Search Parcels, Tax History, GIS Maps, Sales and Deeds Without Taking the Wrong Route
Washington County’s property search starts with the Auditor’s parcel portal, but a complete answer may also require the Treasurer, Recorder, Tax Map Office, GIS map, forms page, sales report, delinquency report, tax estimator or conveyance calculator.
This guide gives a practical workflow for Marietta, Belpre, Beverly, Lowell, Matamoras, Macksburg and rural Washington County parcels — including search fields, 2026 tax dates, payment fees, CAUV, Homestead, owner occupancy, Recorder copies and legal-boundary warnings.
Fast answer: Use the official Washington County Auditor Search for parcel, owner, address, sales, valuation and tax-related record research. Use the Auditor GIS Map for map lookup, the Treasurer for tax collection and payment, the Recorder search for deeds and legal documents, and the Tax Map Office for land-title description and plat-map questions.
2026 tax note: The Treasurer FAQ lists 2025 real estate and 2026 mobile home taxes due March 13, 2026 for first half and August 14, 2026 for second half. Taxes are assessed for the prior year and billed the following year.
Official Washington County Auditor and Treasurer Contacts
Auditor
Matthew Livengood, Washington County Auditor
Auditor address
205 Putnam St., Marietta, OH 45750
Main phone
740-373-6623
Auditor office hours
Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Property appraisal value
Extension 2141
Real estate transfers
Extension 2124
Manufactured homes
Extension 2122
Farm programs
Extension 2125
Tax Map
Extension 2161
Tax Map/GIS
Extension 2162
Treasurer
Tammy Bates, Washington County Treasurer
Treasurer phone
740-373-6623, option 3 then 2
Which Washington County Property Tool Should You Use?
Searchers often use one page for everything, but Washington County splits valuation, tax collection, Recorder documents, Tax Map review and GIS context into separate official tools.
How to Search Washington County Auditor Property Records
Open the official Auditor search
Go to Washington County Auditor Search. The page supports single-parameter search or advanced search with multiple criteria.
Use the cleanest search clue
Parcel number is best. Owner search uses Last First. Address search separates house number, direction abbreviation, street name and street type abbreviation.
Use advanced search when results are messy
Advanced search includes sales date, sale price, buyer, seller, valid-sale filter, tax district, township and school district fields.
Confirm tax district and township
Washington County search filters include townships/corporations such as Marietta Corp, Belpre Corp, Warren Twp, Waterford Twp, Muskingum Twp, Newport Twp and others.
Switch tools for tax or deed proof
Use Treasurer records for payment status and Recorder records for deeds, mortgages and recorded instruments. A parcel record is not the same as a title search.
Advanced Search Fields That Matter
Owner name
Use Last First. For trusts, estates or LLCs, start broad and narrow after results appear.
Parcel number
Best for exact lookup. Copy from a tax bill, Recorder document, prior property card or GIS map result.
Address search
Enter house number, direction, street name and street type separately when possible.
Sales criteria
Use sale date range, sale price, buyer, seller and valid-sale filter for comparable sale research.
Tax districts
Tax district filters run 01 through 41, including townships, corporations and school-district combinations.
School districts
Filters include Belpre CSD, Fort Frye LSD, Frontier LSD, Marietta CSD, Warren LSD, Wolf Creek LSD and others.
Tax Records, Due Dates and Billing Timing
2026 due dates
Treasurer FAQ lists 2025 real estate and 2026 mobile home taxes due March 13, 2026 for first half and August 14, 2026 for second half.
Bill mailing
First-half tax bills are mailed the last week of January. Second-half bills are mailed the last week of June.
Assessment timing
Taxes billed in January 2026 and due in March 2026 are taxes assessed for 2025.
School funding
The Treasurer page says property taxes are the main source of revenue for school districts, with 70–75 cents of every tax-payment dollar going to local school districts.
Washington County Property Tax Payment Methods and Fees
Tax Estimator: 2025 Taxes Due and Payable in 2026
What it estimates
The official estimator estimates 2025 property taxes due and payable in 2026.
Open Tax EstimatorTax district matters
The estimator requires a tax district, such as Marietta Corp, Belpre Corp, Adams Twp, Warren Twp, Waterford Twp or other districts.
