Ebr County Property Assessor 2026: Search & Tax Records

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East Baton Rouge Parish Louisiana Property Records 2026

EBR Assessor Property Search, Parcel Maps, Homestead and Tax Records

“EBR County Assessor” searches normally refer to the East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor in Louisiana. Louisiana uses parishes rather than counties, so the official property office is the East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor, currently led by Brian Wilson.

The Assessor determines property value and assessment information, but the Sheriff and Tax Collector handles the actual property-tax bill and payment. The Clerk of Court maintains conveyance, mortgage and other recorded property documents. EBR also has several useful map and property-lookup systems, so the fastest research path depends on whether you need an assessment, physical parcel, tax balance or recorded deed.

Official SmartCAMA assessment search
Assessor GeoPortal + City-Parish property lookup
Residential assessment ratio: 10%
2026 taxes due December 31
View Your Assessment Open Assessor Map Property Tax Records Property Documents
Parish Assessor Brian Wilson
Assessor phone 225-389-3920
Residential ratio 10% of market value
Property tax due December 31
Editorial review August 12, 2026
Current August 2026 status

The 2026 Property Review Window Is Approaching

East Baton Rouge Parish opens its tax roll for a 15-calendar-day public inspection period each year. The Assessor states that this period occurs sometime between August 15 and September 15, with exact dates determined annually and published locally.
January 1, 2026 Property is assessed according to ownership and condition as of January 1.
August 15–September 15 The annual 15-day tax-roll inspection period occurs somewhere inside this range.
November 15 Louisiana Tax Commission certification is scheduled by this date.
December 31, 2026 Parish property taxes are due before becoming delinquent.
Do not guess the 2026 appeal deadline. The Assessor’s current Important Dates page does not publish the exact 15-day 2026 open-book dates. Call 225-389-3920 or use the live Assessor site to confirm the exact dates before relying on an appeal deadline.
Louisiana terminology

EBR Is a Parish, Not a County

Correct jurisdiction East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana.
Correct assessment office East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor.
Major communities Parish-wide property systems include Baton Rouge, Baker, Central, Zachary and unincorporated areas.
Search intent tip: typing “EBR County Assessor,” “Baton Rouge County Assessor” or “EBR assessor property search” should lead you to the East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor—not a county government.
Use the right office first

Assessor vs Sheriff & Tax Collector vs Clerk of Court

Parish Assessor

  • Property assessment search
  • Market value
  • Assessed value
  • Ownership on tax roll
  • Homestead Exemption
  • Special Assessment Level
  • Business personal property
  • Assessment review

Sheriff & Tax Collector

  • Property tax bill
  • Outstanding balance
  • Tax payment
  • Duplicate tax bill
  • Tax certificate
  • Delinquent taxes
  • Tax lien auction
  • Redemption

Clerk of Court

  • Conveyance records
  • Deeds / acts of sale
  • Mortgages
  • Property records
  • UCC records
  • Map indexes
  • Certified copies
  • Ownership-chain research
The Assessor does not accept property-tax payments. Tax collection belongs to the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff acting as Ex-Officio Tax Collector.

Choose Your EBR Property Task

Find an assessment Start with the Assessor’s SmartCAMA property-search portal.
Find a property by address Use the City-Parish EBRGIS Property Lookup.
Inspect parcel location Open the Assessor GeoPortal map.
Check property taxes Use the EBR Sheriff Tax Office.
Apply for tax relief Contact the Assessor for homestead, veteran, first-responder or Special Assessment Level relief.
Find deed or mortgage Use ClerkConnect through the Clerk of Court.

