Find Tazewell County Property Tax Records

Tazewell County property tax records are maintained by the county offices in Pekin, the county seat. With a population of about 130,290, Tazewell County sits in the heart of central Illinois just south of Peoria. The county treasurer, assessor, and clerk all play a role in the property tax system. You can access property tax records through the county website and by contacting the offices directly. Tazewell County property taxes are paid in two installments, with the first due in June and the second in September.

Tazewell County Treasurer and Tax Collection

Gary H. Connor is the Tazewell County Treasurer. His office is at 11 S 4th St, Suite 302, Pekin, IL 61554. Call (309) 477-2265 or email treasurer@tazewell.il.us for help with property tax bills and payments. The Tazewell County Treasurer's page has details about due dates, payment methods, and the tax collection process.

Property taxes in Tazewell County are due in two installments. The first installment is due June 1 and the second is due September 1. Under 35 ILCS 200, the treasurer must send out tax bills at least 30 days before the first due date. If you miss a due date, interest accrues at 1.5% per month. That adds up quick. Pay on time to avoid extra costs on your Tazewell County property tax records.

The treasurer accepts property tax payments by mail, in person, and online when the portal is available. Checks should be made payable to the Tazewell County Treasurer and mailed to the office address. Include your payment stub from the bill. In-person payments are accepted at Suite 302 during business hours.

Tazewell County Property Tax Search

Tazewell County has offered online property tax search through the Tazewell County tax portal. This tool allows you to search by owner name, address, or parcel number. Results include the tax bill amount, payment status, and assessed value for each property. Note that this site may be down at times for updates or maintenance.

If the online portal is not available, you can contact the Tazewell County Treasurer's office at (309) 477-2265 to look up property tax records by phone or in person. The staff can tell you the current balance, payment history, and whether any delinquent taxes are on file. You can also use statewide tools like the Illinois Department of Revenue property tax page to find general information about property taxes in Tazewell County.

The statewide resources can point you in the right direction, but for specific Tazewell County property tax records, the county offices are the best source. They have the most current data on bills, payments, and exemptions for properties in the county.

Tazewell County Assessor

The Tazewell County Assessor's office is at 11 S 4th St, Suite 300, Pekin, IL 61554. Call (309) 477-2270 with questions about your property's assessed value. The Tazewell County Assessor's page explains how assessments work and what resources are available to property owners.

Under Illinois law (35 ILCS 200), all property in Tazewell County is assessed at 33.33% of fair market value. The assessor determines that market value based on sales data, property characteristics, and location. If the value seems off, you can appeal. Appeals start with the Tazewell County Board of Review. The board reviews evidence from both the property owner and the assessor before making a decision. If you disagree with the board's ruling, you can take the appeal to the Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board.

The Illinois Department of Revenue also publishes the equalization factor each year. This multiplier adjusts county assessments to bring them in line with the 33.33% standard. If Tazewell County assessments are below the mark, the multiplier goes above 1.0. If they are above, it drops below 1.0. This factor shows up in your property tax records and affects your final bill.

Tazewell County Clerk and Tax Extensions

John C. Ackerman is the Tazewell County Clerk. His office is at 11 S 4th St, Suite 201, Pekin, IL 61554. Call (309) 477-2264. The Tazewell County Clerk's page has details about the services the office provides.

The clerk's role in property taxes is to extend the tax rates. This means taking the levies set by each taxing district and applying them to the assessed values from the assessor. The result is the actual tax bill amounts. Schools, cities, townships, park districts, fire protection districts, and other units each levy a portion. The clerk calculates each one and creates the data that becomes your Tazewell County property tax records for the year.

Property Tax Exemptions in Tazewell County

Several exemptions can lower your property tax bill in Tazewell County. You must apply for these through the assessor's office. Once approved, they show on your property tax records and reduce the taxable value of your home.

The General Homestead Exemption reduces the assessed value by up to $6,000 for owner-occupied homes. This is the most common exemption in Tazewell County. Senior homeowners age 65 and older can get the Senior Homestead Exemption for an extra $5,000 reduction. The Senior Freeze locks the assessed value for qualifying seniors with limited income, which means their property tax bill stays more stable from year to year.

Disabled persons and disabled veterans have their own exemptions under 35 ILCS 200. The Disabled Persons' Homestead Exemption provides a $2,000 reduction. The Disabled Veterans' Standard Homestead Exemption can reduce the assessed value by up to $5,000 depending on the level of disability. Veterans rated 70% or more disabled may qualify for a full exemption. Contact the Tazewell County Assessor at (309) 477-2270 to apply.

Recording Fees and Property Documents

When property changes hands in Tazewell County, the deed and other documents get recorded with the county. Recording fees are $68 for deeds, mortgages, and plats (first page). These documents become part of the property record and connect to the tax history. A search of Tazewell County property tax records may include liens from unpaid taxes, mortgage releases, and transfer documents.

Property buyers should always check for clear title before closing. Delinquent property taxes can create liens that follow the property, not the owner. The Tazewell County Treasurer can tell you if there are any outstanding taxes on a parcel. The clerk's office has the recorded documents that show the chain of ownership.

Tax Sales in Tazewell County

Unpaid property taxes in Tazewell County go to an annual tax sale. At the sale, investors pay the back taxes and get a certificate of purchase. The property owner has a redemption period to pay back what is owed plus interest. Under 35 ILCS 200, the interest rate is 1.5% per month for the first six months. It increases after that. If the owner does not redeem, the investor can eventually petition for a tax deed to the property.

Tax sale records become part of the property's history. They show up when you search Tazewell County property tax records. If you are thinking about buying at a tax sale, talk to the treasurer's office first. They can explain the rules and risks. Tax sales are not the same as buying property at auction. The process has many steps and the outcome is not always certain.

Cities in Tazewell County

Tazewell County includes the cities of Pekin, East Peoria, Morton, Washington, and several other communities. No cities in Tazewell County meet the population threshold for individual city pages on this site. All property tax records for Tazewell County cities and villages are handled by the county offices listed above. Contact the Tazewell County Treasurer at (309) 477-2265 for any property in the county.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Tazewell County. Property tax records are kept by the county where the property sits. Make sure you search the correct county.