Duval County Property Appraiser – Complete Property Records & Tax Guide
The Duval County Property Appraiser is responsible for identifying, locating, and valuing all real estate and taxable property located within Duval County, Florida. These property valuations are used by local government agencies to determine property taxes that fund public schools, infrastructure, emergency services, and municipal operations.
Duval County includes the city of Jacksonville and surrounding communities such as Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, Jacksonville Beach, Baldwin, and several residential and commercial districts across northeast Florida. Jacksonville is the largest city by land area in the United States, which means the Duval County Property Appraiser manages property records for hundreds of thousands of parcels including residential homes, waterfront properties, commercial buildings, and industrial developments.
Property records maintained by the Duval County Property Appraiser include parcel identification numbers, ownership records, legal descriptions, building characteristics, land values, assessed values, taxable values, and historical sales data. These records are commonly used by homeowners reviewing their property assessments, real estate investors researching properties, and buyers verifying ownership information before purchasing property.
This comprehensive guide explains how to use the Duval County Property Appraiser website to search property records, locate parcel numbers, apply for homestead exemptions, estimate property taxes, review GIS parcel maps, and research real estate in Duval County.
Duval County Property Appraiser Quick Access Tools
Search property ownership records, parcel numbers, and property values.
Search Property RecordsApply for homestead exemption and property tax benefits.
Apply for HomesteadView tax bills and pay property taxes online.
Pay Property TaxesOfficial information from the Florida Department of Revenue.
Florida Property Tax GuideDuval County Property Appraiser Office Information
Duval County Property Appraiser
231 East Forsyth Street
Suite 270
Jacksonville, Florida 32202
Phone: (904) 255-5900
Official Website:
https://www.coj.net/departments/property-appraiser
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
How to Search Duval County Property Records (Step-by-Step)
Open Property Search- Visit the Duval County Property Appraiser website.
- Select the Property Search option.
- Choose your search method:
- Property address
- Owner name
- Parcel identification number
- Enter the property details.
- Click search.
- Select the correct property from the search results.
The property record page will display detailed information including:
- Owner name
- Parcel identification number
- Legal property description
- Land value
- Building value
- Total market value
- Assessed value
- Taxable value
- Property sales history
Understanding Parcel Identification Numbers
Every property in Duval County has a unique parcel identification number (parcel ID). This number identifies the property within the county tax system and is used for property tax records, legal documentation, and real estate transactions.
Parcel numbers are commonly used by surveyors, attorneys, mortgage lenders, and title companies during property transactions.
How Property Taxes Are Calculated in Duval County
Property taxes in Duval County are calculated using the property’s taxable value and the millage rate set by local government authorities such as the county commission and school board.
Example:
- Market Value: $450,000
- Homestead Exemption: $50,000
- Taxable Value: $400,000
- Millage Rate: 18 mills
$400,000 × 0.018 = $7,200 estimated annual property tax
Understanding the TRIM Notice
The TRIM Notice (Truth in Millage) is mailed each August to property owners. It explains how your property value was determined and what property taxes are proposed for the upcoming year.
- Market value
- Assessed value
- Taxable value
- Proposed millage rates
- Public hearing dates
Duval County GIS Property Maps
GIS parcel maps allow users to view property boundaries, zoning classifications, flood zones, aerial imagery, and surrounding parcels.
Open GIS Property MapReal Estate Case Study – Property Research in Jacksonville
A real estate investor researching rental homes in Jacksonville used the Duval County property search portal to analyze nearby property sales.
A home listed for $320,000 had comparable sales between $340,000 and $360,000. After reviewing parcel data and property characteristics, the investor purchased the property.
After minor improvements, the property value increased to approximately $350,000, demonstrating how property appraiser records can help identify undervalued real estate opportunities.
Common Property Record Errors
- Incorrect building square footage
- Outdated ownership records
- Missing homestead exemptions
- Incorrect property classifications
If you discover incorrect information in your property record you should contact the Duval County Property Appraiser office to request a correction review.
Property Research Checklist Before Buying Real Estate
- Verify parcel identification number
- Check property tax history
- Review property sales history
- Verify zoning classification
- Check flood zone information
- Review building permits
- Check HOA restrictions
Frequently Asked Questions
Determines property values used for property tax calculations.
Yes property records are public information.
Use the official property search portal.
A unique number assigned to each property.
March 1 each year.
A notice showing proposed property taxes.
Local government authorities.
Yes property records are widely used by investors.
Through the Duval County Tax Collector website.
231 E Forsyth Street, Jacksonville, Florida.
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