Washington County Parcel Search: Property Records & GIS Maps

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Washington County, Alabama · Parcel Records · GIS · Property Tax

Search a Washington County Parcel, Property Value and GIS Map

For property in Washington County, Alabama, start with the Revenue Commissioner’s official property-search system. It lets you search by name, PIN, parcel, account, subdivision or address. When you need to see where the land sits, switch to the county’s Public GIS map.

This distinction matters. The property system is better for assessment and tax information, while GIS is better for locating land and comparing neighboring parcels. If you need a deed or other recorded ownership document, use the Washington County Probate Office instead.

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Washington County parcel search: choose your task

Jump directly to what you need.

Quick answer

Need a parcel record?Use the Washington County property-search portal.
Need a map?Use the Washington County Public GIS Website.
Need the property’s value?Review the appraisal and assessment data associated with the parcel.
Need the amount owed?Use the property-tax portal and verify the applicable tax year.
Need a deed?Use the Washington County Probate Office online records search.
Need help with mapping?Call the Revenue Commissioner’s Mapping Room at 251-847-3886.
Local office: Mary Ann Dees is the Washington County Revenue Commissioner. The office assesses taxable property and collects ad valorem property taxes for the county.

How to use the Washington County GIS parcel map

Washington County provides a Public GIS Website through AlabamaGIS and Flagship GIS. The index offers separate access for desktop computers and mobile devices.

Open the Washington County Public GIS index.Choose the desktop map when using a computer or the mobile map when working from a phone.
Search the parcel.Use the property identifier or available address information from the tax record.
Confirm the tract visually.Compare roads, nearby parcels and the general shape of the property.
Use GIS as a cross-check.If the mapped property does not make sense, return to the assessment record and verify that you copied the correct identifier.
Use a survey for legal boundaries.Do not measure a fence line, easement or purchase boundary solely from the public GIS screen.
Open Washington County Public GIS
Map limitation: Alabama tax maps are designed to locate and identify property for assessment. They are useful research tools, but they do not replace a professional boundary survey or recorded legal description.

What a Washington County parcel record can tell you

Record item
Why it matters
What to verify
Parcel number
Identifies the tax parcel.
Save it before moving between property and GIS systems.
PIN / account
Additional identifiers can help retrieve the correct account.
Do not assume PIN, parcel and account numbers are the same identifier.
Owner or taxpayer
Shows the name associated with the tax assessment.
Use Probate records for recorded legal ownership.
Property address
Helps locate improved property.
Rural acreage may not have a useful situs address.
Land information
Acreage and use affect valuation.
Compare disputed acreage with deeds or surveys.
Improvement data
Buildings contribute to taxable value.
Check whether structures and characteristics are accurate.
Appraised value
Represents the underlying valuation used for assessment.
Do not confuse it with assessed value or tax due.
Assessed value
Alabama’s assessment percentage is applied to the property value.
Check the correct property class.

Understanding Alabama parcel numbers in Washington County

Alabama uses a uniform numerical parcel-numbering framework to connect property with its ownership map. The number can encode geographic and map information such as section, quarter section, block and individual parcel.

If part of an existing tract is sold, Alabama’s mapping rules allow a decimal identifier to be added to the original parcel number for the newly created split.

Best practice: copy the parcel number from the Washington County record rather than trying to build it yourself from a legal description. The parcel ID is an administrative mapping identifier, not a substitute for the deed description.

Appraised value, assessed value and tax due are three different numbers

The Revenue Commissioner determines the taxable appraisal information for property in Washington County. Alabama then applies the statutory assessment percentage for the property’s classification.

Appraised or Applicable Value × Assessment Percentage = True Assessed Value
Example: a qualifying owner-occupied Class III home with a $200,000 appraised value would have a basic true assessed value of $20,000 before homestead exemptions, the statewide assessed-value cap and local millage are considered.

Alabama assessment classes used in Washington County

Class
Property type
Assessment percentage
Class I
Utility property used in the utility business
30%
Class II
Property not otherwise classified, including much commercial and business property
20%
Class III
Agricultural, forest and qualifying owner-occupied residential real property
10%
Class IV
Qualifying privately owned passenger vehicles and pickup trucks
15%
Do not automatically use 10% for every house. Class III residential treatment is tied to qualifying owner-occupied property. Non-owner-occupied or other real estate can be classified differently.

