Property Appraiser Parcel Glossary

Learn common terms used by Florida County Property Appraisers when evaluating, classifying, and assessing parcels and land records.

Appraised Value

An estimate of the property's market value as determined by the County Property Appraiser.

The value used for property tax purposes after exemptions and caps have been applied.

A Florida rule that limits annual increases in assessed value for homesteaded properties to 3% or the CPI.

The official responsible for property valuations, exemptions, and maintaining land records within a Florida county.

A reduction in assessed or taxable value. Examples: Homestead, Senior, Disability, Veterans.

A unique identifier used to track a specific property in county databases.

The appraiser’s estimate of what the property would sell for in an open market.

The date the property last sold.

The price the proprty or land sold for based on the last sale date.

The rate used to calculate property taxes. One mill equals $1 per $1,000 of taxable value.

A recorded map that outlines property divisions such as lots and roads within a subdivision.

Land and all permanently attached structures, buildings, and improvements.

The tax rate that would generate the same revenue as the previous year, not including new construction.

An annual notice that informs property owners of proposed taxes, values, and appeal rights.

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