Philadelphia Property Assessor 2026: Search Tax Records & Info

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Philadelphia 2026 Property Assessment & Tax Navigator

Search Philadelphia OPA Assessments, 2026 Tax Balances, 2027 Values and Deed Records

Philadelphia does not use the same county-assessor structure found in many other parts of Pennsylvania. The agency responsible for valuing real estate is the Office of Property Assessment (OPA). OPA determines the market value of more than half a million residential, commercial, industrial and institutional properties and maintains the City’s public property-search records.

The Department of Revenue bills and collects Philadelphia Real Estate Tax, the Board of Revision of Taxes (BRT) hears formal assessment appeals, and the Department of Records serves as Philadelphia’s recorder of deeds. As of August 7, 2026, the most important live issue is the newly released 2027 assessment: OPA began mailing valuation notices June 29, First Level Review requests are due September 1, and formal BRT appeals are due October 5.

Search by address, OPA number or DOR map number
Review 2026 tax balance and new 2027 value
File FLR by Sept. 1 or BRT appeal by Oct. 5
Find Homestead, LOOP, freezes and deed records
Search Philadelphia Property Search & Pay Tax Open Philadelphia Atlas Search PhilaDox Records
Valuation agency Office of Property Assessment
Assessment hotline 215-686-9200
Current tax rate 1.3998%
Formal appeal BRT
Last reviewed August 7, 2026
Current August 7, 2026 position

Philadelphia Is Already in the 2027 Assessment Cycle

OPA began mailing 2027 Notices of Valuation on June 29, 2026. Those new values are already available through Philadelphia Property Search. A property owner who disagrees with the new assessment has two important upcoming routes: a First Level Review with OPA by September 1, 2026 and/or a formal Board of Revision of Taxes appeal by October 5, 2026.
2026 Real Estate Tax is already past due The 2026 bill was due March 31, 2026. Unpaid balances have been accruing statutory additions beginning April 1.
2027 value is live now Search property.phila.gov to compare the new assessment with earlier valuation history and property characteristics.
Tax relief deadlines are still ahead Several homeowner programs—including LOOP and the tax-freeze programs—have September 30 deadlines, while Homestead applications for the 2027 bill are due December 1.
Do not confuse the tax year with the appeal year: the current unpaid or paid bill is the 2026 Real Estate Tax bill, but the assessment notice now being challenged in August 2026 is generally the value that takes effect for tax year 2027.
2027 timeline: valuation notices began June 29, 2026 → FLR due September 1 → BRT appeal due October 5 → Revenue begins mailing 2027 tax bills December 1 → new assessment takes effect January 1, 2027 → 2027 bill due March 31, 2027.
Philadelphia property records are split across agencies

Which Philadelphia Office Handles Your Property Question?

Office of Property Assessment

  • Property Search
  • Market value
  • Physical characteristics
  • First Level Review
  • Homestead administration
  • Abatements/exemptions

Board of Revision of Taxes

  • Formal market-value appeals
  • Uniformity disputes
  • Property-data disputes
  • Homestead appeals
  • Exemption disputes
  • Remote/in-person hearings

Department of Revenue

  • Real Estate Tax bills
  • Philadelphia Tax Center
  • Payments and balances
  • Delinquent taxes
  • LOOP / tax freezes
  • OOPA/payment plans

Department of Records

  • Deeds
  • Mortgages
  • Satisfactions
  • Recorded liens
  • Registry maps
  • Certified copies
Philadelphia is both a city and county government structure: you will not find a separate suburban-style Philadelphia County Assessor website. The Office of Property Assessment performs the real-estate valuation function.

Choose the Philadelphia Property Task You Need

Find a property Search by street address, OPA/BRT account number or Department of Records registry-map number.
Check 2027 value Compare the new market value with earlier years, sale history and physical characteristics.
Challenge the assessment File an OPA First Level Review and/or formal BRT appeal before the applicable deadline.
Reduce the tax Check Homestead, LOOP, Low-Income Freeze, Senior Freeze and installment-plan eligibility.
Check tax balance Use the Philadelphia Tax Center for bills, balances, payments, refunds and delinquency.
Find a deed Search PhilaDox, historical land records or the Department of Records Reading Room.