Washington County’s local millage depends on where the parcel is located

The Revenue Commissioner’s current FAQ lists a Washington County rate of 30 mills for property outside incorporated areas and 35 mills inside the city limits of Chatom, Millry and McIntosh.

Property location
Rate listed by Washington County
Decimal equivalent
Outside listed city limits
30 mills
0.030
Chatom city limits
35 mills
0.035
Millry city limits
35 mills
0.035
McIntosh city limits
35 mills
0.035
Verify the parcel’s tax district before calculating. An address can use a city mailing name without necessarily being inside the municipal taxing boundary.

How to estimate Washington County property tax

Washington County provides its own property-tax calculator. It asks for appraised value, property classification, tax district and any applicable homestead exemption.

Appraised Value × Assessment Ratio × Millage − Applicable Exemption = Estimated Tax

Simple owner-occupied example outside a city

  1. Appraised value: $200,000
  2. Class III assessment ratio: 10%
  3. True assessed value: $20,000
  4. Illustrative county-listed rate outside the cities: 30 mills / 0.030
  5. $20,000 × 0.030 = $600 before applicable homestead or other adjustments
This example is not an official payoff amount. Use the live property account for the actual amount due because exemptions, statutory caps, fees, prior balances and property-specific factors can change the bill.
Official Washington County Tax Calculator
Check Property Account
Tax dates: Washington County states that property taxes are due October 1 and become delinquent after December 31. Unpaid property tax is subject to penalties and interest after the deadline.

Alabama’s 7% taxable assessed-value cap can affect Washington County parcels

Alabama’s Act 2024-344 added a limit on annual increases in the taxable assessed value of eligible Class II and Class III real property. When the cap applies, the taxable assessed value generally cannot increase by more than 7% from the previous year’s taxable assessed value.

The appraisal can rise by more than 7%The cap does not prevent the county from appraising the property at fair market or applicable current-use value.
The taxable value is the limited figureThe law compares true assessed value with the capped amount and uses the lower qualifying taxable assessed value.
Ownership changes can matterSome transfers and newly assessed parcels are excluded from the cap for a tax year.
New improvements can matterNewly added improvements can fall within statutory exclusions from the cap.
What to look for: if a county record displays a true assessed value that is higher than the taxable assessed value, the statewide cap may be one reason. Contact the Mapping/Appraisal office if the record does not make the adjustment clear.
Alabama 7% Cap Guidance

Washington County homestead exemptions

A homestead applies to a qualifying owner-occupied primary residence and adjoining land up to the Alabama statutory limit of 160 acres. The Revenue Commissioner explains that an owner cannot claim homestead on more than one home and that vacant property does not qualify.

H-1Standard homestead treatment for qualifying homeowners under age 65 who are not disabled.
H-2Enhanced treatment may apply to qualifying older homeowners or certain permanently disabled homeowners under the applicable income rules.
H-3Can provide broad ad valorem tax relief to qualifying homeowners age 65 or older meeting the federal taxable-income test, or qualifying permanently and totally disabled homeowners.
H-4Applies to qualifying homeowners age 65 or older who do not meet the lower-income test for H-3 but remain eligible for the applicable senior treatment.
Income thresholds and documentation can change. Use the current Alabama Department of Revenue guidance and confirm your category with the Washington County Revenue Commissioner’s Office before relying on an older exemption notice.
Washington County Exemption Information
Current Alabama Homestead Rules

What to do if a Washington County property value looks wrong

First determine whether the problem is a factual error or a valuation disagreement. A wrong acreage, missing building change or classification issue should be raised with the appraisal staff before assuming the entire market-value conclusion is wrong.

Review the official parcel record.Check land, improvements, classification and value information.
Call the Mapping/Appraisal office.Washington County lists 251-847-3886 for the Mapping Room / appraisal function.
Gather evidence.Useful material can include an appraisal, recent relevant sales, photographs, measurements or documentation of condition problems.
Read the valuation notice immediately.Alabama generally gives taxpayers 30 days after receiving written notice of valuation to file a protest with the County Board of Equalization.
File within the stated deadline.Do not wait for the later tax-payment deadline to begin an assessment challenge.
A recent Alabama state audit confirms that Washington County’s Revenue Commissioner is responsible for annual real-estate assessment and that the county Board of Equalization reviews disputed assessments under Alabama law.
Alabama Assessment Appeal Guidance

Use the Probate Office when you need recorded ownership documents

The Revenue Commissioner’s record is designed for assessment and taxation. If you need the deed, mortgage or another recorded real-estate instrument, use the Washington County Probate Office’s online records service.