Jump to Your East Baton Rouge Property Task

Six Checks Before You Rely on an EBR Property Record

Assessment # Exact account.
Owner Tax-roll name.
Address Correct parcel.
Land Value/location.
Improvements Building value.
Homestead Exemption status.
Buying a property? Also obtain a current tax certificate from the Sheriff/Tax Collector and have title examined. The Assessor specifically recommends title research because an assessment page does not reveal every title defect or encumbrance.
Property-record decoder

What East Baton Rouge Property Record Fields Mean

Field Meaning Best next check
Assessment / Property Number Identifier connected to the tax parcel/account. Carry it into tax and GIS research.
Owner / Taxpayer Owner associated with the current assessment roll. Check Clerk conveyance record for legal ownership.
Market Value Assessor’s estimate of fair market value. Compare similar sales and property facts.
Assessed Value Statutory percentage of market value used before exemptions. Confirm property classification.
Land Value Market/assessment component assigned to the land. Review lot size, location and comparable land sales.
Improvement Value Value associated with buildings and improvements. Check size, age, condition and construction.
Homestead Exemption Tax relief for an eligible owner-occupied principal residence. Contact Assessor if missing.
Tax District / Location Area that determines which millages and special charges can apply. Use the actual Sheriff tax bill for final amount.
Louisiana assessment percentages

Residential Property Uses a 10% Assessment Ratio

Market Value Estimated fair-market value based on property characteristics and market evidence.
Residential Land Land is assessed at 10% of market value.
Residential Building Residential improvements are assessed at 10%.
Commercial Building Commercial improvements are assessed at 15% of market value.
Commercial property has mixed treatment. East Baton Rouge Assessor guidance states that land is assessed at 10% of market value, while commercial buildings and commercial movable property are generally assessed at 15%.
Example: a $250,000 owner-occupied residential property would generally start with about $25,000 of assessed value before considering Homestead Exemption and other applicable relief.
How value turns into tax

East Baton Rouge Property Tax Formula

1. Determine assessed value Apply the applicable Louisiana assessment ratio to market value.
2. Subtract exemptions Apply Homestead Exemption and other qualifying assessed-value relief.
3. Apply millage One mill equals $0.001 per dollar of taxable assessed value.
Illustrative example: if a residence has $17,500 assessed value and receives the ordinary $7,500 Homestead Exemption, the taxable assessed value for eligible parish millages becomes $10,000. A hypothetical 89.50 mills would produce $895 in those taxes.
The 89.50 figure is only an example—not a 2026 parish-wide rate. Millages vary by location and taxing district. Fire, crime, lighting, municipal and other charges can also differ by parcel. Use the live 2026 Sheriff tax bill when issued.
Municipal taxes are different. The Assessor states that the Homestead Exemption does not exempt municipal property taxes, so an owner inside an incorporated city can still owe city taxes even when parish taxable value is heavily reduced.
2026 assessment review

How the East Baton Rouge Open-Book and Appeal Process Works

The ordinary appeal process begins with the Assessor’s annual 15-calendar-day public-inspection period. The exact dates are selected annually within the August 15–September 15 window.
Assessment date Ownership/condition set for tax-roll purposes.
Check record Verify property facts and value.
Open books Public inspection lasts 15 calendar days.
Assessor review Discuss value discrepancy during inspection.
Board of Review Metro Council hears complaints after inspection.
State appeal Louisiana Tax Commission is the next level.
  • Assessment/property number
  • Current assessment record
  • Owner opinion of market value
  • Comparable property sales
  • Independent appraisal
  • Photos of property condition
  • Building measurements
  • Repair estimates
  • Survey / lot evidence
  • Documents showing factual errors
Call after August 1 for the exact annual dates. The Assessor’s own appeal guidance recommends contacting the office after August 1 to determine that year’s open-book dates.
“I am reviewing East Baton Rouge assessment number __________ at __________. The current market value is __________ and assessed value is __________. I believe the record/value should be __________ because __________. Please confirm the exact 2026 open-book dates and what evidence I should provide during review.”
Owner-occupied principal residence

East Baton Rouge Homestead Exemption

Up to $75,000 market value Louisiana commonly describes the Homestead Exemption as protection for up to $75,000 of qualifying residential market value.
$7,500 assessed value At the residential 10% assessment ratio, that equals up to $7,500 removed from eligible assessed value.
No annual reapplication normally After qualification, the Assessor says owners generally do not need to reapply every year unless title or occupancy changes.