Jump to Your Philadelphia Property Task

Philadelphia Property Search Field Decoder

Street Address Best starting point for a home or commercial property. 1234 MARKET ST
OPA / BRT Account Number Unique account identifier shown on property and assessment records. 123456700
DOR Registry Map Number Department of Records parcel/map identifier useful in land-record research. Registry map #
Block Search Type “block:” before an address to review properties on the same block. block: 1200 Pine St
250-Foot Radius Useful for quickly reviewing nearby properties and valuation context. Map radius
Drawn Area Draw a custom boundary to compare a selected group of Philadelphia properties. Map polygon

What to Verify on a Philadelphia OPA Property Record

Property field What it tells you What to check
OPA Account Number City assessment-account identifier. Use the same number when comparing tax and appeal records.
Owner Ownership information associated with City records. Confirm the recorded deed when a transaction is recent.
Market Value OPA’s assessed market value of the entire property. Compare location, size, age, condition and recent similar sales.
Taxable Land Taxable portion attributed to the land. Do not interpret it as an independent land-sale appraisal.
Taxable Improvement Taxable portion attributed to structures/improvements. Square footage, building type and condition.
Exempt Land / Improvement Portion protected by an applicable exemption/abatement. Homestead and other relief status.
Building Description OPA physical-property characteristics. Stories, use, square footage, condition and construction.
Sale History Recorded sale dates and prices displayed by the City. Review the actual deed for legal transaction details.
Valuation History Prior assessment-year values. Compare 2026 with the newly posted 2027 assessment.
Homestead Status Whether the City currently shows the Homestead Exemption. The Property Tax Estimator should show Homestead status.
Philadelphia’s broader parcel and permit research tool

Use Atlas for Zoning, Permits, Maps and Property Context

Open Philadelphia Atlas. Go to atlas.phila.gov.
Search an address, OPA account or DOR number. Atlas connects a parcel to multiple City datasets.
Review zoning and property information. This is helpful when the property’s permitted use or physical characteristics affect your research.
Check permits, licenses and inspections. Compare construction history with what OPA currently describes.
Open document-archive links when available. Atlas can help bridge appraisal research with Department of Records information.
Use legal documents for ownership or boundaries. Atlas and OPA mapping are information tools, not title insurance or a professional boundary survey.
Useful appeal check: if OPA shows a building size or condition that does not match permits, recent demolition or physical reality, save those records as possible supporting evidence.
Philadelphia uses market-value assessment

How OPA Determines a Philadelphia Property Assessment

Property Data Size, age, use, condition and location.
Market Evidence Recent comparable property sales.
Market Area Geographic Market Area analysis.
Market Value OPA establishes assessed market value.
Tax Revenue applies relief and tax rate.
Residential property OPA considers factors such as size, age, location, condition and recent sales of similar properties.
Commercial / large multifamily OPA can consider sales, operating costs, property income and land/construction cost approaches.
Data sources The office uses field inspections, aerial imagery, City permit/deed information and commercial market sources.
Philadelphia assesses at market value: there is no Georgia-style 40% assessment ratio. The Real Estate Tax is calculated from the applicable taxable assessment after exemptions or assistance-program adjustments.
Current planning rate: 1.3998%

How Philadelphia Market Value Becomes a Real Estate Tax Bill

OPA Value Market value of the property.
Tax Relief Homestead, LOOP or freeze when eligible.
Taxable Value Amount subject to Real Estate Tax.
Current Rate City + School District rate.
Revenue Bill Department of Revenue collects.
Current rate: Philadelphia currently publishes a combined Real Estate Tax rate of 1.3998%, consisting of the City and School District portions.
2027 planning: the City’s July 2026 guidance tells owners to use the current 1.3998% rate when estimating the effect of their newly released 2027 assessment. The actual liability can change if the applicable rate changes before final billing.
2026 calendar with 2027 valuation deadlines

Philadelphia Property Assessment and Tax Timeline

2026 tax due Current-year Real Estate Tax payment deadline passed.
2027 values OPA started mailing valuation notices and posting updated assessments.
FLR deadline First Level Review request due to OPA.
Relief deadline LOOP and tax-freeze program deadline.
BRT deadline 2027 formal market-value appeal due.
Next bill cycle Revenue begins mailing 2027 bills; Homestead final application deadline also falls Dec. 1.
January 1, 2027: the newly released assessment becomes effective for the 2027 tax year. March 31, 2027: the resulting Real Estate Tax payment is due.
First Level Review deadline: September 1, 2026