Property type
Choose Residential/Agricultural or Commercial/Industrial.
Reductions
The estimator includes Owner Occupancy Credit and Homestead Reduction, including Disabled Veteran selection.
Sales Report and Comparable Sale Research
Sales Report
Washington County Sales Report shows number of sales, average price, number of parcels, price ranges, median, minimum, maximum, sale count and parcel count.
Open Sales ReportExport option
The Sales Report includes export CSV, useful for appraisers, title users, market review and valuation evidence.
Comp strategy
Compare tax district, township, school district, sale validity, acreage, improvements, year built, condition and location before calling a sale comparable.
Delinquency Report and Past-Due Tax Clues
Delinquency Report
The Auditor Tools section includes a Delinquency Report. The report shows parcel number, taxpayer, certified year, vacant status and amount.
Open Delinquency ReportUse it as a flag
Use delinquency data to spot risk, then verify exact payoff, interest and penalty with the Treasurer before closing or paying.
Monthly payments
Treasurer FAQ says monthly payments may be possible; contact the office for more information.
GIS, Tax Map, Historical Maps and Legal Description Research
Recorder Records: Deeds, Mortgages and Legal Documents
Recorder role
The Recorder makes a complete, accurate and permanent record of documents pertaining to conveyance and encumbrance of land.
Online search
Washington County Recorder search supports quick search and advanced search for grantor/grantee, subdivision, document type or document number.
Copy fee
Recorder FAQ lists copies made by the public at $2.00 per page and assisted copies at $2.00.
Turnaround
Recorder FAQ lists document turnaround time as three days.
Tract indexing
Recorder FAQ says the county has tract/geographical indexing.
Postage rule
Recorder FAQ says a self-addressed stamped envelope/postage is required or postage will be charged.
Conveyance, Transfer Fee and Deed Workflow
CAUV Farmland and Agricultural Districts
What CAUV means
CAUV stands for Current Agricultural Use Value. Active farms may qualify for a reduction in value.
Acreage clue
Auditor FAQ says you must have crops, animals and/or commercial timber on at least 10 acres.
Filing fee
The Auditor FAQ lists a one-time $25 filing fee for CAUV.
Annual renewal
CAUV application must be renewed every year. Failure to renew causes loss of value reduction and recoupment of previous three years’ tax savings.
Ag District
An agricultural district is a farm protection program; land must be in CAUV and application is filed every five years, with no filing fee.
Forms
DTE 109 and DTE 109A appear on the Washington County Auditor forms page for CAUV initial and renewal applications.
Homestead, Disabled Veteran and Owner-Occupancy Reductions
Homestead
Washington County states Ohio Homestead lets qualifying seniors and permanently disabled Ohioans reduce property taxes by exempting $25,000 of the home’s market value.
Disabled veterans
Disabled veteran Homestead can reduce property taxes by exempting $50,000 of the home’s market value.
Apply by Dec. 31
Homestead FAQ says prior and current year applications are accepted until December 31 each year.
Owner occupancy
Owner Occupancy Tax Reduction is available to taxpayers who own and occupy their home as their primary residence.
Parcel limit
Owner Occupancy applies to the home parcel; if property is larger than one acre, the reduction applies only to one acre plus the home.
No application cost
Washington County lists no cost to apply for Owner Occupancy Tax Reduction.
Manufactured Homes: Registration, Transfer and Relocation
Register within 30 days
All manufactured/mobile homes must be registered within 30 days of placement in Washington County.
Fine risk
Failure to register may result in a $100 fine.
Relocation permit
A relocation notice is required to move a manufactured/mobile home on Ohio public roads; all taxes plus a $5 fee must be paid before issuance.
Title transfer
After conveyance and transfer fees are paid to the Auditor, notarized title is delivered to the Clerk of Courts title division for new title issuance.
Washington County Auditor Forms People Commonly Need
Property transfer
DTE 100, DTE 100(EX), DTE 101, DTE 102 and manufactured-home conveyance forms appear on the forms page.
Homestead
DTE 105A, 105B, 105C, 105E, 105G, 105H, 105I and related Homestead forms are listed.
CAUV
DTE 109, DTE 109A, DTE 110, DTE 111 and DTE 112 are listed for agricultural-use valuation workflows.
