St. Martin Parish Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor
Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for St. Martin Parish, Louisiana.
St. Martin Parish Assessor's Office Information
St. Martin Parish Appraisal & Assessment Office, St. Martinville, LA 22001
Get Driving Directions ↗Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)
Closed on state & federal holidays.
(225) 683-9669
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St. Martin Parish Property Tax Calculator
Estimated using St. Martin Parish's effective tax rate of 0.55% (Assessment ratio: 10%)
Appealing Your St. Martin Parish Assessment
During the 15-day public exposure window in August/September.
Under Louisiana property tax law, property owners in St. Martin Parish 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 St. Martin Parish 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 Parish Board of Review & Louisiana Tax Commission before the statutory deadline.
Was Your St. Martin Parish 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.
St. Martin Parish Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief
Homeowners in St. Martin Parish who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:
Constitutional Homestead Exemption exempts the first $75,000 of fair market value ($7,500 of assessed value) from all state and parish property taxes.
Special assessment freeze on assessed value for seniors 65+ with adjusted gross income under $100,000. Complete exemption for 100% disabled veterans.
Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for St. Martin Parish?
While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in St. Martin Parish are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the St. Martin Parish Property Appraiser office located?
The official St. Martin Parish property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at St. Martin Parish Appraisal & Assessment Office, St. Martinville, LA 22001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (225) 683-9669.
What is the property tax rate in St. Martin Parish, LA?
The average effective property tax rate in St. Martin Parish is approximately 0.55%. For a home with the median county market value of $195.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $1072 per year.
How do I search for a property or parcel in St. Martin Parish?
You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official St. Martin Parish parcel search portal: https://www.lpgov.org//assessor/parcel-search.
When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in St. Martin Parish?
Property valuation protests and appeals in St. Martin Parish must be submitted by: During the 15-day public exposure window in August/September. Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the Parish Board of Review & Louisiana Tax Commission.
How does the Homestead Exemption work in St. Martin Parish?
Constitutional Homestead Exemption exempts the first $75,000 of fair market value ($7,500 of assessed value) from all state and parish property taxes. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (Special assessment freeze on assessed value for seniors 65+ with adjusted gross income under $100,000. Complete exemption for 100% disabled veterans.).
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