Search Martin County property records, read the value card and avoid tax-bill mistakes
Use this page as a task guide. Search by Parcel ID, Account Number, Subdivision, Address or Owner Last Name, then check the card, map, homestead status, TRIM notice, VAB timing and tax bill route.
Start with the task you need
Find property record
Use Parcel ID or Account Number for exact lookup. Use address or owner last name when you do not have the IDs.
Read property card
Check owner, situs address, mailing address, Parcel ID, Account Number, value fields and exemptions.
Open map
Use map for parcel location, nearby lots, aerial context, water areas and subdivision review.
File homestead
File online, by mail or in person by March 1. Prepare residency proof before starting.
Pay tax bill
Use the Tax Collector for property tax bill, receipt, discount period and delinquency questions.
Dispute value
Review TRIM notice, collect evidence and file VAB if informal review does not resolve the issue.
Task finder: choose the correct official page
Select your issue and get the right official link, what to prepare and what to check after the page opens.
Select an issue and click the button.
Real property search: exact micro-steps
Use this when you need the owner, Parcel ID, Account Number, address, property value, sale history, exemption status or TRIM-related research.
Property card decoder
| Field | Meaning | Action if wrong |
|---|---|---|
| Parcel ID | Core property identifier used for search, map, TRIM, taxes and VAB. | Copy exactly from the official card before calling or filing. |
| Account Number | Another important property identifier used across county records and tax pages. | Save it with Parcel ID; use both when contacting offices. |
| Owner | Owner of record shown by the Property Appraiser. | Check recent deed, trust, probate or LLC records. |
| Situs address | Physical property location. | Compare with map and legal description. |
| Mailing address | Address used for official assessment and tax-related notices. | Use Address Change Request before TRIM and tax bill season. |
| Subdivision | Subdivision or neighborhood context used for property identification. | Compare with legal description, map and recorded documents. |
| Building data | Area, improvement, year built and property characteristics used in appraisal. | Prepare photos, permits, survey, floor plan or repair evidence. |
| Exemptions | Homestead or other benefits currently applied. | Check filing proof, deadline, eligibility and January 1 residence status. |
Value decoder: which number matters?
Market value
Appraiser’s estimate of value. Use this for valuation review.
Assessed value
Value after limits such as Save Our Homes or other caps.
Exempt value
Reduction from homestead or other approved exemption.
Taxable value
Value used by taxing authorities for ad valorem taxes.
| What you see | Likely meaning | Next step |
|---|---|---|
| Market value increased | Estimated value changed based on appraisal analysis. | Compare property data, sales and condition. |
| Assessed value lower than market | Save Our Homes or a cap may be limiting assessed value. | Check before sale, ownership change or portability decision. |
| Prior owner’s tax bill was low | The prior owner may have had homestead/SOH protection. | Use the tax estimator before assuming future taxes stay the same. |
| Homestead not shown | Filing, eligibility, document or deadline issue. | Find application confirmation and call the Property Appraiser. |
Problem solver: fix common Martin County property record issues
| Problem | Likely cause | Best action |
|---|---|---|
| Address search fails | Too much address text, suffix, unit or punctuation mismatch. | Search house number plus main street, then try Parcel ID or Account Number. |
| Owner name looks old | Recent deed, trust, estate or LLC update may not show yet. | Check Clerk official records and call with Parcel ID. |
| Mailing address is wrong | Address change not submitted or not processed. | Use official Address Change Request and save proof. |
| Building details look wrong | Sketch, permit, improvement or damage data may need review. | Prepare photos, permits, survey, floor plan or repair proof. |
| Tax bill is higher than expected | Change in ownership, reset assessed value, discount month or delinquency. | Check Tax Collector bill and Property Appraiser tax estimator. |
| Map boundary looks wrong | Map layer or parcel display issue. | Use map as reference only; legal boundary needs survey/title review. |
Real property map checklist
Homestead exemption: document kit and risk checks
Basic eligibility
Own or have legal/equitable interest and make the home your permanent residence as of January 1.
