Virginia Property Records & Tax Search: County Guide

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Virginia · County and independent-city property records, assessments, taxes, GIS and deeds

Find the Correct Virginia Property Office

Search Virginia property records by owner name, address, parcel number or map, then review the assessment, land, improvements, transfers, tax status and recorded documents connected with the property.

Virginia does not normally call this office a county auditor. Depending on the locality, you may need the Commissioner of the Revenue, Real Estate Assessor, Treasurer, Director of Finance, GIS office or Circuit Court Clerk.

Get the quick answer Find the locality Follow search steps
Virginia jurisdiction warning: Independent cities are separate localities and are not treated as part of a surrounding county for property assessment or taxation. Confirm the actual county, city or incorporated town before searching or paying.

Quick answer: start with the locality

Identify the Virginia county or independent city where the parcel physically lies. Open that locality’s official real-estate assessment or GIS search, use one broad search field, confirm the parcel number and location, then route tax-payment questions to the Treasurer and deed questions to the Circuit Court Clerk.

1 Find the locality County, independent city or taxing town.
2 Search the parcel Owner, address, account or parcel number.
3 Verify the result Match parcel number and physical location.
4 Use the right office Assessor, Treasurer, Clerk or Board.

Virginia property facts at a glance

Assessment office Commissioner, assessor or assessment department
Tax collector Treasurer or Director of Finance
Land records Circuit Court Clerk
Assessment standard Generally 100% fair market value
Tax-year owner Owner as of January 1
Tax rates Set and administered locally
Due dates Vary by county, city and town
GIS boundaries Research only—not survey proof
Assessment appeal Local review and equalization process
Relief programs Eligibility and limits vary locally

Use Virginia’s official local-government finder first. Enter the address or choose the county, city or town, then open the locality’s official website and look for Real Estate, Property Search, Commissioner of the Revenue, Assessment, GIS or Treasurer.

Find the official Virginia locality Read Virginia Tax property guidance

Choose the property task you need

This guide separates assessment, payment, land-record and appeal responsibilities.

Office-routing guide

Who handles each Virginia property task?

Correct Virginia office or official resource
Your question
Correct office
What it provides
Important limit
Who owns the parcel and what is it assessed for?
Commissioner of the Revenue, Assessor or Real Estate Assessment
Property card, owner display, parcel number, land, buildings, value and assessment history.
The public owner field is not a legal title opinion.
Where is the property on a map?
Local GIS or mapping department
Parcel location, roads, aerial imagery, layers and nearby property.
GIS boundaries are not professional surveys.
What tax amount is due?
Treasurer or Director of Finance
Bill, balance, payment, receipt, penalty and delinquency information.
The collector does not normally set market value.
Where is the deed or mortgage?
Circuit Court Clerk
Recorded deeds, deeds of trust, releases, judgments, plats and related indexes.
Index access does not replace a title examination.
Is the assessment wrong?
Assessor or Commissioner, then Board of Equalization
Informal review, factual correction and formal equalization appeal.
Deadlines and forms vary by locality.
Is senior or disability relief available?
Local Commissioner, Assessor or Finance Department
Local exemption, deferral, income and net-worth requirements.
There is no single universal statewide senior-relief amount.
Does farmland qualify for use value?
Local Commissioner or assessing officer
Land-use application, acreage, use, revalidation and rollback-tax guidance.
The locality must have adopted the applicable program.
What is the zoning or buildability?
Planning, Zoning or Community Development
Official zoning, setbacks, permits, floodplain and land-development requirements.
The assessment record does not grant construction approval.
Fastest sequence: Find the parcel through the assessor or GIS, copy the parcel number, save the property card and use that same number for taxes, deeds, relief, zoning and appeal questions.
County, city or town decision

Identify the correct Virginia taxing locality

Virginia’s independent cities are separate from counties. A mailing address may also name a town or nearby city that does not control the county assessment record.

