Dekalb County Property Assessor 2026: Search & Tax Records

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Search by Owner, Address, Parcel ID, Tax Bill, Deed Records and Appeal Status

DeKalb County GA tax assessor property search starts with the official Property Appraisal Department and qPublic parcel search. This guide shows exactly where to search by owner name, property address or parcel number, how to separate appraisal value from tax bill payment, how to find deed records through the Clerk of Superior Court, and how to handle homestead, assessment notices and appeals.

Property Appraisal: 404-371-0841 Tax Commissioner: 404-298-4000 Appraisal Office: 325 Swanton Way Assessment notice appeal: 45 days Tax due: Sep 30 / Nov 15
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Quick Answer
Where do I search DeKalb County GA property records?

Use the official DeKalb County GA qPublic parcel search at qPublic DeKalb County property records for owner, address, parcel and assessment data. Use the DeKalb County Tax Commissioner portal at publicaccess.dekalbtax.org for property tax bills, balances and payments. Use the Clerk of Superior Court official records search at deeds.dekalbcountyga.gov for deeds, plats, liens and real estate records.

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First-Screen Search Tool

What Should You Click First for a DeKalb County GA Tax Assessor Property Search?

Most visitors want one of five things: parcel value, owner/address lookup, tax payment, deed copy or appeal help. The fastest route is to use the official office that controls that exact task.

I need owner, address or parcel lookup

Use the qPublic DeKalb County parcel search. This is the practical starting point for owner name, property address, parcel ID, map and appraisal details.

Open qPublic parcel search

I need assessed value or appeal help

Use the DeKalb County Property Appraisal Department. It is responsible for fair market value and assessment records, not tax collection.

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I need to pay property taxes

Use the Tax Commissioner’s property tax portal. Search by parcel ID, address or owner name to view tax information and make secure payments.

Open property tax search

I need a deed, lien or plat

Use the Clerk of Superior Court real estate records and Landmark official records search for deeds, plats, UCC filings, liens and document copies.

Open deed records

I need homestead exemption

Georgia homestead applications are generally due by April 1 for the first year the exemption is sought. Use the DeKalb Tax Commissioner exemption route.

Open exemptions

I need parcel map / GIS

Use DeKalb County parcel viewer or qPublic map layers for visual parcel context. Do not treat map lines as a legal survey.

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What You Can Find

What Shows in a DeKalb County GA Property Record?

A DeKalb County property record can show assessment and parcel details, but it is not the same as a tax payment receipt, deed copy or title search. Use the record to identify the property, then route your next action correctly.

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Owner name

Current owner or taxpayer name where available in public property data.

2

Property address

Site address used by DeKalb property appraisal and parcel systems.

3

Parcel ID

Exact property identifier for tax, deed, appeal and map research.

4

Fair market value

Appraisal value established for ad valorem taxation.

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Assessed value

Georgia taxable assessment value, generally 40% of fair market value before exemptions.

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Land and building details

Property class, land data, improvement details and appraisal characteristics.

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Sales clues

Recent sale and transaction clues, but confirm deeds through the Clerk.

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Map context

Parcel viewer and qPublic map layers for general location research.

Do not treat the property card as a title report: qPublic and appraisal records help identify property and value, but they do not replace deed review, title search, survey, attorney advice or official tax receipt verification.

Tax Records

DeKalb County GA Property Tax Records — Bill Search, Payment, Due Dates and Receipts

The DeKalb County Tax Commissioner is responsible for billing and collection of property taxes. The Tax Commissioner uses values from Property Appraisal but does not determine or change assessed value.

Search and pay taxes

Use the Tax Commissioner property search to look up property by parcel ID, address or owner name, view tax information and make a secure online payment.

Open property tax search

Tax bill mailing

DeKalb tax bills are mailed during August to the owner of record as of January 1 and may also be mailed to a current owner if different.

Installment due dates

DeKalb County lists installment due dates as September 30 and November 15. If paying in full, payment must be made by September 30.

Failure to receive bill

DeKalb states that failure to receive a bill does not relieve responsibility for paying taxes due. Update mailing address issues quickly.

Buyer tip: If you bought a home after January 1, check your closing statement and contact the closing attorney, mortgage company or escrow agent to confirm who is responsible for the current year tax bill.

Need a tax bill or receipt? Use DeKalb County Tax Commissioner property search and payment pages, not the appraisal office.