Question
Best resource
Who is associated with the tax parcel?
Revenue Commissioner property search
What is the parcel’s appraised value?
Revenue Commissioner property record
Where is the land?
Washington County Public GIS
What deed was recorded?
Washington County Probate Office records
What is the exact boundary?
Recorded documents plus a professional survey
Washington County Probate Office

Common Washington County parcel-search problems

Owner search returns too many resultsUse the portal’s last-name matching options or switch to Parcel, PIN, Account or Address.
Address does not find rural landUse the parcel number or GIS map instead of relying on a situs address.
Recent deed has a different ownerTax and recorded-document systems may update on different schedules. Verify the deed through Probate.
Parcel was splitAlabama’s numbering rules can add a decimal identifier to a parcel created from an existing tract.
GIS boundary looks shiftedAerial imagery and tax-parcel layers can differ. Do not use the map as a survey.
Tax is higher inside a municipalityWashington County currently lists 35 mills in Chatom, Millry and McIntosh compared with 30 mills outside those city limits.
Assessed values do not matchCheck whether you are comparing appraised, true assessed and taxable assessed values.
Online payment is unavailableThe property portal can temporarily disable payments. You can still research the account and contact Collections at 251-847-2915 for current payment options.

Washington County Revenue Commissioner contact information

Revenue CommissionerMary Ann Dees
Physical address45 Court Street, Chatom, AL 36518
Mailing addressP.O. Box 847, Chatom, AL 36518
Collections251-847-2915
Mapping / Appraisal251-847-3886
Mobile Home251-847-2780
Fax251-847-3944
HoursMonday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Have this information ready before calling

  • Parcel number or PIN, if known
  • Property address or location
  • Owner/taxpayer name
  • Tax year
  • Specific appraisal, GIS or payment question
  • Deed information if ownership recently changed
Official Revenue Commissioner Website
Office-location note: the current Revenue Commissioner website lists 45 Court Street in Chatom. An older AlabamaGIS landing page displays a different street number, so use the Revenue Commissioner’s current contact page when planning an office visit.

Washington County parcel search FAQs

1. Where can I search Washington County, Alabama property records?

Use the official Washington County property-search portal at washingtonproperty.countygovservices.com. It allows searches by name, PIN, company, parcel, account, subdivision and address.

2. Does Washington County have a GIS parcel map?

Yes. Washington County provides a Public GIS Website through AlabamaGIS and Flagship GIS with desktop and mobile map access.

3. Who is the Washington County Revenue Commissioner?

Mary Ann Dees is currently listed as the Washington County Revenue Commissioner.

4. What is the Washington County Mapping Room phone number?

The Revenue Commissioner lists 251-847-3886 for the Mapping Room and appraisal-related property questions.

5. What is the assessment rate for an owner-occupied Washington County home?

A qualifying owner-occupied single-family residence is generally Class III property under Alabama law and is assessed at 10% of its applicable value.

6. What is the Washington County property-tax millage rate?

The Revenue Commissioner’s current FAQ lists 30 mills outside the listed cities and 35 mills inside the city limits of Chatom, Millry and McIntosh. Verify the actual tax district for the parcel before calculating.

7. When are Washington County property taxes due?

Property taxes are due October 1 and become delinquent after December 31 of the same year. Penalty and interest can apply after the deadline.

8. Can I search Washington County parcels by owner name?

Yes. The official property-search portal supports owner-name searching and offers last-name matching options including exact-style matching, starts with and contains.

9. How long do I have to appeal a Washington County property value?

Alabama generally gives property owners 30 days after receiving written notice of valuation to file a written protest with the County Board of Equalization. Use the deadline shown on your actual notice.

10. Can I use the Washington County GIS map as a legal survey?

No. The GIS map is useful for parcel identification and general location, but exact legal boundaries should be verified through deeds, other primary records and a professional survey.

Official Washington County and Alabama resources

Independent information notice: This page is not operated by Washington County, the Washington County Revenue Commissioner, Washington County Probate Office, AlabamaGIS or the Alabama Department of Revenue. Property values, ownership displays, GIS layers, millage, tax balances, exemptions and appeal deadlines can change. Verify the live government record before making a payment, filing an appeal, buying property or relying on boundary information.

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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