How to Request an OPA First Level Review

Read your Notice of Proposed Valuation. The City includes an FLR request form with valuation notices.
Identify a valid assessment issue. Examples include incorrect market value, non-uniform assessment, missing/incorrect exemption or substantially incorrect property characteristics.
Do not base the request only on tax impact. OPA states that the amount of your tax increase or the percentage change by itself is not enough to prove the assessment is wrong.
Gather evidence. Add photographs, appraisals, repair information or other records explaining the value or data error.
Commercial and multifamily owners need more. Current OPA instructions require income and expense information for the preceding two years.
Submit the FLR by September 1, 2026. Missing the FLR deadline does not automatically remove the separate formal BRT route if that deadline remains open.
FLR and BRT are separate: you may file a formal BRT appeal in addition to—or instead of—the OPA First Level Review. Do not wait for an FLR result if waiting would cause you to miss October 5.
Lost the form? OPA says to call 215-686-9200 for a replacement First Level Review form.
2027 market-value appeal deadline: October 5, 2026

How to File a Philadelphia BRT Property Assessment Appeal

Choose the assessment ground. A BRT appeal should show that the estimated market value is too high or too low, is not uniform with comparable properties, or relies on substantially incorrect property characteristics.
Download the current Market Value Appeal form. Use the official BRT appeal forms page.
Prepare the property evidence. Include valuation evidence rather than only stating that the tax bill is unaffordable.
File by October 5, 2026. That is the published deadline for a tax-year 2027 market-value appeal.
Submit by an accepted route. BRT currently accepts the application by mail, in person or by emailing the completed PDF to appealinquiry@phila.gov.
Attend the hearing. Market Value Appeal hearings may be attended in person or remotely; use the hearing notice for the scheduled details.
  • 2027 valuation notice
  • Current Property Search record
  • Correct square footage
  • Property-condition photographs
  • Repair estimates
  • Recent appraisal if available
  • Comparable sales
  • Comparable assessments
Special timing exceptions: BRT rules include separate 30-day filing windows in certain circumstances, such as a late-dated assessment notice or a qualifying ownership/agreement-of-sale event after the ordinary October deadline.
“I am appealing Philadelphia OPA account __________ for tax year 2027. OPA shows market value __________. I believe the correct value is __________ because the property record / condition / comparable evidence shows __________.”
$100,000 taxable-value exemption

Philadelphia Homestead Exemption for the 2027 Tax Bill

$100,000 reduction The Homestead Exemption removes $100,000 from the taxable assessment of a qualifying primary residence.
Up to about $1,399 annual savings At the current 1.3998% rate, the City describes the benefit as savings of up to approximately $1,399 per year.
Primary residence required You must own the Philadelphia home and live in it as your primary residence.
No age requirement Homestead is not limited to senior homeowners.
No income limit The basic Homestead Exemption is not income-tested.
Usually apply once After approval, you generally do not reapply unless the deed or eligibility changes.
2027 bill deadline: apply by December 1, 2026. Philadelphia recommends filing by October 1 if you want the approval reflected on the initial Real Estate Tax bill; later approvals can result in a corrected second bill.
How to verify your status: search your address on property.phila.gov and look at the Real Estate Tax Estimator or the “Homestead Exemption” field in Property Details.
Homestead Exemption Instructions Review eligibility, December 1 deadline and online/phone/mail application routes. Apply Through Philadelphia Tax Center Under “Property,” search your address, open the OPA account and choose the real-estate assistance application.
2026 LOOP applications due September 30

Longtime Owner Occupants Program (LOOP)

50% one-year test A homeowner may qualify when the property assessment increased at least 50% from the prior year, subject to all other eligibility rules.
75% five-year test LOOP can also apply when the assessment increased at least 75% compared with the lowest qualifying value in the prior five-year period.
10-year occupancy Applicants generally must have lived in and owned the primary residence for at least 10 years.
Income limit applies LOOP eligibility depends on household size and income.
Tax account must be addressed Applicants must be current or participating in an eligible OOPA/installment arrangement.
September 30, 2026 deadline Applications received by the deadline can apply to the 2026 bill when eligible.
What LOOP actually does: it places a limit on the assessment Revenue can use for billing while the homeowner remains eligible. It is not the same as lowering OPA’s official market value.
Open LOOP Eligibility & Application Review current income rules, assessment-increase tests and September 30 deadline.
2026 tax-freeze applications due September 30

