Mason County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor
Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for Mason County, West Virginia.
Mason County Assessor's Office Information
Mason County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Point Pleasant, WV 54001
Get Driving Directions ↗Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)
Closed on state & federal holidays.
(304) 701-3443
Integrated Assessment System (IAS) / MapWV
Mason County Property Tax Calculator
Estimated using Mason County's effective tax rate of 0.57% (Assessment ratio: 60%)
Appealing Your Mason County Assessment
Must request informal review by January; formal appeal to County Commission in February.
Under West Virginia property tax law, property owners in Mason 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 Mason 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 Commission sitting as Board of Equalization and Review before the statutory deadline.
Was Your Mason 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.
Mason County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief
Homeowners in Mason County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:
Homestead Exemption exempts the first $20,000 of assessed value for homeowners 65+ and totally disabled residents.
$20,000 exemption for seniors 65+ and disabled veterans. Additional refundable property tax credit for low-income seniors.
Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for Mason County?
While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in Mason County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Mason County Property Appraiser office located?
The official Mason County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at Mason County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Point Pleasant, WV 54001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (304) 701-3443.
What is the property tax rate in Mason County, WV?
The average effective property tax rate in Mason County is approximately 0.57%. For a home with the median county market value of $145.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $826 per year.
How do I search for a property or parcel in Mason County?
You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official Mason County parcel search portal: https://masoncosowv.gov/assessor/parcel-search.
When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in Mason County?
Property valuation protests and appeals in Mason County must be submitted by: Must request informal review by January; formal appeal to County Commission in February. Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the County Commission sitting as Board of Equalization and Review.
How does the Homestead Exemption work in Mason County?
Homestead Exemption exempts the first $20,000 of assessed value for homeowners 65+ and totally disabled residents. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans ($20,000 exemption for seniors 65+ and disabled veterans. Additional refundable property tax credit for low-income seniors.).
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