Find Property Tax Records in Deltona
Deltona property tax records are public documents held by the Volusia County Property Appraiser and Tax Collector, both based in DeLand. Deltona is the largest city in Volusia County, but all property tax administration happens at the county level. This page covers how to search records, what you will find, what exemptions are available, and how to appeal your assessment.
Deltona Quick Facts
Volusia County Property Tax Administration
Deltona has no separate property tax system. All parcels in the city are assessed and taxed under Volusia County rules. The county Property Appraiser values every parcel as of January 1 each year. The Tax Collector then bills and collects based on those values and the millage rates set by local governments. Both offices are in DeLand, which is the county seat.
Deltona is a large city by area and population. It spans a broad section of western Volusia County and includes a wide range of residential parcels, from single-family homes to townhouses and vacant lots. The property roll for the county as a whole is substantial. The appraiser uses mass appraisal methods approved by the Florida Department of Revenue to update values each year. You can read about that process at the DOR Property Tax Oversight page.
Tax rates on Deltona parcels include levies from Volusia County, the school board, the city of Deltona itself, and various special purpose districts. Each rate is set separately and added together on your bill. The appraiser sets values, not rates. The tax collector collects money, not values. They work in sequence under Florida law, specifically Chapter 193 and Chapter 197, Florida Statutes.
Volusia County Property Appraiser
The Volusia County Property Appraiser office is at 123 W. Indiana Avenue, Room 103, DeLand, FL 32720. The phone number is (386) 736-5901. The Volusia County Property Appraiser website lets you search any parcel in the county, including all parcels in Deltona, at no charge.
Search by address, owner name, or parcel ID number. Each record shows the current just value, assessed value, taxable value, land and building data, sales history, and any exemptions on file. The parcel ID is the fastest way to pull up a specific property. If you are doing research on a property you plan to buy, the appraiser's site gives you the full assessment picture before you go further.
The office also has GIS mapping tools. You can view parcels on aerial maps and check boundaries. This is useful if you need to confirm lot lines or identify adjacent parcels. The appraiser's data is updated regularly as sales close and permits are filed with the county.
Florida law requires that property be assessed at just value, essentially market value, under Chapter 193, Florida Statutes. The Florida DOR reviews county rolls each year to confirm compliance. Most Deltona owners see assessed values close to market value unless a homestead exemption and Save Our Homes cap have been in place for several years.
The Florida Department of Revenue contact page lists all county property appraiser offices, including Volusia County.
Use the DOR contact directory to find direct contact details for the Volusia County Property Appraiser office.
Volusia County Tax Collector
The Volusia County Tax Collector also operates at 123 W. Indiana Avenue, Room 103, DeLand, FL 32720. The phone for tax collection matters is (386) 254-4626. The collector sends tax bills in November and accepts payment through several channels.
Florida's discount schedule rewards early payers. Pay in November and get 4% off the face amount. December earns 3%, January 2%, and February 1%. After March 31, the bill is delinquent. Delinquent parcels go into a tax certificate sale each June, where investors bid on the right to pay the overdue taxes and collect interest from the property owner. This process is governed by Chapter 197, Florida Statutes.
Payment options include online payment, mail, and in-person at the DeLand office or branch locations. Volusia County has satellite offices in Daytona Beach and other communities to serve residents across the county. An installment payment plan is available for those who prefer to pay quarterly rather than all at once in the fall. Sign-up for the installment plan happens in the spring before the tax year. Details are on the tax collector's site.
How to Search Deltona Property Tax Records
Go to the Volusia County Property Appraiser site. Search by property address, owner name, or parcel ID. The result shows assessed value, taxable value, exemptions, land and building data, and sales history. Free, public, no login needed.
For billing and payment data, look up the parcel on the Volusia County Tax Collector's online portal. Enter the parcel ID or address to see the current bill, balance due, and prior payment history. These two searches together give a full tax picture for any Deltona parcel.
All property tax records are public under Chapter 119, Florida Statutes. Anyone can look them up. No ID is needed. No reason is required. Some exemption application details are confidential, but all assessment and billing data is open.
The Florida DOR forms page has all standard property tax forms for Florida property owners, including Deltona residents.
Download homestead exemption applications and other standard forms from the DOR forms portal.
Property Tax Exemptions for Deltona Residents
Florida exemptions apply to all qualifying Deltona properties. The homestead exemption is the most used. It removes 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 and applies to all authorities except schools. Both together can save several hundred dollars per year, depending on the millage rates in effect.
Homestead also locks in the Save Our Homes cap. Once the exemption is in place, assessed value increases are limited to 3% or the rate of inflation, whichever is lower. In a rising market, this cap can create a large difference between just value and taxable value over time. If you sell your homesteaded Deltona property and buy another home in Florida, you can bring your accumulated SOH benefit with you through the portability process.
Additional exemptions include senior low-income exemptions, disability exemptions, veteran exemptions, and widow or widower exemptions. Each has its own rules and paperwork. Applications go to the Volusia County Property Appraiser by March 1. Miss the deadline and you wait another year. Rules for all exemptions are in Chapter 196, Florida Statutes.
Business owners in Deltona can also claim the tangible personal property exemption. The first $25,000 of TPP value is exempt if you file a return with the property appraiser by April 1 each year.
VAB Appeals for Deltona Property Owners
Think your assessment is too high? Florida gives you a formal process. The Volusia County Property Appraiser mails a TRIM notice each August with the proposed value. You have 25 days from that mailing to file a petition with the Volusia County Value Adjustment Board.
The VAB is independent of the appraiser. A special magistrate hears your case and reviews the evidence from both sides. Bring comparable sales, photos of issues with the property, or an independent appraisal if you have one. The burden is on you to show the value is wrong. Most residential appeals are straightforward if you have good comparable sales nearby. The process is governed by Chapter 194, Florida Statutes. If the VAB does not rule in your favor, you can still appeal in circuit court. Pay the non-disputed portion of your tax while the appeal is pending to avoid late penalties.
Payment and Delinquency
Volusia County tax bills go out in November. The face amount is the full tax. Discounts start in November and run through February. Pay by March 31 or the bill becomes delinquent. Late taxes cost more because interest and fees are added. If a tax certificate is issued on your parcel and goes unredeemed for two years, the certificate holder can start a tax deed process. This can result in loss of the property. Pay on time to avoid it.
Online payment is available through the Volusia County Tax Collector's website. You can also mail a check or pay in person. An installment plan option lets you spread payments over the year if you prefer not to pay everything at once in November.
Public Records Access
Florida's public records law, Chapter 119, makes property tax records open to all. Assessment rolls, tax rolls, exemption files, and payment history are public. You do not need to be a Volusia County resident. You do not need to state why you want the records. Online portals cover most requests for free. For records not online, contact the Volusia County Property Appraiser or Tax Collector directly. More details on the county-level process are on the Volusia County property tax records page.