Brown County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor
Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Brown County, Illinois.
Brown County Assessor's Office Information
Brown County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Mount Sterling, IL 17001
Get Driving Directions ↗Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)
Closed on state & federal holidays.
(217) 253-3179
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Estimated using Brown County's effective tax rate of 1.91% (Assessment ratio: 33.33%)
Appealing Your Brown County Assessment
Within 30 calendar days from the date of the official township/county assessment publication.
Under Illinois property tax law, property owners in Brown 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 Brown 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 Review & Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB) before the statutory deadline.
Was Your Brown 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.
Brown County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief
Homeowners in Brown County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:
General Homestead Exemption reduces equalized assessed value (EAV) by $10,000 in Cook County and $8,000 in all other counties.
Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption ($8,000 in Cook, $5,000 elsewhere) plus Senior Assessment Freeze. 100% property tax exemption for veterans with 70%+ disability.
Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Brown County?
While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Brown County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Brown County Property Appraiser office located?
The official Brown County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Brown County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Mount Sterling, IL 17001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (217) 253-3179.
What is the property tax rate in Brown County, IL?
The average effective property tax rate in Brown County is approximately 1.91%. For a home with the median county market value of $214.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $4087 per year.
How do I search for a property or parcel in Brown County?
You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Brown County parcel search portal: https://browncoil.gov/assessor/parcel-search.
When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Brown County?
Property valuation protests and appeals in Brown County must be submitted by: Within 30 calendar days from the date of the official township/county assessment publication. Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the County Board of Review & Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB).
How does the Homestead Exemption work in Brown County?
General Homestead Exemption reduces equalized assessed value (EAV) by $10,000 in Cook County and $8,000 in all other counties. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption ($8,000 in Cook, $5,000 elsewhere) plus Senior Assessment Freeze. 100% property tax exemption for veterans with 70%+ disability.).
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