Duval County Property Search, Tax Records, Parcel Map & Homestead Exemption Help
A practical Jacksonville and Duval County guide for property appraiser search, owner lookup, address records, real estate parcel information, property ID lookup, Duval Property Map, assessed value, taxable value, homestead exemption, tax payment routing and VAB appeal help.
🔒 Official Duval County Property Appraiser Resources
What the Duval County Property Appraiser Does for Jacksonville Property Owners
The Duval County Property Appraiser is the official local office for property valuation, real estate parcel information, tangible personal property, ownership records, exemptions and assessment-related public data in Duval County, Florida.
Most users search for the Duval Property Appraiser because they want to find a Jacksonville property owner, verify an address, look up a property ID, check assessed value, review taxable value, use a parcel map, apply for homestead exemption, or understand why a property tax bill changed.
The Property Appraiser is not the same as the Tax Collector. The appraiser’s office handles value, exemptions and parcel record details. The Tax Collector or Duval Tax Office payment resources handle tax billing and payment. The Clerk handles recorded documents such as deeds, mortgages, liens and official records.
Property Appraiser
Owner records, address lookup, real estate parcel data, assessed value, exemptions, property ID search and map resources.
Tax Collector / Tax Office
Property tax bills, online payments, receipts, delinquent taxes, payment records and tax collection questions.
Clerk / VAB
Official records, deeds, mortgages, liens, recorded document history and Value Adjustment Board petition support.
Duval County Property Search by Owner Name, Address, Property ID or Parcel Record
The official Duval Property Appraiser search portal can help you find real estate parcel information for Duval County, including Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach and Baldwin.
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Open the official Duval property search portal
Start with the official COJ property appraiser search, not a copied third-party result.
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Use the official Duval County Property Appraiser search portal to look up real estate parcel information.
Official property search: https://paopropertysearch.coj.net/
The portal states that its real estate parcel information is updated daily and includes all real estate parcels in Duval County, including Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach and Baldwin.
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Choose basic search or advanced search
Use basic search for fast lookup and advanced search for deeper research.
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Use basic search when you have a property address, owner name or property ID. Use advanced search when you need sales research, filtered property research or a more detailed comparison.
Advanced search: Open official advanced search
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Open the correct property record
Verify site address, owner and property ID before relying on the result.
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After results appear, confirm the primary site address, owner name, property ID, legal description, sale details, building characteristics and value sections. Similar owner names and street names can create multiple possible results.
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Review value, exemption and tax-related clues
Do not stop after only finding the owner name.
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The most useful parts of a property record are often the assessed value, taxable value, land and building details, sale history, exemption status and official record book/page references. These details help buyers, homeowners, agents and researchers understand the property more accurately.
| Search Type | Best For | Practical Tip |
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| Owner name | Finding property connected to a person, trust or business. | Confirm the address and property ID because common names can return several matches. |
| Address | Homeowner lookup, buyer research, rental review and local parcel checks. | Try street number and street name only if full address search does not work. |
| Property ID | Fastest accurate lookup when you already have the ID. | Copy it carefully from an official bill, record or parcel page. |
| Advanced sales search | Comparable sales, property-type research and market review. | Compare similar property type, size, condition, neighborhood and sale timing. |
| Map search | Parcel location, nearby properties and geographic context. | Use map view when addresses are confusing or the parcel is vacant land. |
Duval Property Map, GIS-Style Parcel Review and Jacksonville Property Location Help
The Duval Property Map is helpful when you need more than a text record. It can help answer basic property questions, confirm parcel location and connect users to other City of Jacksonville department resources.
Confirm parcel location
Use map context to verify that the property record matches the correct Jacksonville or Duval County location.
Review nearby parcels
Map view helps compare nearby properties, street patterns, subdivisions and parcel context.
Check land context
Helpful for vacant land, commercial sites, beach-area properties, multi-parcel sites and irregular parcel shapes.
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Open the official Duval Property Map
Use the City of Jacksonville map resource.
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Open the official Duval Property Map to answer basic property questions and connect to other City resources.
Official Duval Property Map: https://maps.coj.net/duvalproperty/
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Compare map location with property record
Especially useful for vacant parcels and similar street names.
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Check the address, property ID and map location together. If a property has no obvious building, is near a boundary, or is part of a larger development, map context can prevent mistakes.
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Do not use map boundaries as a legal survey
Public maps are useful, but they are not a substitute for legal survey work.
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Use the map for general property research and location confirmation. For fence lines, encroachments, construction or legal boundary decisions, use a licensed surveyor and official recorded documents.
Duval County Homestead Exemption, Online Filing and Property Tax Savings
Homestead exemption is one of the most important reasons Jacksonville homeowners use the Duval County Property Appraiser website. Filing correctly can reduce taxable value and help protect long-term assessment increases where Florida law applies.
Homestead Exemption
For qualifying homeowners who use the Duval County property as their permanent residence.