Basic qualification path

  • Own the home
  • Occupy it as your residence
  • Qualify by December 31 of applicable tax year
  • Bring closing papers after purchasing
  • Apply through Assessor office
  • Keep Homestead card for records
New homeowner: the Assessor tells buyers to bring closing papers to one of its offices to sign the Homestead Exemption application.
Municipal taxes can remain. Homestead Exemption does not apply to municipal taxes, so a home in Baton Rouge, Baker, Zachary or another taxing jurisdiction can still have non-exempt charges.
Senior / disability assessed-value protection

Special Assessment Level: Current Income Ceiling $102,700

Current Assessor-published requirements

  • One owner must generally be age 65 or older as of January 1 of the qualifying year; certain disability categories can also qualify.
  • Total combined adjusted gross income cannot exceed $102,700 under the current Assessor guidance.
  • Applicant must own and occupy the property.
  • The property must receive Homestead Exemption.
This freezes assessed value—not the total tax bill. Millage changes or additions to living area can still change the amount owed.
Disability routes: the Assessor says a permanently 100% disabled civilian or a veteran with at least a 50% service-connected disability may qualify under the Special Assessment Level if the other requirements, including income, are met.
Surviving spouse: special circumstances may allow a qualifying surviving spouse age 55 or older, or a surviving spouse with minor children, to retain the level when the deceased spouse had qualified. Contact the Assessor for the exact situation.
Extended Homestead Exemption

Disabled Veteran Property Tax Benefits

Service-connected disability rating Current Assessor-published extended exemption
50%–69% Additional $2,500 of assessed-value Homestead Exemption.
70%–99% Additional $4,500 of assessed-value Homestead Exemption.
100% Eligible qualifying property may be exempt from its full assessed value for parish ad valorem taxation; city taxes/fees can still remain.
Documentation: the Assessor instructs qualifying veterans to bring the Disabled Veterans Property Tax Benefits Certification letter from the Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs.
Surviving spouse: the Assessor says a surviving spouse of a deceased qualifying veteran can remain eligible while continuing to own and reside on the property, subject to program rules.
Additional $2,500 assessed-value relief

First Responder Extended Homestead Exemption

East Baton Rouge Assessor guidance describes an additional $2,500 in assessed value that can be added to the ordinary $7,500 Homestead Exemption for qualifying first responders.

Law Enforcement Qualifying full-time public law-enforcement personnel.
Fire Protection Qualifying firefighters, with special provisions for certain volunteers.
Emergency Medical Services Qualifying government EMS personnel.
Rapid Emergency Response Other qualifying personnel whose duties include rapid emergency response.
Annual application: the Assessor states that first responders must apply annually. Retirees and surviving spouses do not qualify under the ordinary first-responder provision.
Sheriff Sid J. Gautreaux III

East Baton Rouge 2026 Property Tax Search and Payment

The Assessor determines assessed value, but the Sheriff collects the tax. The 2026 tax roll is certified later in the year, tax notices are generally mailed after certification in November, and payments are due by December 31.
Find the correct assessment first. Use SmartCAMA and save the assessment/property number.
Open the Sheriff Tax Payment page. Use EBRSO Property Tax Services.
Search the current property account. Confirm that the property description and account belong to the parcel you intend to pay.
Check for outstanding balances. The Sheriff says taxpayers can check online or call the Tax Office at 225-389-4810.
Confirm the current tax year and total. Do not pay a similarly named owner’s property account.
Complete payment and keep proof. Save the confirmation or obtain a receipt from the Tax Office.
Tax Office phone 225-389-4810
In-person Tax Office City Hall, 222 Saint Louis Street, Room 238, Baton Rouge.
Office hours Sheriff tax-payment page lists Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. for the City Hall Tax Office.
Owner changed after January 1? The tax notice can remain in the prior owner’s name because property is assessed as of January 1. The Sheriff says the new owner is still responsible for checking whether taxes remain due on the property.
Closing does not necessarily mean the tax was paid. The Assessor explains that taxes are commonly settled/prorated between buyer and seller at closing rather than paid to the Sheriff at that exact moment.
Escrow: if a mortgage company is supposed to pay the bill but has not done so by December 31, contact the servicer promptly and verify the live Sheriff account.
2026 tax lien auction already occurred

