Prairie County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor
Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Prairie County, Arkansas.
Prairie County Assessor's Office Information
Prairie County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Des Arc, AR 05001
Get Driving Directions ↗Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)
Closed on state & federal holidays.
(501) 389-8327
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Prairie County Property Tax Calculator
Estimated using Prairie County's effective tax rate of 0.57% (Assessment ratio: 20%)
Appealing Your Prairie County Assessment
August 1 of each tax year or within 10 days of receiving reassessment notice.
Under Arkansas property tax law, property owners in Prairie County have the legal right to challenge an assessed valuation that exceeds fair market value, is unequally appraised compared to neighboring properties, or contains clerical errors.
Contact the Prairie County Assessor's Office to review your property record card, verify square footage, and present recent comparable sales (comps).
If informal review does not resolve the valuation, file a written notice of appeal with the County Equalization Board before the statutory deadline.
Was Your Prairie County Home Over-Assessed This Year?
Studies show up to 30% to 60% of US residential properties are overvalued by automated municipal algorithms. Protesting your assessment before the statutory deadline can lower your tax bill by an average of $1,100/year.
Prairie County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief
Homeowners in Prairie County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:
Arkansas Amendment 79 provides a $375 state homestead property tax credit. Limits assessment increases to 5% annually on homesteads.
Assessment freeze for seniors 65+ and disabled homeowners. 100% service-connected disabled veterans are exempt from all personal and real property taxes.
Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Prairie County?
While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Prairie County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Prairie County Property Appraiser office located?
The official Prairie County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Prairie County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Des Arc, AR 05001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (501) 389-8327.
What is the property tax rate in Prairie County, AR?
The average effective property tax rate in Prairie County is approximately 0.57%. For a home with the median county market value of $144.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $821 per year.
How do I search for a property or parcel in Prairie County?
You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Prairie County parcel search portal: https://prairiecountyar.gov/assessor/parcel-search.
When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Prairie County?
Property valuation protests and appeals in Prairie County must be submitted by: August 1 of each tax year or within 10 days of receiving reassessment notice. Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the County Equalization Board.
How does the Homestead Exemption work in Prairie County?
Arkansas Amendment 79 provides a $375 state homestead property tax credit. Limits assessment increases to 5% annually on homesteads. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (Assessment freeze for seniors 65+ and disabled homeowners. 100% service-connected disabled veterans are exempt from all personal and real property taxes.).
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