Search Daytona Beach Property Tax Records
Daytona Beach property tax records are public documents maintained by Volusia County offices in DeLand. The Volusia County Property Appraiser assesses all parcels within Daytona Beach, and the Volusia County Tax Collector handles billing and payment. This guide explains how to look up assessment data, what exemptions you can apply for, how to challenge a value you think is wrong, and when and how to pay your bill.
Daytona Beach Quick Facts
Volusia County Tax Administration for Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach is located in Volusia County. All property tax work for the city runs through Volusia County offices. There is no separate city-level property appraiser or tax collection office for Daytona Beach parcels. The Volusia County Property Appraiser in DeLand sets values for every parcel inside city limits. The Volusia County Tax Collector, also based in DeLand, handles billing and payment.
Daytona Beach has a varied property landscape. There are oceanfront condominiums, older residential neighborhoods, commercial strips, and industrial parcels along the inland waterways. The mix produces a wide range of assessed values. The Volusia County Property Appraiser values each one using mass appraisal methods based on comparable sales and property data, following standards set by the Florida Department of Revenue.
January 1 is the statewide assessment date under Chapter 192, Florida Statutes. Values are fixed as of that date. Sales, renovations, or damage that occurs after January 1 do not change the value for that tax year. This rule applies to every Daytona Beach parcel the same as every other parcel in the state.
Contact the Volusia County Property Appraiser at (386) 736-5901. Office address: 123 W. Indiana Avenue, Room 103, DeLand, FL 32720. Website: vcpa.vcgov.org. The Volusia County property tax records page has a full overview of county procedures.
Volusia County Property Appraiser
The Volusia County Property Appraiser is at 123 W. Indiana Avenue, Room 103, DeLand, FL 32720. Phone: (386) 736-5901. This office values all real and personal property in Daytona Beach and across Volusia County as of January 1. The appraiser does not collect taxes or set millage rates. Its job is to value property and maintain the official tax roll.
The property roll for Daytona Beach includes each parcel's owner of record, legal description, just value, assessed value, taxable value, and any exemptions applied. The database is updated throughout the year as deeds are recorded, permits are pulled, and ownerships transfer. The online search portal at vcpa.vcgov.org lets anyone look up a Daytona Beach parcel by address, owner name, or parcel ID at no charge.
A parcel search shows current and prior-year values, a full breakdown of exemptions, land size, building characteristics, and sales history. This data is fully public under Chapter 119, Florida Statutes. No account or ID is needed. The online system is the fastest way to get assessment information for any Daytona Beach property.
Florida Statutes Chapter 192 sets the just value standard that guides the Volusia County Property Appraiser.
Chapter 192 is the primary law governing how Volusia County assesses Daytona Beach properties each year.
Volusia County Tax Collector
The Volusia County Tax Collector handles billing and collection for Daytona Beach property taxes. Office address: 123 W. Indiana Avenue, Room 103, DeLand, FL 32720. Phone: (386) 254-4626. Tax bills are mailed in November and reflect the taxable value set by the appraiser multiplied by several millage rates.
Daytona Beach property owners pay millage rates from multiple taxing authorities: Volusia County, the school board, the City of Daytona Beach, and applicable special districts. These separate rates are combined on a single bill. The total can vary widely depending on location within the city and which special districts serve that parcel.
Florida offers early payment discounts. November payment earns 4% off, December 3%, January 2%, and February 1%. After March 31 taxes are delinquent. The collector's online system lets you pay by credit card or e-check, check balances, and view prior bills. In-person payment is available at collector branch offices across Volusia County.
How to Search Daytona Beach Property Tax Records
The Volusia County Property Appraiser's site at vcpa.vcgov.org is the main starting point. Enter a property address, owner name, or parcel number. The result shows the current assessed value, just value, taxable value, exemptions, and prior-year comparisons. Building and land data are included. Sales history goes back several years. All of this is free and requires no login.
For billing data, the Volusia County Tax Collector has a separate online lookup. Enter a parcel ID or address to see current amounts owed, payment status, and bill history. Using both the appraiser and collector sites together gives the most complete view of any Daytona Beach parcel.
Florida's public records law makes all of this data available to anyone. Under Chapter 119, no reason is required and no ID is needed. For records not available online, submit a written request to the Property Appraiser. The office must respond within a reasonable time. Standard copy fees may apply for bulk or printed records.
The Florida Department of Revenue Property Tax Oversight page explains how assessment data is validated statewide.
The DOR site provides context on how Volusia County values are reviewed against state standards.
Property Tax Exemptions in Daytona Beach
Florida law provides several exemptions that reduce taxable value for qualifying Daytona Beach property owners. The homestead exemption is the most widely used. It gives up to $50,000 off the assessed value of a primary residence. The first $25,000 applies to all taxing authorities. The second $25,000 applies to assessed value between $50,000 and $75,000 and excludes school board taxes.
Homestead also activates the Save Our Homes cap. After homestead is granted, annual increases in assessed value are capped at 3% or the rate of inflation, whichever is lower. This protection is established in Chapter 193, Florida Statutes. Over years, the cap can create a large gap between just value and taxable value, significantly reducing the bill.
Daytona Beach property owners may also qualify for the senior exemption if they are over 65 and meet the income threshold. Disability exemptions, veteran exemptions for service-connected disabilities, and the surviving spouse exemption are also available under Chapter 196, Florida Statutes. Applications go to the Volusia County Property Appraiser. The deadline for most exemptions is March 1 of the tax year.
Business owners with tangible personal property used in Daytona Beach operations should file a TPP return with the appraiser by April 1. The first $25,000 of value is exempt. Filing on time avoids a penalty for failure to file.
Appealing a Daytona Beach Property Assessment
Property owners who think their Daytona Beach assessment is too high can file a formal appeal. Each summer the appraiser mails TRIM notices. The TRIM shows the proposed assessed value and an estimate of the coming tax bill. From the date on the TRIM notice, you have 25 days to file a petition with the Volusia County Value Adjustment Board.
The VAB is an independent board made up of elected officials and citizen members. Petitions are heard by a special magistrate. The magistrate weighs the evidence from both sides and recommends a value. The board then votes. Evidence that helps your case includes recent sales of comparable properties, photos of damage or poor condition, and an independent appraisal. The VAB process is set out in Chapter 194, Florida Statutes.
You do not need a lawyer to file a VAB petition. Filing fees are modest. Many Daytona Beach homeowners handle the process themselves. If you disagree with the VAB result, you can take the matter to Volusia County Circuit Court, though this involves greater time and expense. Pay at least the non-disputed portion of your bill while the appeal is open to avoid penalties.
Delinquent Taxes and the Certificate Process
Daytona Beach property taxes not paid by March 31 become delinquent. The Volusia County Tax Collector then holds a tax certificate sale in June. Investors bid on the right to pay the delinquent taxes in exchange for a tax certificate. The certificate earns interest at a rate determined by the bidding, up to 18%. If the property owner pays off the certificate within two years, the investor gets their money back plus interest.
If the certificate is not redeemed within two years, the holder can apply for a tax deed. A tax deed sale could result in the property being sold at public auction, with the proceeds used to pay off the debt. This process is governed by Chapter 197, Florida Statutes. A tax deed on record shows up in title searches and can complicate future sales or financing. Avoiding delinquency is strongly in a property owner's interest.