East Baton Rouge 2026 Tax Sale Timeline

June 3, 2026 Tax-sale advertisement date published by the Sheriff.
June 17, 2026 Bidder registration opened.
July 1, 2026 Registration closed at 4:30 p.m.
July 8, 2026 Online tax lien auction ran from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The 2026 auction is over as of this article’s August 12 verification date. Do not present July 8 as an upcoming sale.
Tax sale vs foreclosure: delinquent-tax auction activity is different from the Sheriff’s judicial foreclosure-sale process. Verify which type of sale you are researching before bidding or assessing title risk.
Redemption matters. The Assessor warns that property sold for unpaid taxes or adjudicated to the parish is subject to Louisiana redemption rules. Owners should contact the Sheriff for the exact payoff/redemption amount rather than estimating it.
Clerk Doug Welborn

Search East Baton Rouge Deeds, Conveyances and Mortgages

All real-property transfers are recorded through the East Baton Rouge Parish Clerk of Court. The Assessor then reviews recorded transfers and updates ownership on the tax roll.

Start with the Assessor property number and owner. Save these details before searching recorded documents.
Open ClerkConnect. Use the Clerk’s Online Access page to reach property records.
Search conveyance/property records. Look for recorded acts of sale, conveyances and ownership documents.
Search mortgage records separately when needed. A deed search alone does not identify every mortgage, release or lien issue.
Compare parties and legal description. Similar names can cause false matches.
Order a copy or certification when required. Use the Clerk’s current copy/certification options for transaction or legal use.

Current ClerkConnect published fees

Online access item Current published amount
24-hour pass $20
30-day pass $65
12-month pass $780
Online printing $0.60 per page
Electronic certification $5 per certified document
In-person examination: the Clerk states that its public civil, mortgage and conveyance records can be examined without charge during normal office hours; copy fees apply when copies are requested.
Online ClerkConnect is subscription-based. Do not describe East Baton Rouge’s full online deed/mortgage database as a completely free service.
Business personal property

EBR Business Personal Property Filing

Forms mailed The Assessor generally mails LAT business-reporting forms in February.
April 1 deadline Business personal-property self-reporting forms are due April 1.
Missed filing The Assessor warns that failure to report can result in an estimated assessed value.

Common EBR LAT forms

LAT-5 General business inventory, furniture, machinery, equipment and leasehold improvements.
LAT-11 Certain watercraft and vessels.
LAT-12 / LAT-13 Oil/gas property and drilling rigs.
LAT-14 / LAT-15 Pipelines and certain aircraft.
2026 filing deadline has passed. As of August 12, 2026, the ordinary April 1 business-property filing deadline is already past. A business that has not filed should contact the Assessor instead of assuming no assessment will be made.
Avoid missed homestead cards and tax notices

Update Your EBR Property Mailing Address

The Assessor emphasizes that a correct mailing address is important because returned mail can interfere with Homestead Exemption monitoring and tax-notice delivery.

Online contact form The Assessor’s email form can be used for a mailing-address change. Current instructions tell homeowners/business owners to enter the new address in the comments and upload a driver’s license for verification.

Mailing Address Change
Call the Assessor 225-389-3920
Tax-account mailing-address changes are routed through the Assessor rather than the Sheriff.
Buyer due-diligence workflow

Buying East Baton Rouge Property? Check More Than the Assessor Page

1. Assessment Verify property number, market value and Homestead status.
2. GIS / Jurisdiction Verify location, parcel context and whether property is in Baton Rouge, Baker, Central, Zachary or unincorporated parish.
3. Tax Certificate Confirm taxes are current through the Sheriff/Tax Collector.
4. Clerk / Title Research conveyances, mortgages and other recorded documents.
  • Current assessment
  • Actual Sheriff tax balance
  • Homestead status
  • Recorded deed
  • Mortgage/release records
  • Title examination
  • Survey and access
  • Flood-zone information
  • Zoning / land use
  • Permit history
  • Special district charges
  • Adjudication / tax-sale history
Homestead can change after a sale. Do not estimate your future property-tax bill using the seller’s exemption status without confirming your own eligibility.
Current property office contacts