Low-Income and Senior Citizen Real Estate Tax Freezes

Low-Income Tax Freeze A qualifying owner-occupant can freeze the Real Estate Tax bill even if the assessment or tax rate later increases.
2026 Single-Person Income The current Low-Income Freeze limit is $33,500 in yearly gross income for a single person.
2026 Married Income The current Low-Income Freeze limit is $41,500 in gross income for a married couple.
Senior Citizen Freeze Qualifying older homeowners who meet age and income rules can prevent future tax increases above the applicable frozen amount.
Application Deadline Philadelphia’s current deadline for both Low-Income and Senior Tax Freeze applications is September 30.
Can Work with Homestead The Low-Income Freeze can be combined with Homestead when the homeowner qualifies for both programs.
Low-Income Freeze has no age requirement: the applicant must own and occupy the property and meet the income rules, but does not need to be a senior.
Senior retroactive rule: Philadelphia says seniors who missed the September window may be enrolled backdated when they were already eligible at age 65 or older, subject to program rules and documentation.
Compare Philadelphia Tax Freeze Programs Use the official City route for Low-Income and Senior Citizen freeze applications.
One application can screen multiple programs

Philadelphia’s Combined Property Tax Relief Application

1. Homestead Exemption Reduces the taxable value of an eligible primary residence by $100,000.
2. LOOP Caps the billable assessment for qualifying longtime owner-occupants facing large assessment increases.
3. Low-Income Freeze Prevents an eligible homeowner’s annual Real Estate Tax bill from rising.
4. Senior Tax Freeze Freezes qualifying senior homeowners at the applicable eligible tax level.
5. Installment Plan Allows eligible seniors and low-income owner-occupants to pay current Real Estate Tax in installments.
One Tax Center workflow Search the property, open the OPA-number hyperlink and choose “Apply for real estate assistance programs.”
The five programs do not share one deadline. The combined application simplifies paperwork, but each benefit retains its own eligibility and timing rules.
2026 taxes unpaid after March 31

What Happens When Philadelphia Real Estate Tax Is Past Due?

1.5% monthly additions Philadelphia states that additions accrue at 1.5% per month beginning April 1 and continuing through the remainder of the calendar year.
January delinquency stage If the balance remains unpaid into the following January, the tax becomes registered delinquent.
15% maximum addition Revenue describes a 15% maximum addition applied at the later delinquency stage.
Property-tax lien Delinquent taxes can become a lien against the real estate.
Collection action Unresolved delinquency can proceed through further City enforcement.
Sheriff-sale risk Long-term unpaid property taxes can ultimately place a property at risk of sheriff-sale proceedings.
Do not pay from an old paper bill: request the current balance through the Philadelphia Tax Center because additions and assistance-program adjustments can change the amount due.
“Please provide the current Real Estate Tax payoff for OPA account __________ through today. Confirm each unpaid tax year, principal, additions, credits, assistance-program adjustments, lien status and any active enforcement or sheriff-sale referral.”
Owner-Occupied Payment Agreement

Use OOPA When You Live in the Home and Owe Past-Due Tax

Affordable monthly payments OOPA is designed for homeowners who live in the property and owe past-due Real Estate Tax.
No down payment required Philadelphia currently states that an OOPA does not require an upfront down payment.
Legal interest can qualify Some residents who have a legal interest in the property but are not yet listed on the deed may still qualify.
Income-based payment Payment amounts can be based on household income or a review of income and expenses.
Some payments can be $0 Certain very low-income or qualifying senior participants can have extremely low monthly required payments.
Stay current going forward Depending on the OOPA category, new taxes may still need to be paid when due in addition to the repayment agreement.
Why act before enforcement: Philadelphia promotes OOPA as a way to address overdue taxes and reduce the risk of escalating collection action while the owner makes affordable payments.
Open OOPA Instructions Review residency proof, income documentation and online application options.
Overpayment or later assessment adjustment

When a Philadelphia Property Tax Refund May Be Available

Duplicate payment A homeowner or mortgage company may have paid the same liability twice.
Assessment change A later valuation adjustment can reduce the tax that should have been billed.
Relief applied later Homestead or another tax-relief adjustment can create an account credit.
Philadelphia may roll credits forward: if you want the overpayment returned instead of carried to a later bill, use the current Real Estate Tax refund process through the Philadelphia Tax Center.
Department of Records = Philadelphia Recorder of Deeds