Property is inside a county

Search the county assessment or Commissioner of the Revenue portal. Then check whether an incorporated town issues an additional tax bill.

Property is inside an independent city

Use the city’s assessor, real-estate office, finance department and Circuit Court Clerk—not the surrounding county.

Mailing address is uncertain

Use the official Virginia locality finder, deed, tax bill or GIS boundary before choosing an office.

Micro steps for the Virginia.gov locality finder

Open the official local-government directory Use the statewide county, city and town listing.
Enter the physical property address Do not use only the owner’s mailing address.
Confirm county or independent city Record the exact locality name before opening property tools.
Open the official locality website Avoid third-party owner-search and tax-payment pages.
Find the assessment office Look for Real Estate, Assessment, Commissioner of the Revenue, Assessor or GIS.
Find the tax collector separately Look for Treasurer, Finance, Revenue Collection or Tax Payments.
Town-tax check: Property in an incorporated town may receive both county and town tax obligations. Confirm each bill separately rather than assuming one payment covers both.
Open Virginia local-government finder
Failed-search recovery

No Virginia property record found?

Owner name failed Search the surname alone, then try a prior owner, trust, estate, business or alternate spelling.
Recent purchaser is missing Search the person or entity that owned the property on January 1 of the tax year.
Exact address failed Remove the unit, direction, suffix and punctuation while retaining the number and main street word.
New construction is missing Search the parent parcel, builder, developer or subdivision.
Parcel was split or combined Search the previous parcel number and ask whether a new identifier was created.
Condominium unit is unclear Use the legal unit number, parcel ID or condominium name instead of only the street address.
Property may be in an independent city Check the locality boundary instead of searching the surrounding county.
Town name appears on the address Confirm whether the county, town or both maintain the relevant assessment or tax record.

Prepare this before contacting the locality

Complete physical address
Current and former owner names
Parcel or tax-map number
Deed or instrument reference
Subdivision or condominium name
Approximate sale or construction date
Assessment-office call script “I am trying to identify the property at [physical address]. The current or January 1 owner may be [name], and I have [parcel, deed or subdivision information]. Can you confirm the correct parcel number or whether the property was transferred, divided, combined or renumbered?”
Property-card decoder

Understand the Virginia assessment record

Common Virginia property fields explained
Field
What it means
Practical next action
Parcel ID, GPIN or PIN
The locality’s identifier for the parcel.
Use it in tax, deed, GIS and appeal questions.
Owner name
The ownership name currently shown in the assessment database.
Use the recorded deed for legal ownership verification.
Property address
The physical or situs location associated with the parcel.
Compare it with GIS and the legal description.
Mailing address
Where assessment or tax correspondence is sent.
Do not confuse it with the parcel’s physical location.
Fair-market assessment
The locality’s estimate of fair market value.
Compare property facts and valid market evidence.
Land value
The value assigned to the land portion.
Check acreage, zoning context, frontage and land-use status.
Improvement value
The value assigned to buildings and other improvements.
Verify size, age, quality, condition and structures.
Deed reference
A book/page or instrument clue linked to a recorded transfer.
Use the Circuit Court Clerk’s land-record system.
Tax district
The local taxing jurisdictions applying to the property.
Check county, city or town rates and bills separately.
Land-use or exemption status
Special valuation, exemption or relief applied to the property.
Confirm continued eligibility after ownership or use changes.

Virginia uses fair-market assessment

Virginia real estate is generally assessed at 100% of fair market value. This differs from states that apply a separate statewide assessment percentage before the local tax rate is used.

