Bent County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor
Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Bent County, Colorado.
Bent County Assessor's Office Information
Bent County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Las Animas, CO 08001
Get Driving Directions ↗Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)
Closed on state & federal holidays.
(303) 587-9041
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Bent County Property Tax Calculator
Estimated using Bent County's effective tax rate of 0.47% (Assessment ratio: 6.7%)
Appealing Your Bent County Assessment
June 8 for real property appeals to the County Assessor.
Under Colorado property tax law, property owners in Bent 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 Bent 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 Board of Equalization (CBOE) before the statutory deadline.
Was Your Bent 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.
Bent County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief
Homeowners in Bent County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:
Senior Homestead Exemption exempts 50% of the first $200,000 in actual value for qualifying seniors 65+ who have owned their home for 10+ years.
Disabled veterans with 100% permanent service-connected disability receive 50% exemption of the first $200,000 of primary home value.
Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Bent County?
While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Bent County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Bent County Property Appraiser office located?
The official Bent County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Bent County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Las Animas, CO 08001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (303) 587-9041.
What is the property tax rate in Bent County, CO?
The average effective property tax rate in Bent County is approximately 0.47%. For a home with the median county market value of $445.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $2091 per year.
How do I search for a property or parcel in Bent County?
You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Bent County parcel search portal: https://bentcounty.gov/assessor/parcel-search.
When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Bent County?
Property valuation protests and appeals in Bent County must be submitted by: June 8 for real property appeals to the County Assessor. Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the County Board of Equalization (CBOE).
How does the Homestead Exemption work in Bent County?
Senior Homestead Exemption exempts 50% of the first $200,000 in actual value for qualifying seniors 65+ who have owned their home for 10+ years. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (Disabled veterans with 100% permanent service-connected disability receive 50% exemption of the first $200,000 of primary home value.).
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