Labette County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor
Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Labette County, Kansas.
Labette County Assessor's Office Information
Labette County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Oswego, KS 20001
Get Driving Directions ↗Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)
Closed on state & federal holidays.
(785) 283-1069
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Estimated using Labette County's effective tax rate of 1.23% (Assessment ratio: 11.5%)
Appealing Your Labette County Assessment
Within 30 days of the date the valuation notice was mailed (typically late March).
Under Kansas property tax law, property owners in Labette 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 Labette 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 Kansas Board of Tax Appeals (BOTA) before the statutory deadline.
Was Your Labette 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.
Labette County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief
Homeowners in Labette County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:
First $42,000 of appraised valuation of residential property is exempt from the statewide 20-mill school levy.
SAFESR (Kansas Property Tax Relief for Low-Income Seniors) refunds property taxes for seniors 65+ with income under $23,700.
Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Labette County?
While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Labette County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Labette County Property Appraiser office located?
The official Labette County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Labette County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Oswego, 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) 283-1069.
What is the property tax rate in Labette County, KS?
The average effective property tax rate in Labette 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 Labette County?
You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Labette County parcel search portal: https://www.kansascounties.org//assessor/parcel-search.
When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Labette County?
Property valuation protests and appeals in Labette 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 Labette 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.).