East Baton Rouge Assessor, Tax Office and Clerk Contacts

Assessor — Brian Wilson City Hall, Room 126
222 St. Louis Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
225-389-3920
Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Sheriff Tax Office City Hall, Room 238
222 Saint Louis Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
225-389-4810
Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Clerk of Court — Doug Welborn Main Office
222 St. Louis Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Public Service: 225-389-3950
Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Assessor branch offices

Coursey Branch 10500 Coursey Blvd., Room 106
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
225-389-3901
Central Branch 14790 Wax Road, Suite 109
Baton Rouge, LA 70818
225-389-3922
Search and tax problem solver

East Baton Rouge Property Search Troubleshooting

Problem Best fix Correct route
Assessment search fails Try the City-Parish address/property lookup or Assessor map to identify the parcel first. SmartCAMA / GIS
Address is uncertain Search with street number or main street name and omit unnecessary prefix/suffix. EBRGIS Property Lookup
Owner appears outdated Search the latest recorded conveyance, then allow Assessor processing time. Clerk → Assessor
Market value seems high Gather comparable sales and contact the Assessor before/during the 15-day open-book period. Assessor
Exact 2026 appeal dates unknown Call 225-389-3920; annual dates are determined within Aug. 15–Sept. 15. Assessor
Homestead missing Bring closing/ownership documentation and verify owner occupancy. Assessor
Need current amount owed Check the Sheriff tax account rather than calculating from assessment alone. Sheriff Tax Office
Tax notice is in former owner’s name Compare the property description and check the live account; post-Jan. 1 transfers can remain in former owner’s name for the current roll. Sheriff + Assessor
Need deed or mortgage Use ClerkConnect property, conveyance and mortgage records. Clerk of Court
Need legal boundary Use recorded documents and a licensed surveyor; do not rely only on GIS. Clerk + Surveyor
Senior tax bill still increased Special Assessment Level freezes assessed value, not millage or every charge. Assessor
Business LAT-5 not filed Contact the Assessor because April 1 has passed and an estimated assessment may result. Business Personal Property
“I am researching East Baton Rouge assessment/property number __________ at __________. The online record shows __________, but my deed, appraisal, tax bill or other evidence shows __________. Please confirm which office controls this field and what documentation is needed to verify or correct it.”
Best research sequence

Research an East Baton Rouge Property in This Order

1. Assessor Find assessment number, value, ownership and exemption status.
2. GIS Confirm parcel location, jurisdiction and nearby property.
3. Sheriff Verify current tax balance, payment and tax-sale status.
4. Clerk Verify conveyances, mortgages and recorded legal documents.
For a purchase or major investment: add title examination, tax certificate, survey, flood-zone research, zoning, permits, easements, drainage, utilities, insurance availability and applicable special-district charges.
Official live-action routes

EBR Property Search Action Center

Assessment Search Find EBR Assessor property records. Parcel Map Open the Assessor GeoPortal. Tax Records Check payment and delinquency information. Property Documents Search conveyance and mortgage records.
10 EBR-specific answers

EBR Property Assessor Search & Tax Records FAQs

1. How do I search East Baton Rouge Parish property assessments?

Use the East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor’s official SmartCAMA View Your Assessment portal. Locate the correct parcel, save the assessment/property number, review market and assessed values, check Homestead Exemption status and then use the Sheriff’s separate system for the actual tax balance.

2. Is EBR a county or a parish?

EBR means East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana. Louisiana uses parishes instead of counties, so the correct office is the East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor rather than an EBR County Assessor.

3. Who is the East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor in 2026?

Brian Wilson is the current East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor. The main office is in City Hall, Room 126, at 222 St. Louis Street, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802. The main phone number is 225-389-3920.

4. What percentage of market value is East Baton Rouge residential property assessed at?

Residential land and residential buildings are generally assessed at 10% of market value. For example, a residence with an estimated market value of $250,000 would generally begin with about $25,000 in assessed value before exemptions.

5. What is the East Baton Rouge Homestead Exemption?

The ordinary Louisiana Homestead Exemption protects up to $75,000 of qualifying owner-occupied residential market value, which generally equals up to $7,500 of assessed value at the 10% residential assessment ratio. It does not exempt municipal property taxes.