Senior / disability / veteran
Some additional exemptions may be available depending on age, disability, veteran status, income or legal requirements.
Manual and online options
The City exemptions page lists online filing and also gives delivery, mail, fax and email options for required documentation.
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Search your property before filing
The online application requires you to identify the property record.
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Use the online homestead application system and search for your property by property ID, owner name or property address before continuing.
Official online homestead application: https://homestead.coj.net/
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Review the official exemptions page
Do this before uploading or mailing documents.
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The City of Jacksonville exemptions page lists homestead filing, manual application guidance and other exemption categories.
Official exemptions page: https://www.jacksonville.gov/departments/property-appraiser/exemptions
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Use the correct filing contact
Avoid sending sensitive documents to unofficial addresses.
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The official exemptions page lists Customer Service/Exemptions at 231 E. Forsyth Street, Suite 260, Jacksonville, FL 32202. It also lists fax 904-255-7963 and email pacustserv@coj.net for exemption-related documentation.
For questions, call 904-255-5900 before submitting sensitive information.
Market Value, Assessed Value, Taxable Value and TRIM Notice Review in Duval County
A Duval property record may show several value numbers. These values are not the same, and understanding them helps homeowners read a tax notice or question a value more intelligently.
| Value / Notice | What It Means | Why It Matters |
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| Market value | The appraiser’s estimate of property value for assessment purposes. | Useful when reviewing whether the assessed record looks reasonable. |
| Assessed value | Value after assessment limits or caps may apply. | Important for homestead and Save Our Homes situations. |
| Taxable value | Value after exemptions are applied. | Used with millage rates to calculate taxes. |
| TRIM notice | Notice of proposed property taxes before final tax bills. | Helps you review value, exemptions and proposed tax changes before final billing. |
Before questioning value
Check the property ID, site address, building size, land details, sale history, use code, exemptions and map location first.
Before paying taxes
Use the Tax Collector or Duval Tax Office payment portal to confirm bill amount, account details and payment status.
Duval County Property Tax Records, Online Payment and Tax Collector Routing
Many users search the Property Appraiser while trying to pay property taxes. The Appraiser explains value and exemptions, but tax bills and payments are handled through Duval tax collection resources.
Tax Collector website
Use the official Duval County Tax Collector website for tax-related services and county tax office information.
Online tax account search
The Duval County Tax Office online portal allows users to search accounts and pay online after locating the account.
| Task | Correct Office / Website | Use This For |
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| Search owner/address/property ID | Duval County Property Appraiser | Real estate parcel data, owner records and site address details. |
| Check assessed value | Duval County Property Appraiser | Market value, assessed value, taxable value and appraisal questions. |
| File homestead exemption | Duval County Property Appraiser | Homestead and exemption filing or documentation. |
| Pay property taxes | Duval County Tax Collector / Tax Office | Bills, payments, account search, receipts and collection. |
| Find deed or official record | Duval County Clerk | Official records, book/page search, deed and recorded document lookup. |
Duval County Property Record Tips Most Owners Miss
These practical checks can save time before buying, filing homestead, reviewing a TRIM notice, checking taxes, using the map or preparing an appeal.
Search by property ID when possible
Owner names and address spelling can vary. Property ID is often the cleanest way to find the correct parcel.
Use the map for location checks
Jacksonville has many similar street names and neighborhood areas. Map context helps confirm the correct property.
Do not confuse value with tax bill
The Property Appraiser explains value and exemptions. The Tax Collector confirms final bill, payment and receipt details.
Check exemptions after buying
New owners should verify their own homestead eligibility. The prior owner’s exemption does not automatically solve your filing requirement.
Use Clerk records for deeds
The appraiser record is helpful, but deed history and official book/page document searches belong in Clerk official records.
Call early before deadlines
Exemption, TRIM and VAB timelines can be strict. Contact the correct office early if something looks wrong.
Duval County Property Assessment Review and Value Adjustment Board Help
If your Duval County value, exemption status or classification looks wrong, begin by reviewing your property record carefully. Formal disputes may involve the Duval County Value Adjustment Board process.
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Check your property record for factual errors
Wrong data can affect a value discussion.
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Review property ID, site address, land size, building size, year built, use code, exemption status, sale history and map location. If a factual detail is wrong, contact the Property Appraiser before assuming a formal appeal is your only path.
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Prepare evidence, not only opinion
Comparable sales and property facts matter.
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Strong evidence may include comparable sales, photos, appraisal documents, repair estimates, incorrect property characteristics, exemption documents or other proof that supports your concern.
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Use official VAB resources if needed
Formal petitions should follow official county instructions.
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The Duval County Value Adjustment Board resource lists 117 West Duval Street, Suite 305, Jacksonville, FL 32202 and telephone 904-255-5124.
