Kent County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor
Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Kent County, Delaware.
Kent County Assessor's Office Information
Kent County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Dover, DE 10001
Get Driving Directions ↗Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)
Closed on state & federal holidays.
(302) 817-8431
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Estimated using Kent County's effective tax rate of 0.59% (Assessment ratio: 100%)
Appealing Your Kent County Assessment
March 15 in New Castle and Kent; February 15 in Sussex County.
Under Delaware property tax law, property owners in Kent 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 Kent 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 Assessment Review before the statutory deadline.
Was Your Kent 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.
Kent County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief
Homeowners in Kent County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:
Senior School Property Tax Relief credit provides up to $500 reduction against school district property taxes for homeowners 65+.
100% permanent service-connected disabled veterans receive complete exemption from county and school taxes.
Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Kent County?
While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Kent County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Kent County Property Appraiser office located?
The official Kent County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Kent County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Dover, DE 10001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (302) 817-8431.
What is the property tax rate in Kent County, DE?
The average effective property tax rate in Kent County is approximately 0.59%. For a home with the median county market value of $341.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $2012 per year.
How do I search for a property or parcel in Kent County?
You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Kent County parcel search portal: https://kentcountyde.gov/assessor/parcel-search.
When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Kent County?
Property valuation protests and appeals in Kent County must be submitted by: March 15 in New Castle and Kent; February 15 in Sussex County. Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the County Board of Assessment Review.
How does the Homestead Exemption work in Kent County?
Senior School Property Tax Relief credit provides up to $500 reduction against school district property taxes for homeowners 65+. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (100% permanent service-connected disabled veterans receive complete exemption from county and school taxes.).
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