St. Francois County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor
Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for St. Francois County, Missouri.
St. Francois County Assessor's Office Information
St. Francois County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Farmington, MO 29001
Get Driving Directions ↗Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)
Closed on state & federal holidays.
(573) 779-6897
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St. Francois County Property Tax Calculator
Estimated using St. Francois County's effective tax rate of 0.96% (Assessment ratio: 19%)
Appealing Your St. Francois County Assessment
Second Monday in July to the County Board of Equalization.
Under Missouri property tax law, property owners in St. Francois 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 St. Francois 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 St. Francois 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.
St. Francois County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief
Homeowners in St. Francois 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 St. Francois County?
While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in St. Francois County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the St. Francois County Property Appraiser office located?
The official St. Francois County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at St. Francois County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Farmington, 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) 779-6897.
What is the property tax rate in St. Francois County, MO?
The average effective property tax rate in St. Francois County is approximately 0.96%. For a home with the median county market value of $218.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $2093 per year.
How do I search for a property or parcel in St. Francois County?
You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official St. Francois County parcel search portal: https://stfrancoiscounty.gov/assessor/parcel-search.
When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in St. Francois County?
Property valuation protests and appeals in St. Francois 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 St. Francois 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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