FIPS: 20063 • Seat: Gove

Gove County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor

Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Gove County, Kansas.

Tax Rate 1.23% Effective Rate
Median Home $157k Census ACS Value
Annual Tax $1931 Estimated Median
Assessment Ratio 11.5% Statutory Level

Gove County Assessor's Office Information

Physical Address

Gove County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Gove, KS 20001

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Operating Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)

Closed on state & federal holidays.

Telephone / Contact

(785) 371-8853

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Gove County Property Tax Calculator

Estimated using Gove County's effective tax rate of 1.23% (Assessment ratio: 11.5%)

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* Estimates do not account for local municipal surcharges, special district levies (MUD / ISD), or individual homestead exemption deductions.
Estimated Annual Tax
$222
per year
Monthly Escrow $19/mo
Assessed Value $18.055
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Appealing Your Gove County Assessment

Statutory Protest Deadline:

Within 30 days of the date the valuation notice was mailed (typically late March).

Under Kansas property tax law, property owners in Gove 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.

Step 1: Informal Review

Contact the Gove County Assessor's Office to review your property record card, verify square footage, and present recent comparable sales (comps).

Step 2: Formal Hearing

If informal review does not resolve the valuation, file a written notice of appeal with the Kansas Board of Tax Appeals (BOTA) before the statutory deadline.

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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.

⏰ Key Deadline: Within 30 days of the date the valuation notice was mailed (typically late March).

Gove County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief

Homeowners in Gove 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:

First $42,000 of appraised valuation of residential property is exempt from the statewide 20-mill school levy.

Seniors & Disabled Veterans:

SAFESR (Kansas Property Tax Relief for Low-Income Seniors) refunds property taxes for seniors 65+ with income under $23,700.

Public Records & Deeds Official Recording Partner

Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Gove County?

While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Gove County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Gove County Property Appraiser office located?

The official Gove County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Gove County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Gove, KS 20001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (785) 371-8853.

What is the property tax rate in Gove County, KS?

The average effective property tax rate in Gove County is approximately 1.23%. For a home with the median county market value of $157.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $1931 per year.

How do I search for a property or parcel in Gove County?

You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Gove County parcel search portal: https://govecountyks.gov/assessor/parcel-search.

When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Gove County?

Property valuation protests and appeals in Gove County must be submitted by: Within 30 days of the date the valuation notice was mailed (typically late March). Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the Kansas Board of Tax Appeals (BOTA).

How does the Homestead Exemption work in Gove County?

First $42,000 of appraised valuation of residential property is exempt from the statewide 20-mill school levy. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (SAFESR (Kansas Property Tax Relief for Low-Income Seniors) refunds property taxes for seniors 65+ with income under $23,700.).

Adjacent & Neighboring County Appraisers

County Overview

County Seat: Gove
Population (2023): 2735
Land Area: 1072 sq mi
Tax Assessor Ratio: 11.5%
State Agency: Kansas Dept of Revenue
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