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Deeds and Real Estate Records

DeKalb County GA Deed Search, Real Estate Records, Liens, Plats and Fraud Alerts

A deed is not stored by the tax assessor. DeKalb County Clerk of Superior Court records and indexes real estate deeds, plats, condominium floor plans, UCC filings, liens, military discharges and other real estate documents.

Search official records

Use the Landmark official records search for recorded DeKalb County real estate documents.

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Real Estate Division

The Real Estate Division is located at 556 N. McDonough Street, Ground Floor, Decatur, GA 30030. Phone: 404-687-3812.

FANS fraud alert

Georgia’s Filing Activity Notification System can notify owners when filings are made involving registered names or properties.

Title warning

Recorded document search is useful, but it is not a full title opinion. For purchase, lien or ownership disputes, use a title professional or attorney.

Homestead and Exemptions

DeKalb County GA Homestead Exemption and Property Tax Relief

Georgia homestead applications are generally due by April 1 for the first year the exemption is sought. DeKalb residents should use the official Tax Commissioner exemption page and confirm eligibility, documents and deadlines before filing.

Basic homestead path

Apply through the official DeKalb Tax Commissioner exemption route when the property is your primary residence and you meet the eligibility requirements.

April 1 deadline

Georgia DOR guidance says homestead applications may be made up to April 1 of the first year for which the exemption is sought.

Assessment notice connection

Exemptions can affect taxable value and tax bill results, but the appraisal office and tax office have separate roles.

Do not assume automatic filing

Failure to apply is generally treated as a waiver for that year. Confirm current DeKalb requirements before the deadline.

Assessment Appeal

DeKalb County GA Property Assessment Appeal — 45-Day Notice Window

DeKalb County Property Appraisal mails Annual Assessment Notices in May. If you disagree with the current year value, DeKalb guidance says you have 45 days from the date on the notice to file an appeal. Complete appeal instructions are included with the notice.

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Read the assessment notice date

The 45-day appeal clock is tied to the notice date. Do not wait for the tax bill if your issue is value.

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Check the property card

Review land, building, use, condition, square footage, sales and ownership details. Factual errors are stronger appeal points than general complaints.

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Contact Property Appraisal

Call 404-371-0841 if you did not receive an assessment notice or need appraisal/appeal guidance from the official office.

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Use evidence, not emotion

Comparable sales, incorrect property characteristics, photos, repair estimates or appraisal evidence usually matter more than saying the tax bill is high.

Appeal warning: The Tax Commissioner does not set assessed value and cannot change the appraisal. File value disputes through the assessment appeal process, not through the tax payment portal.

Which Office You Need

DeKalb County Tax Assessor vs Tax Commissioner vs Clerk — Correct Office Router

DeKalb property work is split by task. Calling the wrong office can waste time and cause missed appeal or payment deadlines.

Property Appraisal Department

Use for fair market value, assessed value, appraisal data, property characteristics, assessment notices, appeals and Board of Assessors questions. Phone: 404-371-0841.

Tax Commissioner

Use for property tax bills, payments, receipts, delinquent taxes, installment due dates, mailing address for tax bills and payment portal help. Phone: 404-298-4000.

Clerk of Superior Court

Use for real estate deeds, plats, UCC, liens, official record copies, e-recording and land record searches. Real Estate Division: 404-687-3812.

Board of Assessors

Use for oversight of property assessment operations and fair market value policy. The Board of Assessors is responsible for establishing fair market value for ad valorem taxation.

Troubleshooting

Common Problems When Searching DeKalb County GA Property Records

Most DeKalb property lookup problems come from address formatting, owner-name spelling, old deed timing, confusing appraisal with tax payment, or expecting a map to act like a survey.

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No address result appears

Search with fewer words. Remove apartment number, punctuation, ZIP code and city name. Try only house number and street name.

2

Owner name gives too many matches

Add a street name, parcel clue or city. Remember that trusts, LLCs and estate names may appear instead of the person’s common name.

3

Tax bill looks too high

Check exemptions, millage, assessed value and current-year notice. If the issue is value, contact Property Appraisal; if the issue is payment, contact Tax Commissioner.

4

Deed ownership looks different

Check Clerk official records. Deed, appraisal and tax systems can update on different schedules after a sale or transfer.

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Parcel map line looks wrong

GIS and qPublic maps are research tools, not legal surveys. Use plats, deeds and a licensed surveyor for boundary decisions.