Filing options
Online, by mail or in person. Mailed applications need to be postmarked by March 1.
Buyer warning
Prior owner’s homestead or agricultural classification does not transfer to the new owner.
Prepare before filing
- Florida driver license or Florida ID information.
- Florida voter registration information or declaration of domicile if used.
- Florida vehicle registration information if you own or drive a vehicle in Florida.
- Social Security number for applicant and spouse if married.
- Ownership details, Parcel ID and Account Number.
- Trust Certificate if property interest has been transferred into a trust.
- Permanent Resident Card information if not a U.S. citizen and eligible.
- Evidence that any out-of-state residency-based benefit was cancelled if applicable.
Save Our Homes and portability
| Topic | Official meaning | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Save Our Homes cap | Annual assessed value increase for homestead property is limited to 3% or CPI, whichever is lower. | Compare market value and assessed value before assuming tax impact. |
| Not a tax cap | SOH limits assessed value, not property taxes themselves. | Still review millage, exemptions and tax bill. |
| Change in ownership | Accumulated non-taxed assessed value may reset after ownership change. | Buyer should not assume the seller’s tax bill continues. |
| Portability window | A homeowner moving from one Florida homestead to another has a defined window to re-establish homestead and retain SOH benefit. | Apply with the new homestead and keep prior property details ready. |
| Upsizing | Can transfer 100% of SOH benefit to new homestead up to $500,000 transferred benefit. | Use portability/tax estimator before buying. |
| Downsizing | Can transfer a benefit that protects the same percentage of value, up to $500,000. | Review estimate and official rules before closing. |
Tax estimator, tax bill and payment timeline
Use Property Appraiser for
Market value, assessed value, taxable value, exemptions, TRIM, property record and tax estimator.
Use Tax Collector for
Tax bill, payment, receipt, discount, delinquency, certificates and payment explanations.
| Date or month | Tax rule | User action |
|---|---|---|
| Around Nov 1 | Tax statements are normally mailed. | Search online if the bill is missing. |
| November | 4% discount if paid in November. | Best month to pay if not escrowed. |
| December | 3% discount. | Confirm account, owner and tax year. |
| January | 2% discount. | Save receipt and confirmation. |
| February | 1% discount. | Avoid last-minute delay. |
| March 31 | Gross amount due. | Pay before deadline. |
| April 1 | Unpaid real property taxes become delinquent with interest added. | Contact Tax Collector quickly if unpaid. |
| By Apr 30 | Applications for next year’s installment plan are due by April 30. | Apply early if you want installment payments. |
| June | Tax certificate sale for delinquent real estate taxes begins on or before June 1. | Resolve delinquency before certificate-sale risk. |
TRIM notice and VAB appeal evidence
| Issue | Evidence to collect | Practical next step |
|---|---|---|
| Market value too high | Comparable sales, appraisal, photos, repair estimates, condition notes. | Ask for review, then file VAB if unresolved before deadline. |
| Homestead missing | Application confirmation, ID, residency proof, ownership documents. | Contact office quickly and keep all confirmation proof. |
| Property details wrong | Photos, permit, survey, floor plan, demolition or damage proof. | Request correction before relying on value. |
| Exemption/classification denied | Eligibility documents, denial notice, residency, business or agricultural proof. | Review 30-day notice timing and VAB requirements. |
| Portability issue | Prior homestead, prior market value, prior assessed value and sale/move date. | Confirm timing and transfer calculation before petition. |
Address change and record correction
Scenario checklist
New buyer
Check Parcel ID, Account Number, owner, legal description, map, tax estimator, prior exemptions and tax bill.
Current homeowner
Check mailing address, homestead, SOH benefit, TRIM notice, tax bill and appeal deadline.
Florida mover
Check prior homestead, portability timing, SOH benefit and March 1 filing deadline.
Rental owner
Check homestead loss risks, tax bill, mailing address and whether any residency benefits conflict.
Waterfront or coastal parcel
Check map context, flood risk, elevation, survey, insurance, permits and local development rules.
