Access Deerfield Beach Property Tax Records

Deerfield Beach property tax records are public documents held by the Broward County Property Appraiser and Broward County Tax Collector. Like all Broward cities, Deerfield Beach relies on county offices for assessment, billing, and collection. This guide explains how to search records online, which exemptions are available to Deerfield Beach property owners, how to contest an assessment, and what happens when taxes go unpaid.

Broward County Property Tax Administration

Deerfield Beach is in Broward County, and all property tax functions are run at the county level. The Broward County Property Appraiser assesses every parcel in the county each year. The Broward County Tax Collector bills and collects based on those values and the millage rates set by taxing authorities. The city of Deerfield Beach does not run the assessment or billing process.

Broward County's property roll is one of the largest in Florida, with over 750,000 parcels. Deerfield Beach is a substantial community in the northern part of the county. Its property mix includes single-family homes, condominiums, commercial properties, and industrial parcels. All types are assessed annually as of January 1 under standards set by the Florida Department of Revenue. You can read about those standards at the DOR Property Tax Oversight page.

Tax bills for Deerfield Beach properties reflect multiple overlapping millage rates: Broward County general, the school board, the city of Deerfield Beach, the South Florida Water Management District, and other special purpose levies. Each authority sets its own rate. Your bill is the total of all of them applied to your taxable value. The legal foundation for Florida property tax is Chapter 193, Chapter 196, and Chapter 197, Florida Statutes.

Broward County Property Appraiser

The Broward County Property Appraiser is located at 115 S. Andrews Ave., Room 111, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301. Phone: (954) 357-6830. The Broward County Property Appraiser website is the main search tool for Deerfield Beach property records. Search by folio number, address, or owner name. Free to use, no login needed.

Each parcel record shows the just value, assessed value, taxable value, land and building data, sales history, and any exemptions on file. The folio number is Broward's parcel identifier and gives the cleanest, fastest result. If you do not have the folio number, an address search works. The appraiser's site also provides GIS mapping tools, aerial imagery, and neighborhood sales data to help you understand how values were set.

The appraiser uses mass appraisal methods. Values are based on comparable market sales, not individual property inspections. The Florida DOR reviews the county roll each year to confirm values are in range. Properties near the coast in Deerfield Beach tend to command premium values, while inland residential areas are generally more moderate. All types are assessed using the same methodology under state law.

Walk-in service is available at the Fort Lauderdale office on weekdays. Staff can help with exemption applications, assessment questions, and TRIM notice interpretation. Phone contact is also available for most routine inquiries.

Use the DOR contact page to confirm current phone numbers and addresses for the Broward County Property Appraiser.

Broward County Tax Collector

The Broward County Tax Collector main office is at 1800 NW 66th Ave., Suite 100, Plantation, FL 33313. Phone: (954) 765-4697. Website: browardtax.org. The collector handles billing and payment for all Broward parcels, including all of Deerfield Beach. The Plantation location is in western Broward, which may require some travel for Deerfield Beach residents on the eastern side of the county. Branch offices and online payment options reduce that inconvenience.

Bills are sent in November. The face amount is the full tax before discounts. Florida rewards early payment: 4% in November, 3% in December, 2% in January, 1% in February. After March 31, taxes become delinquent. Late taxes accrue interest and fees. The discount schedule is set by Chapter 197, Florida Statutes.

Online payment is available at the collector's website via credit card or e-check. Mail payment is accepted. Broward County has multiple branch service centers around the county for in-person payment. An installment plan is available for those who want to pay quarterly. Enrollment opens in the spring before the tax year. Details are on the collector's website.

Delinquent taxes go into a tax certificate sale in June. Investors pay the overdue amounts and earn interest. If a certificate goes unredeemed for two years, the investor can apply for a tax deed. This process, governed by Chapter 197, can result in forced sale of the property. Staying current with your taxes prevents this entirely.

How to Search Deerfield Beach Property Tax Records

Use the Broward County Property Appraiser site to search for assessment data. Enter the property address, folio number, or owner name. The result shows just value, assessed value, taxable value, exemptions, building and land details, and sales history. No fee. No login. Open to anyone.

For billing and payment status, go to browardtax.org. Enter the folio number or address. See the current bill, any outstanding balance, and payment history for prior years. Both databases together give you everything you need to know about a Deerfield Beach property's tax picture.

All property tax records are public under Chapter 119, Florida Statutes. No reason is needed. No residency requirement applies. Some exemption application fields are confidential, but all core property and billing records are open.

The DOR forms page hosts current versions of all Florida property tax forms, available for free download.

Property Tax Exemptions in Deerfield Beach

Florida exemptions apply to qualifying Deerfield Beach properties. The homestead exemption is the most widely used. It cuts up to $50,000 from the assessed value of a primary residence. The first $25,000 applies to all taxing authorities. The second $25,000 covers value between $50,000 and $75,000, applying to all authorities except schools. Together, these two tiers can save several hundred dollars per year on a typical Deerfield Beach home.

Homestead also brings the Save Our Homes cap. Assessed value increases are limited to 3% per year or the rate of inflation, whichever is lower. In coastal Broward County, where values have climbed, this cap protects long-term homesteaded owners from proportional tax increases. When you sell and buy another Florida home, portability lets you carry your accumulated SOH benefit to the new property.

Other exemptions for qualifying Deerfield Beach residents include the senior low-income exemption, disability exemptions, veteran exemptions, and widow or widower exemptions. All require applications filed with the Broward County Property Appraiser by March 1. The rules are in Chapter 196, Florida Statutes. Business owners with tangible personal property should file a TPP return by April 1 to claim the $25,000 TPP exemption.

VAB Appeals for Deerfield Beach Property Owners

If you think the Broward County Property Appraiser has overvalued your Deerfield Beach property, Florida gives you a formal appeal path. The TRIM notice arrives each August with the proposed assessed value. You have 25 days from the mailing date to file a petition with the Broward County Value Adjustment Board.

The VAB is independent of the appraiser. A special magistrate reviews evidence from both you and the appraiser, then makes a recommendation that the board votes on. Good evidence includes recent comparable sales from similar properties in Deerfield Beach, photos showing condition problems, or a formal independent appraisal. You carry the burden of proof. Chapter 194, Florida Statutes governs the process. If the VAB rules against you, circuit court is still an option. Pay the non-disputed portion of your tax during the appeal to avoid delinquency.

Payment and Delinquency

Broward County tax bills go out in November. The face amount is the full tax before discounts. Pay by November 30 for the best deal: 4% off. Each month after that, the discount drops by one point. After March 31, the bill is delinquent. Delinquent parcels enter the tax certificate sale in June. If a certificate is not redeemed within two years, the investor can seek a tax deed and force a sale. Pay on time and none of this applies.

Online payment is available at browardtax.org. In-person and mail options are also available. Broward County has service centers around the county so Deerfield Beach residents do not always have to travel to the main Plantation office. An installment plan option allows quarterly payments with spring enrollment. The Florida Tax Collectors Association provides general information about payment processes statewide.

Public Records for Deerfield Beach Properties

Florida's public records law, Chapter 119, keeps all property tax records open. Assessment rolls, tax rolls, exemption files, and payment history are public records. The Broward County Property Appraiser and Tax Collector sites handle most requests at no cost. For records not available online, contact the offices. They may charge for large data requests, but the records themselves are not restricted. More on Broward County-level administration is on the Broward County property tax records page.

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