Santa Rosa County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor
Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Santa Rosa County, Florida.
Santa Rosa County Property Appraiser Information
Santa Rosa County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Milton, FL 12001
Get Driving Directions ↗Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)
Closed on state & federal holidays.
(850) 321-2703
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Santa Rosa County Property Tax Calculator
Estimated using Santa Rosa County's effective tax rate of 0.93% (Assessment ratio: 100%)
Appealing Your Santa Rosa County Assessment
Within 25 days after the mailing of the Notice of Proposed Property Taxes (TRIM Notice) - typically mid-September.
Under Florida property tax law, property owners in Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa County Property Appraiser 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 Value Adjustment Board (VAB) before the statutory deadline.
Was Your Santa Rosa 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.
Santa Rosa County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief
Homeowners in Santa Rosa County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:
Up to $50,000 exemption from assessed value ($25,000 general plus up to $25,000 non-school for value over $50,000). Save Our Homes (SOH) constitutional amendment caps annual assessment increases at 3% or CPI (whichever is lower).
Additional $50,000 senior exemption for low-income seniors 65+. 100% total tax exemption for permanently and totally disabled veterans.
Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Santa Rosa County?
While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Santa Rosa County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Santa Rosa County Property Appraiser office located?
The official Santa Rosa County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Santa Rosa County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Milton, FL 12001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (850) 321-2703.
What is the property tax rate in Santa Rosa County, FL?
The average effective property tax rate in Santa Rosa County is approximately 0.93%. For a home with the median county market value of $390.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $3627 per year.
How do I search for a property or parcel in Santa Rosa County?
You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Santa Rosa County parcel search portal: https://qpublic.schneidercorp.com/Application.aspx?AppID=1&LayerID=1.
When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Santa Rosa County?
Property valuation protests and appeals in Santa Rosa County must be submitted by: Within 25 days after the mailing of the Notice of Proposed Property Taxes (TRIM Notice) - typically mid-September. Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the County Value Adjustment Board (VAB).
How does the Homestead Exemption work in Santa Rosa County?
Up to $50,000 exemption from assessed value ($25,000 general plus up to $25,000 non-school for value over $50,000). Save Our Homes (SOH) constitutional amendment caps annual assessment increases at 3% or CPI (whichever is lower). Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (Additional $50,000 senior exemption for low-income seniors 65+. 100% total tax exemption for permanently and totally disabled veterans.).
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