Appeal user
Collect TRIM notice, property card, photos, sales, permits, estimates and exact field errors.
Helpful video
This official Martin County Property Appraiser channel video explains TRIM notice basics. Use it as education, then check the official property card, TRIM notice, Parcel ID, Account Number, exemptions and recent comparable sales.
Martin County property owner timeline
Office contacts and map
| Office or service | Contact | Use for |
|---|---|---|
| Main Property Appraiser Office | 3473 SE Willoughby Blvd., Suite 101, Stuart, FL 34994 Phone: (772) 288-5608 Email: info@pamartinfl.gov | Records, values, exemptions, TRIM, search help and general property questions. |
| Hobe Sound Branch | 11726 SE Federal Hwy, Hobe Sound, FL 33455 Phone: (772) 546-1309 Open Monday & Tuesday, 8am-5pm, closed for lunch | In-person support for Hobe Sound area users. |
| Indiantown Branch | 16550 Warfield Blvd, Indiantown, FL 34956 Phone: (772) 288-5608 By appointment, call ahead | Appointment-only support. |
| Martin County Tax Collector | Online Payments | Tax bill, payment, receipt, discount period and delinquent tax. |
| Martin Clerk Value Adjustment Board | Value Adjustment Board | Formal VAB petition, hearing, filing fee and required-payment rules. |
Call or email script generator
Use this when contacting the Property Appraiser, Tax Collector or VAB office.
Martin County Property Appraiser FAQs
How do I search Martin County property records?
Open the official Real Property Search page and search by Parcel ID, Account Number, Subdivision, Address or Owner Last Name. Open the matching record and compare owner, address, Parcel ID and Account Number.
Can I search by owner name?
Yes. Use Owner Last Name search. If there are many results, compare address, subdivision, Account Number and Parcel ID before trusting the record.
What is the Account Number used for?
The Account Number helps identify the property record and may be useful when comparing Property Appraiser search, tax bill and other county records.
Where do I open Martin County property map?
Use the Real Property Map link from the official Property Appraiser website to view parcels, map context and nearby properties. Use map as reference, not as a legal survey.
Where do I apply for homestead exemption?
Use the official Online Homestead Exemption Application page. Review instructions, prepare required documents and complete the application fully once started.
What is the Martin County homestead deadline?
The official homestead guidance says applications must be submitted online, by mail or in person by March 1. Mailed applications need to be postmarked on or before March 1.
Can homestead transfer automatically when I buy a house?
No. Martin County warns that homestead exemptions and agricultural classifications are not transferable to the new owner. New buyers must apply for their own benefits.
Where do I pay Martin County property taxes?
Use the Martin County Tax Collector online payments page and choose the property tax payment option. Confirm Account Number, owner, tax year and amount before payment.
When do Martin County property taxes become delinquent?
The Tax Collector says unpaid real property taxes become delinquent April 1, and interest is added to the gross tax amount.
How do I dispute my Martin County property value?
Review your TRIM notice and property record, collect evidence, contact the Property Appraiser for informal review and file a VAB petition with the Clerk if unresolved before the deadline.
Official Martin County property sources
Use official pages for final submission, current forms, updated deadlines, fees and office details.
Property Appraiser Home: Official Website
Real Property Search: Search Property Records
Real Property Map: Open Map Search
Homestead General Information: Homestead Exemption Info
Online Homestead Application: Apply Online
Save Our Homes / Portability: SOH and Portability
TRIM Notice Search: TRIM Notice Search
Address Change: Address Change Request
Tax Estimator: Property Tax Estimator
Tax Collector Online Payments: Pay Property Tax
Tax Collector Important Dates: Important Tax Dates
Value Adjustment Board: Martin Clerk VAB
Property Fraud Alert: Martin Clerk Property Fraud Alert
Editorial verification note: official sources reviewed on July 5, 2026. This guide is informational and does not replace Martin County official instructions, legal advice, appraisal advice, tax advice, survey advice or VAB filing guidance.