Defiance County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor
Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Defiance County, Ohio.
Defiance County County Auditor - Real Estate Division Information
Defiance County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Defiance, OH 39001
Get Driving Directions ↗Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)
Closed on state & federal holidays.
(614) 263-9709
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Defiance County Property Tax Calculator
Estimated using Defiance County's effective tax rate of 1.53% (Assessment ratio: 35%)
Appealing Your Defiance County Assessment
March 31 following the tax year being appealed.
Under Ohio property tax law, property owners in Defiance 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 Defiance County County Auditor - Real Estate Division 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 Revision (BOR) before the statutory deadline.
Was Your Defiance 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.
Defiance County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief
Homeowners in Defiance County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:
Homestead Exemption shields the first $26,200 of market value from taxation for eligible seniors 65+ with income under statutory limits.
Qualifying 100% disabled veterans receive an enhanced $52,300 market value reduction on their homestead.
Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Defiance County?
While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Defiance County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Defiance County Property Appraiser office located?
The official Defiance County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Defiance County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Defiance, OH 39001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (614) 263-9709.
What is the property tax rate in Defiance County, OH?
The average effective property tax rate in Defiance County is approximately 1.53%. For a home with the median county market value of $195.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $2984 per year.
How do I search for a property or parcel in Defiance County?
You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Defiance County parcel search portal: https://cityofdefiance.gov/assessor/parcel-search.
When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Defiance County?
Property valuation protests and appeals in Defiance County must be submitted by: March 31 following the tax year being appealed. Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the County Board of Revision (BOR).
How does the Homestead Exemption work in Defiance County?
Homestead Exemption shields the first $26,200 of market value from taxation for eligible seniors 65+ with income under statutory limits. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (Qualifying 100% disabled veterans receive an enhanced $52,300 market value reduction on their homestead.).