Office Location

DeKalb County Property Appraisal Office Location, Phone and Hours

The DeKalb County Property Appraisal Department is the official valuation and assessment office. Check official hours before visiting, especially during assessment notice and appeal season.

DeKalb County Property Appraisal Department

325 Swanton Way, Decatur, GA 30030

Property Appraisal phone: 404-371-0841
Address: 325 Swanton Way, Decatur, GA 30030
Hours shown by DeKalb County: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Visit tip: bring parcel number, assessment notice, tax bill, deed reference, photo ID and any evidence if your visit involves value, exemption or appeal questions.

Smart Internal Links

Related Property Search Guides That Help DeKalb County Users

These links help users compare parcel lookup, tax payment, deed record and assessment workflows in other counties instead of sending them to random pages.

Riverside County Assessor Property Search

Useful comparison for APN/PIN, tax bill, deed and appeal routing in a large county property system.

https://assessorpropertysearch.org/riverside-county-assessor-property-search/

Lee County Assessor Property Search

Helpful for comparing Florida-style property appraiser records with owner, address, tax and deed lookup paths.

https://assessorpropertysearch.org/lee-county-assessor-property-search-2/

Spokane Assessor Property Search

Good comparison for SCOUT-style address, parcel, tax and GIS property search workflows.

https://assessorpropertysearch.org/spokane-assessor-property-search/

Editorial Policy

Review how AssessorPropertySearch.org verifies official portals, county offices, tax deadlines and appeal information.

https://assessorpropertysearch.org/editorial-policy/
FAQ

FAQ — DeKalb County GA Tax Assessor Property Search

These answers match the real questions users ask when they need DeKalb County GA property records, tax bills, deeds, exemptions and appeals.

Use the official qPublic DeKalb County GA parcel search for owner, address, parcel and appraisal details. The DeKalb Property Appraisal Department is responsible for valuation and assessment records.
Yes. Use qPublic parcel search and start with house number plus street name. Remove apartment numbers, punctuation, ZIP code and city name if the full address does not match.
Yes. Search by owner name in the official parcel search. Try last name first and narrow with street or parcel clues if the owner has a common name or owns multiple parcels.
The DeKalb County Property Appraisal Department determines fair market value and assessment records. The Tax Commissioner uses those values to calculate and collect property taxes but does not set assessed value.
DeKalb County mails Annual Assessment Notices in May. If you disagree with the current year value, you have 45 days from the notice date to file an appeal. Follow the instructions on the notice and contact Property Appraisal at 404-371-0841 if needed.
Use the DeKalb County Tax Commissioner property search and payment portal at publicaccess.dekalbtax.org. You can search by parcel ID, address or owner name to view tax information and pay online.
DeKalb County lists installment due dates as September 30 and November 15. If paying the full amount in one payment, it must be paid by September 30. Always verify your current bill.
Use the DeKalb County Clerk of Superior Court Real Estate Division and Landmark official records search for deeds, plats, liens, UCC filings and other recorded real estate documents.
Georgia guidance generally sets April 1 as the deadline to apply for homestead exemption for the first year the exemption is sought. Use the official DeKalb Tax Commissioner exemption page to verify current requirements.
No. Parcel viewers and qPublic maps are research tools, not legal surveys. Use recorded plats, deeds and a licensed surveyor for boundary, easement or construction decisions.

Disclaimer and Source Verification

AssessorPropertySearch.org is an independent property records information guide. We are not DeKalb County, the DeKalb County Property Appraisal Department, DeKalb County Tax Commissioner, DeKalb County Clerk of Superior Court, Board of Assessors, or a government agency. We do not store property records or provide official legal, tax, appraisal, title, survey or real estate advice.

This page explains how to use official DeKalb County Georgia property record resources. Property data, tax records, appeal deadlines, exemption requirements, office hours and portal URLs can change. Always verify the final record, deadline, amount, payment, document copy, map layer and application requirement directly with the official county office before making financial, legal or real estate decisions.

Official Sources Verified — May 2026

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Exemption / Appeal Readiness Checklist

Use this before applying for an exemption or challenging a value. Missing proof is one of the biggest reasons users waste time or miss deadlines.

Property Record Review Checklist

Review these fields before relying on any assessor, appraiser, auditor, property appraiser, tax or deed record.

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