Check these record facts
  • Land acreage and property class
  • Building size and exterior dimensions
  • Year built and effective age
  • Bedrooms, bathrooms and finished area
  • Garage, pool and outbuildings
  • Recent construction, demolition or damage
Collect correction evidence
  • Current photographs
  • Measurements or floor plans
  • Building permits
  • Inspection or damage reports
  • Repair estimates
  • Comparable sales
January 1 ownership rule: The person who owned the property on January 1 is generally assessed for the tax year beginning on that date. A deed recorded later in the year does not automatically change the name associated with that year’s assessment.
Read fair-market assessment law Read January 1 ownership rule
Rates, bills and payments

Calculate and pay Virginia real-estate taxes

Virginia real-estate tax rates, due dates, installments, penalties and payment portals are set locally. Use the rate and billing instructions for the exact county, independent city or town.

Estimated tax = assessed value ÷ 100 × rate per $100

Then apply any approved relief, credits, prorations or special charges shown by the locality.

Example only: At a rate of $1.00 per $100, a $300,000 assessment produces an estimated $3,000 tax before relief or other charges. Never substitute this example for the locality’s actual rate.

Use the tax office in this order

Confirm the parcel and tax year Save the parcel number, owner and physical location.
Open the locality’s Treasurer or Finance page Use the official payment portal linked from the government website.
Search the live bill Use parcel, account, owner, bill or property-location information.
Confirm every taxing jurisdiction County and incorporated-town obligations may be separate.
Check the due date and payment-posting rule Review whether the locality uses receipt date, online timestamp or postmark.
Review service fees Card and electronic-check fees can differ.
Save proof of payment Keep the confirmation number, amount, date, tax year and parcel number.

Which office handles the problem?

Assessment office
  • Market value
  • Land and building facts
  • Ownership display
  • Relief and exemptions
  • Assessment appeals
Treasurer or Finance
  • Current balance
  • Payment methods
  • Posting and receipts
  • Penalty and interest
  • Delinquent collection
State-tax website warning: Virginia Tax does not collect ordinary county or city real-estate bills. Direct payment and balance questions to the locality shown on the bill.
Tax-office call script “I am calling about parcel [number] at [physical address] for tax year [year]. Can you confirm the current balance, due date, penalty status, accepted payment methods and whether another county, city or town bill also applies?”
Review Virginia local-rate surveys Read state property-tax guidance
Circuit Court land records

Find deeds, mortgages, liens and plats

Virginia deeds and other land instruments are recorded by the Circuit Court Clerk for the county or independent city where the property is located.

Search land records step by step

Copy clues from the property card Save the owner, prior owner, parcel number, transfer date and deed reference.
Find the correct Circuit Court Use the locality where the property lies—not the owner’s mailing city.
Check Secure Remote Access availability Open the Available Courts list to see whether free index access or subscription access is offered.
Search grantor and grantee names Try current and prior owners, trusts, estates and business entities.
Narrow by document type and date Look for deed, deed of trust, release, judgment, easement, plat or lien.
Contact the Clerk for unavailable images Subscription, copy or in-office access rules are set by the individual Clerk.
Request certification when required Ask the lender, court or agency whether an ordinary image is sufficient.
Virginia land-record access choices
Need
Use
Important detail
Find the deed index
SRA free index where enabled
Not every Circuit Court enables free public index access.
View document images remotely
Clerk-authorized SRA subscription
Agreement and fees may be required.
Older or unindexed document
Circuit Court Clerk record room
Prepare names, dates and deed references.
Certified copy
Circuit Court Clerk
Copy and certification fees are locality-specific.
Title or lien conclusion
Attorney or title professional
A public-record search does not guarantee clear title.
Recording-document help: The Virginia Court System publishes deed-book forms, including release, lien and Virginia Land Records Cover Sheet forms. Check local Clerk requirements before recording.
Open Virginia Secure Remote Access Find the Circuit Court Clerk Open deed-book forms
Maps, zoning and boundaries

Use Virginia GIS without treating it as a survey

GIS is useful for
  • Locating a parcel
  • Finding nearby properties
  • Viewing aerial imagery
  • Checking roads and jurisdiction layers
  • Finding parcel identifiers
  • Beginning zoning or flood research
GIS cannot prove
  • Exact legal boundaries
  • Ownership or title
  • Buildable area
  • Approved setbacks
  • Easement location on the ground
  • Absence of encroachments

