Can I appeal my Stamford tax bill amount?

You can appeal an assessment with the Board of Assessment Appeals, but Stamford says the Board cannot hear a case where you agree with the assessment and only want to contest the annual tax amount or mill rate.

9. What was the 2026 Stamford assessment appeal deadline?

For the October 1, 2025 Grand List, Stamford’s appeal form stated that applications had to be filed and received by the Assessor’s Office by 4:30 p.m. on February 20, 2026, and that postmark date would not be accepted.

10. Who should I call if my Stamford property card has incorrect building information?

Call Stamford Property Assessment at 203-977-5888. Have the address, Map-Block-Lot and specific incorrect field ready, along with evidence such as permits, plans, measurements, photos or appraisal documents.

Official sources checked for this Stamford guide

Independent property-information guide: CountyAuditors.org is not the City of Stamford, Property Assessment office, Tax Collection office, Board of Assessment Appeals, Board of Finance, Town Clerk or Vision Government Solutions. Online assessment and tax records are research tools and do not replace an official tax payoff, recorded deed, title search, survey, appraisal or legal advice. Verify live values, balances, deadlines and property-specific requirements with the responsible Stamford office before acting.
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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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