How to Search Philadelphia Deeds, Mortgages and Recorded Property Documents

Identify the property first. Search property.phila.gov and save the street address, OPA account number and Department of Records map number when shown.
For 1974-present records, open PhilaDox. Use the official Department of Records PhilaDox public-access search.
Accept the records disclaimer. The Department warns that the index acts like a library-card catalog and is a guide to the underlying documents.
Search all possible name spellings. The official search specifically advises using spelling variations and multiple search criteria.
Open the actual document. Review the deed, mortgage, satisfaction, assignment or other recorded instrument rather than relying only on the index summary.
For pre-1974 deeds, use the historical system. Philadelphia’s historical land-record search provides digital deed images from 1683 through 1973.
For in-person research, use the Reading Room. The Department of Records maintains public land-record research services in City Hall.
Use a title professional when legal certainty matters. The Department itself recommends title insurance and professional assistance for deed preparation and ownership issues.
Land Records Access Guide Follow the Department of Records links to PhilaDox and historical deed resources. Report Suspected Deed or Mortgage Fraud Use the City form when you believe an unauthorized property document has been recorded.
Do not use the OPA owner field as a title opinion: OPA property information is designed for assessment administration. A recent transaction, estate, trust or disputed title requires the recorded documents and potentially a professional title search.
Current Department of Records fees

Philadelphia Deed, Mortgage and Land Record Fees

Service Published fee Practical note
Standard deed recording $278.75 Current published Department of Records recording fee; transfer taxes can be additional.
Miscellaneous deed $263.75 Use the applicable document type rather than assuming every deed costs the same.
Deed involving deceased spouse/partner $43.75 Special published fee applies when requirements are met.
Mortgage $248.75 Recording fee only; other taxes/charges may apply.
Mortgage assignment $246.75 Current published fee.
Mortgage satisfaction $231.75 Used when a mortgage lien is satisfied/released.
Recorded document copy $2/page Land-record copy fee.
Certification $2/document Added when a certified copy is needed.
Land-record staff search $20/hour minimum Current Department of Records search charge.
Recording fee ≠ total closing tax: Philadelphia Realty Transfer Tax is separate. The City currently publishes a combined City/Commonwealth transfer-tax rate of 4.578% for taxable transfers, subject to applicable law and exemptions.
Verify Current Recording Fees Check the live Department of Records fee schedule before preparing payment.
Recording a new Philadelphia deed

Before You Record a Deed with the Department of Records

Use a professional preparer The City recommends that a lawyer, title company or other qualified real-estate professional prepare a deed.
Philadelphia property required The document must identify Philadelphia real estate and meet the City’s legal-description requirements.
Notarization required Deeds and many other documents must contain the required acknowledgement.
Transfer-tax documents Taxable deeds require the applicable Philadelphia and Pennsylvania transfer-tax paperwork.
Appointment for in-person recording The City currently requires an appointment to record documents in person.
Card convenience fee Department of Records in-person credit/debit transactions currently carry a 3.5% convenience fee.
Recording intake: City Hall, Room 111, 1400 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19107. Current recording-service hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Philadelphia Buyer and Homeowner Property-Record Checklist

Situation Records to review Best next step
Buying a rowhome OPA value, Tax Center balance, deed, mortgage, liens, Atlas permits and zoning. Compare City records with title commitment and inspection.
New 2027 value looks high Notice, valuation history, property characteristics and nearby comparable records. File FLR by Sept. 1 and/or BRT appeal by Oct. 5.
OPA square footage is wrong OPA details, permit history, appraisal, plans and photographs. Use an official OPA inquiry and preserve appeal rights.
Primary residence has no Homestead Property Search exemption status and deed. Apply by Dec. 1, 2026 for the 2027 bill.
Longtime owner with sharp increase Current and prior five-year assessment history. Test LOOP eligibility before Sept. 30.
Low-income homeowner Household income and current tax account. Apply for Low-Income Freeze by Sept. 30.
2026 tax unpaid Live Tax Center balance, additions and assistance status. Pay or request OOPA/payment assistance now.
Ownership looks wrong PhilaDox deed, prior deeds and OPA record. Resolve the recorded title first, then correct City administrative records.
Mortgage paid off Recorded mortgage and satisfaction/release. Confirm the lender recorded a satisfaction; you do not receive a new deed merely because the mortgage was paid.

