Grainger County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor
Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Grainger County, Tennessee.
Grainger County Assessor's Office Information
Grainger County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Rutledge, TN 47001
Get Driving Directions ↗Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)
Closed on state & federal holidays.
(615) 769-9067
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Grainger County Property Tax Calculator
Estimated using Grainger County's effective tax rate of 0.67% (Assessment ratio: 25%)
Appealing Your Grainger County Assessment
Prior to the adjournment of the County Board of Equalization in June.
Under Tennessee property tax law, property owners in Grainger 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 Grainger 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 & State Board of Equalization (SBOE) before the statutory deadline.
Was Your Grainger 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.
Grainger County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief
Homeowners in Grainger County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:
Property Tax Relief Program pays all or part of property taxes on primary home for low-income seniors, disabled homeowners, and disabled veterans.
Property Tax Freeze Program freezes tax amount for seniors 65+ in participating counties. 100% disabled veterans receive tax relief on first $175,000 of full value.
Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Grainger County?
While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Grainger County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Grainger County Property Appraiser office located?
The official Grainger County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Grainger County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Rutledge, TN 47001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (615) 769-9067.
What is the property tax rate in Grainger County, TN?
The average effective property tax rate in Grainger County is approximately 0.67%. For a home with the median county market value of $265.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $1776 per year.
How do I search for a property or parcel in Grainger County?
You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Grainger County parcel search portal: https://graingercountytn.gov/assessor/parcel-search.
When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Grainger County?
Property valuation protests and appeals in Grainger County must be submitted by: Prior to the adjournment of the County Board of Equalization in June. Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the County Board of Equalization & State Board of Equalization (SBOE).
How does the Homestead Exemption work in Grainger County?
Property Tax Relief Program pays all or part of property taxes on primary home for low-income seniors, disabled homeowners, and disabled veterans. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (Property Tax Freeze Program freezes tax amount for seniors 65+ in participating counties. 100% disabled veterans receive tax relief on first $175,000 of full value.).
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