Map workflow

Find the parcel number first Parcel searches are often more reliable than rural or recently assigned addresses.
Open the locality’s official GIS Avoid relying on a generic real-estate listing map.
Search and select the parcel Confirm that the GIS identifier matches the assessment record.
Use only relevant layers Turn on zoning, flood, aerial, soils or jurisdiction information one layer at a time.
Record the source and date Map layers can be updated on different schedules.
Verify legal questions separately Use the deed, plat, zoning office and professional survey where appropriate.
Fence and construction warning: Do not place a fence, structure, driveway, septic component or utility from the visual GIS parcel line. Obtain a survey and required zoning or building approval.
Assessment correction and equalization

Challenge a Virginia property assessment

Virginia does not use one statewide appeal deadline. The filing period depends on the locality, assessment cycle and notice. Read the current assessment notice immediately.

Use this appeal order

Review the property card Identify whether the issue is value, acreage, building facts, ownership or classification.
Read the reassessment notice Locate the informal-review and Board of Equalization deadlines.
Contact the assessing office Request the property record, valuation explanation and informal-review procedure.
Submit direct evidence Provide sales, measurements, photographs, appraisals, repair estimates or proof of factual error.
File with the Board of Equalization if unresolved Use the locality’s current form and delivery instructions.
Keep filing proof Retain the submission, attachments, receipt and decision.
Review further appeal rights Legal review may be available after the administrative process; obtain professional advice when necessary.

Evidence matched to the problem

Useful Virginia assessment-appeal evidence
Issue
Useful evidence
Weak approach
Recent purchase
Closing statement, contract, deed and sale-condition information.
Quoting only an automated home-value website.
Incorrect acreage
Recorded survey, plat and deed description.
Measuring only from an online GIS outline.
Incorrect building data
Measurements, floor plans, permits and photographs.
Saying the property card is generally inaccurate.
Poor condition or damage
Dated photographs, inspections and contractor estimates.
Normal maintenance complaints without cost evidence.
Comparable sales
Similar arm’s-length sales near the valuation date.
Selecting only the lowest nearby sale prices.
Income-producing property
Rent, vacancy, income, expense and capitalization information.
Using ordinary residential comparisons for a commercial property.
Assessment-review call script “I am reviewing parcel [number] for assessment year [year]. I believe the assessment or property record is incorrect because [specific fact or evidence]. Can you confirm the informal-review deadline, Board of Equalization deadline, required form and evidence-submission method?”
Read Board of Equalization authority
Exemptions, deferrals and relief

Check Virginia property-tax relief programs

Senior and disability relief is generally created by local ordinance. Income limits, net-worth limits, filing dates, exemption percentages and deferral terms therefore differ by locality.

Common Virginia real-estate relief categories
Program
Basic purpose
Important action
Elderly relief
Local exemption, deferral or combined relief for qualifying owners age 65 or older.
Check local income, net-worth, ownership and occupancy limits.
Permanent disability relief
Local relief where the locality’s ordinance includes permanently and totally disabled applicants.
Prepare disability and financial documentation.
Disabled-veteran exemption
Exemption for qualifying veterans rated 100% service-connected, permanent and total.
Provide VA documentation and principal-residence evidence.
Eligible surviving-spouse exemption
Possible exemption for qualifying surviving spouses under applicable Virginia law.
Check the exact service, death, remarriage and occupancy requirements.
Rehabilitated-property relief
Local partial exemption or credit for qualifying rehabilitation or replacement work.
Apply before or during the locality’s required construction stage.
Damage adjustment
Possible value reduction when a building is destroyed or materially damaged.
Report the event promptly with photographs, date and repair information.