Official VAB resource: https://vab.coj.net/Axia2022/
Property Appraiser Records vs Tax Records vs Duval Clerk Official Records
Duval County has separate official systems for appraisal records, tax payment records and recorded legal documents. Using the correct one avoids incomplete answers.
Use Property Appraiser records for
Owner name, property ID, address, assessed value, taxable value, building details, land data, exemptions, parcel search and map context.
Use Tax Collector records for
Tax bills, payment status, receipts, tax account search, online payment and delinquent tax questions.
Use Clerk official records for
Deeds, mortgages, liens, releases, official record book/page searches, case number searches and recorded document history.
Use VAB resources for
Formal assessment, exemption or classification disputes when informal review does not resolve the issue.
| Need | Best Official Source | Direct Resource |
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| Owner, address or property ID | Property Appraiser | Property search |
| Homestead exemption | Property Appraiser | Online homestead application |
| Map and parcel location | City of Jacksonville | Duval Property Map |
| Tax account and payment | Duval Tax Office / Tax Collector | Tax account search |
| Deed, lien or official record | Duval County Clerk | Official records search |
Duval County Property Appraiser Address, Phone Number, Hours and Map
Use this section when you need to contact the official office, ask about a parcel record, confirm exemption steps, review a value question or find the correct Jacksonville/Duval office for your task.
| Office / Resource | Best For | Contact |
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| Duval County Property Appraiser | Property search, assessed value, owner records, exemptions, map help and appraisal questions. | 231 E. Forsyth Street, Suite 270, Jacksonville, FL 32202 Customer Service/Exemptions: 904-255-5900 Administration: 904-255-7998 |
| Customer Service / Exemptions | Homestead exemption, manual application, required documents and exemption filing questions. | 231 E. Forsyth Street, Suite 260, Jacksonville, FL 32202 Fax: 904-255-7963 Email: pacustserv@coj.net |
| Duval County Tax Collector | Property tax payment, tax accounts, receipts and tax collection. | Tax Collector website: taxcollector.jacksonville.gov Downtown listing: 231 E. Forsyth St., Jacksonville, FL 32202 Phone: 904-255-5700 |
| Duval County Clerk Official Records | Deeds, official records, book/page search, case number search and recorded documents. | Official records search |
| Duval County Value Adjustment Board | Formal assessment or exemption petitions. | 117 West Duval Street, Suite 305, Jacksonville, FL 32202 904-255-5124 |
Duval County Property Appraiser
231 E. Forsyth Street, Suite 270, Jacksonville, FL 32202
Duval County Property Appraiser FAQs
Quick answers for users searching Duval County property records, Jacksonville parcel lookup, owner search, homestead exemption, Duval Property Map, tax records and assessment appeal help.
How do I search Duval County property records?▾
Use the official Duval County Property Appraiser search portal at paopropertysearch.coj.net. You can search real estate parcel information and then confirm the site address, owner and property ID before relying on the result.
What is the official Duval County Property Appraiser website?▾
The official Property Appraiser page is hosted on the City of Jacksonville website at jacksonville.gov/departments/property-appraiser. The direct property search portal is paopropertysearch.coj.net.
Can I search Duval County property by owner name?▾
Yes. Use the official property search portal and confirm the property address and property ID because owner-name searches can return multiple records.
Can I search by address or property ID?▾
Yes. Address and property ID searches are common. Property ID is usually the cleanest match when you already have it from a tax bill, appraiser record or official document.
What areas are included in the Duval County property search database?▾
The official search portal states that the database includes all real estate parcels in Duval County, including Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach and the City of Baldwin.
What is the Duval County Property Appraiser phone number?▾
For customer service and exemption questions, the official pages list 904-255-5900. The administration division number listed on the contact page is 904-255-7998.
Where is the Duval County Property Appraiser office?▾
The office address is 231 E. Forsyth Street, Suite 270, Jacksonville, Florida 32202. The City contact page lists office hours as Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
How do I apply for homestead exemption in Duval County?▾
Use the official online homestead exemption application at homestead.coj.net or the City of Jacksonville Property Appraiser exemptions page. For questions, call 904-255-5900 or use the official exemption contact details listed by the office.
Does the Property Appraiser collect property taxes?▾
No. The Property Appraiser values property and handles exemptions. Tax billing and payment belong to the Duval County Tax Collector or official Duval Tax Office payment resources.
Where do I pay Duval County property taxes?▾
Use the official Duval County Tax Collector website or the Duval County Tax Office online portal. The online portal allows users to search an account and pay online after locating the account.
Where can I find deeds and official records in Duval County?▾
Use the Duval County Clerk official records search at or.duvalclerk.com for book/page searches, case number searches and recorded document research.
Is Property-Appraisers.org an official government website?▾
No. Property-Appraisers.org is an independent informational guide. Always use official City of Jacksonville, Duval County Tax Collector, Duval Clerk and VAB resources for property-specific applications, payments, values, deadlines and legal decisions.