6. What is the 2026 East Baton Rouge property assessment appeal deadline?

The Assessor opens the tax roll for a 15-calendar-day public inspection period within the August 15 through September 15 timeframe. The exact 2026 dates are determined annually and are not stated on the current Important Dates page, so taxpayers should confirm the live dates directly with the Assessor before relying on a deadline.

7. What is the East Baton Rouge Special Assessment Level income limit?

The current Assessor guidance lists a maximum combined adjusted gross income of $102,700. Qualifying owners must also meet the applicable age or disability rules, own and occupy the home and receive Homestead Exemption. The program freezes assessed value rather than the total tax bill.

8. When are East Baton Rouge property taxes due in 2026?

East Baton Rouge Parish property taxes are due by December 31, 2026 and become delinquent afterward. The Sheriff and Ex-Officio Tax Collector collects the taxes; the Assessor does not accept property-tax payments.

9. Where do I search East Baton Rouge deeds and mortgages?

Use the East Baton Rouge Parish Clerk of Court’s ClerkConnect property-record system for conveyance, mortgage, UCC and related recorded documents. In-person public examination is available during normal Clerk office hours, while online ClerkConnect access is subscription-based.

10. What should I do if an EBR property record is wrong?

Contact the Assessor for incorrect market value, assessed value, Homestead Exemption, ownership-on-roll or assessment-record issues; the Sheriff Tax Office for balances, payments and delinquent taxes; and the Clerk of Court for recorded conveyance or mortgage documents. Keep the assessment/property number and supporting evidence ready.

Official Sources and Editorial Verification

East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor Main portal for assessment search, maps, homestead, tax information and office services. Assessor Contacts Brian Wilson, main office, branch locations, telephone numbers and hours. Assessments & Millages 10% residential ratio, commercial assessment rules, Homestead calculation and millage formula. General Information Homestead, Special Assessment Level, tax bills, ownership transfer, appeals and tax-sale guidance. Important Dates January 1 assessment date, April 1 business filing, annual open-book window, November certification and December 31 tax deadline. SmartCAMA Assessment Search Official Assessor-linked property assessment lookup. Assessor GeoPortal Official parcel mapping and assessment context. City-Parish Property Lookup Address, subdivision, business, NAICS and lot-ID property search across the parish. EBR Sheriff Tax Payments Current property-tax responsibilities, outstanding balance guidance, payment locations and 2026 tax-sale schedule. Sheriff Contacts Tax Office phone 225-389-4810 and other Civil Division contacts. ClerkConnect Property Records Online conveyance, mortgage, property and UCC research plus current subscription/copy fees. Business Personal Property LAT forms, April 1 filing deadline and reporting requirements.
Verified for this article: East Baton Rouge Parish jurisdiction, current Assessor Brian Wilson, Assessor office and branch contacts, SmartCAMA assessment search, Assessor GeoPortal, City-Parish property lookup fields, 10% residential assessment ratio, 15% commercial-building ratio, ordinary Homestead Exemption, current $102,700 Special Assessment Level income ceiling, disabled-veteran extended exemption levels, first-responder exemption, annual 15-day public-inspection process, December 31 property-tax deadline, Sheriff Sid J. Gautreaux III, Tax Office contact, July 8, 2026 tax lien auction, Clerk Doug Welborn, ClerkConnect property records and current online-access fees.

CountyPropertyAppraiser.org is an independent informational website. It is not affiliated with the East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor, East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office, East Baton Rouge Parish Clerk of Court, City of Baton Rouge/Parish of East Baton Rouge, Louisiana Tax Commission, SmartCAMA, GeoPortal, ClerkConnect or any government agency or portal provider.

Assessment values, millages, exemptions, income limits, public-inspection dates, tax balances, tax-sale schedules, fees, officeholders and online interfaces can change. Verify time-sensitive information directly with the responsible official office before filing an appeal, paying taxes, claiming an exemption, buying property or making a legal decision.

Editorial verification date: August 12, 2026.

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