Application preparation

Property parcel number
Proof of ownership
Principal-residence evidence
Age or disability evidence
Household income documents
Net-worth documents where required
VA disability letter where applicable
Prior approval or renewal information
No universal senior limit: Do not copy an income threshold or exemption amount from another Virginia county or city. Use the ordinance and application for the exact locality.
Read elderly and disability authority Read disabled-veteran exemption law
Agricultural, forest and open-space land

Understand Virginia land-use assessment

A locality may adopt use-value taxation for qualifying agricultural, horticultural, forest or open-space land. It values qualifying land according to use rather than ordinary development-market value.

Virginia statutory land-use acreage framework
Use
General statutory minimum
Important qualification
Agricultural
Generally 5 acres
Local ordinances and qualifying commercial-use evidence apply.
Horticultural
Generally 5 acres
Commercial horticultural use and local requirements apply.
Forest
Generally 20 acres
Forest-use documentation and local programme rules apply.
Open space
Generally 5 acres
The locality may require a larger minimum or qualifying agreement.
Special local exception
May differ under statutory exceptions
Use the local ordinance rather than the statewide baseline alone.

Application workflow

Confirm that the locality participates Not every programme or use category is identical across Virginia.
Identify every parcel Record the parcel numbers, acreage and ownership.
Document the qualifying use Prepare leases, production records, farm plans, forestry information or open-space agreements.
Use the locality’s current application Virginia Tax lists LU-1 and LU-2 resources, but local filing instructions control.
Meet the local deadline Filing and revalidation dates differ by locality.
Understand rollback taxes A change to non-qualifying use can create rollback liability for prior years.
Buyer warning: Do not assume land-use valuation automatically continues after purchase, rezoning, subdivision or a change in use. Request the current programme status and possible rollback exposure before closing.
Open Virginia Tax locality resources Read land-use acreage law
Vehicles and business property

Do not confuse real estate with personal property

Virginia localities also assess tangible personal property such as vehicles, business equipment, machinery and certain other assets. These records and bills may use a separate portal from real estate.

Real estate versus personal property
Tax type
Common subjects
Typical office path
Real estate
Land, houses, commercial buildings and permanent improvements.
Assessor or Commissioner for value; Treasurer for payment.
Vehicle personal property
Cars, trucks, motorcycles, trailers and other taxable vehicles.
Commissioner or assessment office, then Treasurer or Finance.
Business tangible property
Equipment, furniture, tools and other taxable business assets.
Commissioner or business-tax division.
Machinery and tools
Qualifying manufacturing or industrial equipment.
Local Commissioner or business-property office.

Vehicle or business-bill troubleshooting

Vehicle moved into Virginia Check local registration or reporting requirements and the taxable-situs date.
Vehicle was sold or moved Provide disposal, sale, registration or relocation evidence to the assessing office.
Business closed File the locality’s closure or disposal documentation rather than ignoring the bill.
Real-estate search shows nothing Use the separate personal-property or business-tax inquiry portal.
Buyer and owner due diligence

Complete these checks before relying on a property record

Match parcel number and physical address
Review current and prior assessments
Open the recorded deed
Check deeds of trust and releases
Review GIS and recorded plat
Confirm zoning with the locality
Check flood and development constraints
Confirm current and delinquent taxes
Review land-use rollback exposure
Verify exemption transfer rules
Check city or town tax obligations
Use a title professional when needed
Public-record limitation: A property card, GIS map and deed index do not guarantee clear title, legal access, buildability, correct boundaries or absence of liens.
Contact preparation