Philadelphia Property Search Problems and Fixes

Problem Practical fix Correct office
Cannot search by owner Use address, OPA account, DOR registry-map number or the map. Owner-name search was removed for privacy. OPA Property Search
Address is not found Try OPA account number or submit an official OPA property inquiry. OPA
2027 value seems incorrect Use FLR by Sept. 1 and/or BRT appeal by Oct. 5. OPA / BRT
Still waiting for FLR result Do not miss Oct. 5; a BRT appeal can be filed in addition to FLR. BRT
Homestead says “No” Apply through Tax Center or Homestead hotline if the property is your qualifying primary residence. Revenue / OPA
Tax bill differs from Property Search estimate Use the actual Tax Center account; property.phila.gov provides an estimator. Revenue
2026 tax is past due Get the live balance and explore OOPA or another payment plan. Revenue
Recent buyer not shown correctly Confirm the recorded deed in PhilaDox and then contact the relevant City office. Records → OPA
Need old deed before 1974 Use Philadelphia’s historical land-record search rather than modern PhilaDox. Department of Records
Need current deed image Search PhilaDox; free search and watermarked viewing are available, while printing requires subscription access. Department of Records
Boundary or easement question Use recorded documents, registry plans and a professional survey/title review. Records / private professional
Suspected deed fraud Use the Department of Records deed/mortgage fraud reporting process immediately. Department of Records
“I am researching Philadelphia OPA account __________ at __________. Property Search shows 2027 market value __________, while my deed / appraisal / permit / physical-property evidence shows __________. Please confirm whether I should submit an OPA inquiry, First Level Review, BRT appeal or Department of Records correction.”

Philadelphia Property Assessment, Appeal, Tax and Records Contacts

Office of Property Assessment 601 Walnut Street
Suite 300 West
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Assessment hotline: 215-686-9200
Main: 215-686-4334
Public service: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
Board of Revision of Taxes 601 Walnut Street
Suite 325 East
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-686-4343
appealinquiry@phila.gov
Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Department of Revenue Real Estate Tax / relief assistance
215-686-6442
Use the Philadelphia Tax Center for bills, payments, balances, Homestead and assistance applications.
Department of Records City Hall
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Main: 215-686-2262
Recording: 215-686-2290
records.info@phila.gov
Records Reading Room: City Hall, Room 154. Philadelphia’s current public guidance lists weekday Reading Room service for deeds, mortgages and satisfactions.
Official live-action routes

Philadelphia Property Record Action Center

Use the Property App for valuation, the Tax Center for actual tax accounts, BRT for a formal assessment appeal and the Department of Records for title documents.

Search OPA Property 2026/2027 value, sales history, characteristics and tax estimator. Open Tax Center Bills, balances, payments, refunds and assistance applications. File / Review BRT Appeal Formal assessment appeal rules and hearing process. Search PhilaDox Deeds, mortgages and land records from 1974-present.
Exactly 10 Philadelphia property answers

Philadelphia Property Assessor Search and Tax Records FAQs

1. Who is the Philadelphia Property Assessor?

Philadelphia does not use a county-style Property Assessor office. The Office of Property Assessment, or OPA, determines the market value of real property in the City and County of Philadelphia and maintains the public assessment database.

2. How do I search Philadelphia property assessment records?

Use property.phila.gov. You can search by property address, OPA/BRT account number or Department of Records registry-map number. The Property App also supports block searches and map-based searches. Public owner-name searching is no longer available because of privacy concerns.

3. What is the Philadelphia property tax rate in 2026?

Philadelphia currently publishes a combined Real Estate Tax rate of 1.3998% of taxable assessed value. The Property Search estimator uses this rate for current planning, but future liability can change if tax rates or relief programs change.

4. What is the deadline to challenge Philadelphia’s new 2027 property value?

OPA began mailing 2027 valuation notices on June 29, 2026. First Level Review applications are due September 1, 2026. Formal 2027 market-value appeals to the Board of Revision of Taxes are due October 5, 2026.

5. How much is the Philadelphia Homestead Exemption?

The Homestead Exemption removes $100,000 from the taxable assessment of an eligible owner-occupied primary residence. At the current tax rate, Philadelphia describes the potential annual savings as up to approximately $1,399.

