Putnam County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor
Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Putnam County, Missouri.
Putnam County Assessor's Office Information
Putnam County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Unionville, MO 29001
Get Driving Directions ↗Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)
Closed on state & federal holidays.
(573) 507-6401
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Putnam County Property Tax Calculator
Estimated using Putnam County's effective tax rate of 0.88% (Assessment ratio: 19%)
Appealing Your Putnam County Assessment
Second Monday in July to the County Board of Equalization.
Under Missouri property tax law, property owners in Putnam 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 Putnam 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 Equalization (BOE) & State Tax Commission before the statutory deadline.
Was Your Putnam 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.
Putnam County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief
Homeowners in Putnam County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:
Hancock Amendment caps municipal revenue growth. New Senate Bill 190 allows counties to freeze property tax values for eligible seniors.
Missouri Property Tax Credit (Circuit Breaker) pays up to $1,100 for seniors 65+ and disabled individuals. 100% service-connected disabled veterans exempt from all real property tax.
Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Putnam County?
While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Putnam County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Putnam County Property Appraiser office located?
The official Putnam County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Putnam County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Unionville, MO 29001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (573) 507-6401.
What is the property tax rate in Putnam County, MO?
The average effective property tax rate in Putnam County is approximately 0.88%. For a home with the median county market value of $185.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $1628 per year.
How do I search for a property or parcel in Putnam County?
You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Putnam County parcel search portal: https://putnamcountymo.gov/assessor/parcel-search.
When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Putnam County?
Property valuation protests and appeals in Putnam County must be submitted by: Second Monday in July to the County Board of Equalization. Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the County Board of Equalization (BOE) & State Tax Commission.
How does the Homestead Exemption work in Putnam County?
Hancock Amendment caps municipal revenue growth. New Senate Bill 190 allows counties to freeze property tax values for eligible seniors. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (Missouri Property Tax Credit (Circuit Breaker) pays up to $1,100 for seniors 65+ and disabled individuals. 100% service-connected disabled veterans exempt from all real property tax.).
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