Give the local office enough information to help

Prepare the right details for each office
Office
Prepare
Ask
Assessor or Commissioner
Parcel number, address, owner, assessment year and factual concern.
Property-card correction, valuation method, relief or appeal deadline.
Treasurer or Finance
Parcel/account number, tax year, bill number and payment details.
Current balance, due date, penalty, receipt or payoff.
Circuit Court Clerk
Grantor, grantee, date range, deed reference and property locality.
Index access, document image, certification or recording requirements.
GIS
Parcel number, physical location and needed layer.
Map access, data date, jurisdiction layer or parcel-link issue.
Planning or Zoning
Parcel number, proposed use, site plan and specific question.
Official zoning, setbacks, permits, floodplain or development review.
Universal Virginia property call script “I am contacting you about parcel [number] at [physical address] in [county, city or town]. I need help with [assessment, tax bill, deed, GIS, relief, zoning or appeal]. The current public record shows [brief fact]. Which official form, portal or office should I use next?”
Find local contact information Find Circuit Court contacts
Common mistakes

Avoid these Virginia property-search errors

Searching a county for independent-city property Confirm the locality boundary first.
Calling the Treasurer about market value Direct assessment questions to the assessor or Commissioner.
Calling the assessor about payment posting Direct payment and receipt questions to the Treasurer or Finance office.
Treating GIS as a survey Use a recorded plat and professional survey for exact lines.
Searching only the new owner Try the person who owned the parcel on January 1.
Using another locality’s deadline Appeal, relief and tax dates are locally established.
Assuming county tax includes town tax Verify separate incorporated-town obligations.
Using a third-party payment link Begin from the official locality website.
Ten practical answers

Virginia property records and tax FAQs

Does Virginia have county auditors for property records?

Virginia generally uses Commissioners of the Revenue, real-estate assessment departments or assessors instead of Ohio-style county auditors. The Treasurer or Director of Finance normally collects taxes, and the Circuit Court Clerk records deeds and other land documents.

Is there one statewide Virginia property-owner search?

Virginia does not provide one universal consumer property-owner search covering every locality. Identify the county or independent city first, then use that locality’s official property assessment, GIS or public-inquiry portal.

How do I search Virginia property by owner name?

Open the official property-search portal for the county or independent city. Start with the owner’s last name, add the first name only when necessary and verify the parcel using its address, parcel number and map location.

Who owned Virginia property for a particular tax year?

Virginia generally assesses the person who owned the real estate on January 1 for the tax year beginning on that date. A later buyer may therefore need to search the previous owner’s name for that year’s assessment or bill.

How is Virginia real estate assessed?

Virginia real estate is generally assessed at 100% of fair market value. The local tax bill is then calculated using the locality’s applicable tax rate, relief, credits and special charges.

Where do I pay a Virginia real-estate tax bill?

Pay through the Treasurer, Director of Finance or other tax-collection office for the county, city or town shown on the bill. Due dates, installment schedules, fees and payment portals vary by locality.

Where are Virginia deeds and mortgages recorded?

Deeds, deeds of trust, mortgages, releases, judgments and many other land records are recorded through the Circuit Court Clerk for the county or independent city where the property is located.

Are Virginia 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 or professional boundary survey.

How do I appeal a Virginia property assessment?

Begin with the locality’s assessor, Commissioner of the Revenue or assessment department. If unresolved, a Board of Equalization or similar local appeal may be available. Filing dates and required forms vary by locality and reassessment cycle.

Does Virginia offer senior, disability or veteran property-tax relief?

Localities may offer elderly or disability exemptions, deferrals or combined programs with locally established income, net-worth and filing rules. Virginia also provides qualifying exemptions for certain disabled veterans and eligible surviving spouses.

Information checked August 6, 2026: Virginia office roles, local-tax administration, fair-market assessment, January 1 ownership, local-government finder, land-record access, assessment appeals, elderly and disability relief, disabled-veteran exemptions and land-use acreage rules were checked against Virginia.gov, Virginia Tax, the Virginia Court System and the Code of Virginia.
Independent guide: CountyAuditors.org is not a Virginia county, city, town, Commissioner of the Revenue, assessment department, Treasurer, Circuit Court Clerk, Board of Equalization or Virginia Tax. Confirm live values, tax balances, deadlines, eligibility, recorded documents and legal requirements with the responsible locality.
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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