6. When should I apply for Philadelphia Homestead for the 2027 tax bill?

The final application deadline is December 1, 2026. Philadelphia recommends filing by October 1 if you want an approved exemption reflected on the first 2027 Real Estate Tax bill. Applicants approved after October 1 can receive an adjusted second bill.

7. When was Philadelphia’s 2026 Real Estate Tax due?

The 2026 Real Estate Tax payment deadline was March 31, 2026. Unpaid balances are subject to additions beginning April 1. Property owners who live in the home and have past-due taxes may qualify for an Owner-Occupied Payment Agreement.

8. What is the 2026 Philadelphia LOOP deadline?

Philadelphia is accepting 2026 Longtime Owner Occupants Program applications through September 30, 2026. Qualifying homeowners must meet the program’s assessment-increase, occupancy, income and tax-account requirements.

9. How do I find a Philadelphia deed or mortgage?

Use the Department of Records PhilaDox system for land records from 1974 to the present. The search is free and watermarked documents can be viewed online; printing requires subscription access. Historical deed images from 1683 through 1973 are available through the Department’s historical land-record system.

10. How much does Philadelphia charge to record a deed?

The Department of Records currently lists $278.75 as the standard deed recording fee. Special deed types have different fees, and Philadelphia/Pennsylvania Realty Transfer Tax may also be due in addition to the recording charge.

Official Sources and 2026 Verification

Office of Property Assessment OPA responsibilities, contact information, Property Search and property-assessment services. Philadelphia Property Search OPA values, property characteristics, valuation history, sales, Homestead status and tax estimator. Property Assessments OPA valuation methods, Notice of Valuation and September 1, 2026 First Level Review deadline. 2027 Assessment Calendar June 29 mailing, Sept. 1 FLR, Oct. 5 BRT, Dec. 1 billing, Jan. 1 effective date and Mar. 31 payment deadline. Board of Revision of Taxes Appeals Filing grounds, accepted filing methods, special deadlines and hearing information. Philadelphia Real Estate Tax Current rate, March 31 due date, payment methods and delinquency rules. Homestead Exemption $100,000 exemption, application methods and December 1 deadline. LOOP 50%/75% assessment tests, 10-year occupancy rule and September 30, 2026 application deadline. Real Estate Tax Freezes Low-Income and Senior Freeze program routes and September 30 deadline. Owner-Occupied Payment Agreement Past-due tax repayment assistance for owner-occupied Philadelphia homes. Philadelphia Land Records PhilaDox 1974-present, historical deeds 1683-1973 and City Archives resources. Department of Records Fees Current deed, mortgage, copy, certification and search charges. Record a Deed Document preparation, recording requirements, appointments, payment and transfer-tax instructions. Philadelphia Atlas Property values, zoning, permits, inspections, maps and document-archive connections.
Verified specifically for August 7, 2026: OPA as Philadelphia’s valuation agency; James Aros Jr. as Chief Assessment Officer in the City’s 2027 valuation announcement; Property Search’s removal of owner-name searching; June 29 release of 2027 values; September 1 FLR deadline; October 5 BRT appeal deadline; current 1.3998% tax rate; March 31 Real Estate Tax due date; $100,000 Homestead Exemption; December 1 Homestead deadline; September 30 LOOP and tax-freeze deadlines; current Low-Income Freeze limits of $33,500 single/$41,500 married; OOPA availability; PhilaDox coverage from 1974-present; historical deeds through 1973; and current Department of Records recording fees.

CountyPropertyAppraiser.org is an independent informational website. It is not affiliated with the City of Philadelphia, Office of Property Assessment, Board of Revision of Taxes, Department of Revenue, Department of Records, Philadelphia Tax Center, PhilaDox, Tyler Technologies or any Philadelphia taxing authority.

Assessments, appeal deadlines, tax rates, assistance-program income limits, recording fees and property records can change. For deadline-sensitive actions, use the property owner’s actual notice and verify the current requirement with the responsible City office.

Last reviewed: August 7, 2026.

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Property Tax Bill Direction Helper

The Property Appraiser values property, but the Tax Collector usually handles the actual bill and payment.

Florida timing reminder: Many Florida tax bills are mailed around November and become delinquent if unpaid after March 31. Always verify exact dates, discounts, and payment fees with the official county Tax Collector.

County Office Call Script Generator

Generate a simple call or email script so you can ask the right office the right question.