Kent County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor
Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Kent County, Rhode Island.
Kent County Assessor's Office Information
Kent County Appraisal & Assessment Office, East Greenwich, RI 44001
Get Driving Directions ↗Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)
Closed on state & federal holidays.
(401) 651-3393
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Kent County Property Tax Calculator
Estimated using Kent County's effective tax rate of 1.33% (Assessment ratio: 100%)
Appealing Your Kent County Assessment
Within 90 days from the date the first tax payment is due.
Under Rhode Island property tax law, property owners in Kent 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 Kent 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 Local Assessment Board of Review before the statutory deadline.
Was Your Kent 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.
Kent County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief
Homeowners in Kent County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:
Cities like Providence and Central Falls offer residential homestead exemptions reducing property tax bills by up to 40%.
Local tax exemptions for seniors 65+ and veterans varying by municipality ($5,000 to $25,000 assessment deductions).
Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Kent County?
While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Kent County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Kent County Property Appraiser office located?
The official Kent County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Kent County Appraisal & Assessment Office, East Greenwich, RI 44001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (401) 651-3393.
What is the property tax rate in Kent County, RI?
The average effective property tax rate in Kent County is approximately 1.33%. For a home with the median county market value of $413.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $5493 per year.
How do I search for a property or parcel in Kent County?
You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Kent County parcel search portal: https://www.ri.gov/towns//assessor/parcel-search.
When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Kent County?
Property valuation protests and appeals in Kent County must be submitted by: Within 90 days from the date the first tax payment is due. Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the Local Assessment Board of Review.
How does the Homestead Exemption work in Kent County?
Cities like Providence and Central Falls offer residential homestead exemptions reducing property tax bills by up to 40%. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (Local tax exemptions for seniors 65+ and veterans varying by municipality ($5,000 to $25,000 assessment deductions).).
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