Value complaints
DTE Form 1, DTE Form 1M and DTE Form 2 are listed for valuation and assessment complaints.
Damaged property
DTE Form 26 is listed for valuation deduction for destroyed or damaged real property.
Tax parcels
Forms include Tax Parcels Combination Request and Surveyor’s Certificate.
Quick Washington County Conveyance Fee Planner
This calculator uses Washington County’s listed conveyance fee of $0.40 per $100, equal to $4 per $1,000, plus the $0.50 per parcel transfer fee. It is for planning only.
Washington County Auditor Office Map
The Auditor, Treasurer, Recorder and Tax Map offices are tied to the Washington County Courthouse area at 205 Putnam Street in Marietta. Confirm the correct office or extension before visiting.
Bring for Auditor help
Parcel number, owner name, address, valuation notice, property photos, sale evidence and any incorrect property-card details.
Bring for tax payment
Original tax bill, parcel number, payment method and proof of prior payment if discussing penalties or missing payments.
Bring for Recorder/Tax Map
Book/page, instrument number, legal description, deed draft, survey reference, parcel count and transfer forms.
Official Washington County Links for Final Action
Washington County Ohio Auditor Property Search FAQ
Where do I search Washington County Ohio property records?
Use the official Washington County Auditor property search at auditorwashingtoncountyohio.gov/Search. It supports parcel, owner, address and advanced search criteria.
Who is the Washington County Ohio Auditor?
The official Auditor website lists Matthew Livengood as Washington County Auditor.
What is the Washington County Auditor phone number?
The Auditor’s main phone number is 740-373-6623. Property appraisal value is extension 2141 and real estate transfers are extension 2124.
Where is the Washington County Auditor located?
The Auditor office is listed at 205 Putnam Street, Marietta, OH 45750.
When are 2025 real estate and 2026 mobile home taxes due?
The Treasurer FAQ lists first half due March 13, 2026 and second half due August 14, 2026.
What are Washington County online tax payment fees?
Online credit/debit cards are charged 2.4% with a $2 minimum. Online e-checks are charged a $1 flat fee.
What is the Washington County conveyance fee?
The Auditor FAQ says the conveyance fee is $0.40 per $100, which equals $4 per $1,000. A $100,000 sale would have a $400 fee.
What is the Washington County transfer fee?
The Recorder FAQ lists the County Auditor transfer fee as $0.50 per parcel.
Can GIS maps be used as official survey plats?
No. The Tax Map page says GIS and hard-copy plat maps are representative drawings for tax purposes only and are not official records or survey plats.
Where do I find Washington County deed records?
Use the Washington County Recorder search at washington.oh.publicsearch.us or the Recorder office page. Recorder records cover deeds, mortgages and other land documents.
What is CAUV in Washington County?
CAUV stands for Current Agricultural Use Value. Active farms may qualify for value reduction, with a one-time $25 filing fee and yearly renewal requirement.
How do I challenge my Washington County property value?
If the appraisal card is correct but you still think value is wrong, file with the Board of Revision by March 31 and present evidence such as an appraisal report or current comparable sales.
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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.
Annual Tax Bill Estimator
OHIOApplies Ohio's 35% assessment ratio plus your county's effective millage tier — the actual math your auditor uses.
Homestead Reduction Calculator
DTE 105A2026 Ohio Homestead: $29,000 general or $58,000 enhanced (100% disabled vet, KIA spouse). OAGI under $41,000 required for non-veteran applicants.
Owner-Occupancy & Non-Business Credits
DTE 105CEvery 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.
Conveyance Fee Calculator
ORC 322When 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.
CAUV Agricultural Savings
DTE 109Ohio's Current Agricultural Use Value cuts taxable value dramatically for farmland (10+ acres, or smaller with $2,500+ annual gross income).
Mill Rate Converter
Ohio tax rates appear three ways on auditor sites: mills, percent, or dollars per $1,000. Convert between them instantly.
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.
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.
BOR Appeal Savings
DTE 1A successful Board of Revision complaint typically cuts your value 10–20%. Filing is free and stays in effect until the next reappraisal.
BOR Deadline Countdown
MAR 31Ohio'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.
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:
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.