Flagler County Property Assessor 2026: Search & Tax Records

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Flagler County Florida Property Records Guide

Search Flagler County Property Values, Parcel Maps, TRIM Records and Taxes

Flagler County’s Property Appraiser provides a county-linked qPublic system for researching homes, vacant lots, commercial parcels and other real estate in Palm Coast, Bunnell, Flagler Beach, Beverly Beach, Marineland and unincorporated Flagler County. You can use it to review ownership, parcel identification, sales, just value, assessed value, taxable value, exemptions and mapping before moving to the Tax Collector for the actual tax bill.

August 2026 is especially important. Florida property values are based on January 1 status, and Flagler County’s annual calendar requires TRIM notices to be delivered no later than August 24. Once your TRIM notice is mailed, the clock for a Value Adjustment Board petition is generally only 25 days, making this the right time to check your parcel before the notice arrives.

Search by owner, address, parcel and map
Review 2026 just, assessed and taxable value
Prepare for the August TRIM/VAB window
Check taxes, deeds and exemptions separately
Search Property Records Open Parcel Map Search / Pay Taxes Deeds & Official Records
Property Appraiser James E. Gardner, Jr., CFA
Property Appraiser 386-313-4150
2026 Valuation Date January 1
Tax Collector Shelly Edmonson, CFC
Reviewed August 12, 2026
August 2026 action window

Flagler County TRIM Notices Are the Next Major Property-Tax Deadline

Use the next several days to inspect your parcel record before the TRIM notice arrives. Flagler County’s Property Appraiser calendar requires 2026 Notices of Proposed Property Taxes to be delivered no later than August 24. The notice will show the proposed just value, assessed value, taxable value, exemptions and proposed taxes.
Search your parcel now Compare owner, address, land, buildings, sales, exemption status and assessed value before relying on the TRIM.
Watch the mailing date The VAB filing deadline is generally 25 days after the Property Appraiser mails the TRIM notice. Your notice prints the actual deadline.
Installment-plan owner? The second installment is due by September 30 and carries the plan’s 4.5% discount.
Do not wait for the November tax bill to dispute value. The November bill comes after the annual assessment and VAB review period. Value, exemption and classification concerns should be addressed when the August TRIM arrives.
Use the correct Flagler County office

Property Appraiser vs Tax Collector vs Clerk vs Value Adjustment Board

Property Appraiser

  • Owner / parcel search
  • Just market value
  • Assessed value
  • Taxable value
  • Homestead
  • Save Our Homes
  • Portability
  • Senior / veteran exemptions
  • Agricultural classification
  • TPP valuation

Tax Collector

  • Annual tax bill
  • Property-tax payments
  • Early-payment discount
  • Installment plan
  • Delinquent taxes
  • Tax certificates
  • Homestead tax deferral
  • Payment receipts

Clerk & Comptroller

  • Deeds
  • Mortgages
  • Assignments
  • Satisfactions
  • Claims of lien
  • Judgments
  • Subdivision plats
  • Tax deed files

Value Adjustment Board

  • Assessment appeals
  • Denied exemptions
  • Denied classifications
  • Portability disputes
  • Deferral appeals
  • Special magistrate hearings
Fast routing: “My property’s value is wrong” → Property Appraiser/VAB. “How much do I owe?” → Tax Collector. “Who owns it under the recorded deed?” → Clerk & Comptroller.

Flagler County Property Search Field Decoder

Field What it means What to check
Parcel Number Unique parcel/account identifier used by the Property Appraiser. Save it for Tax Collector, map and document research.
Owner Ownership information used for assessment administration. Use Clerk Official Records when legal title matters.
Just Value Property Appraiser’s estimate of fair market value as of January 1. This is usually the main value issue in a VAB appeal.
Assessed Value Value after applicable constitutional/statutory assessment limits. Compare with Save Our Homes or non-homestead cap status.
Taxable Value Assessed value after applicable exemptions. Different taxing authorities can have different taxable values.
Sales Recorded transfers associated with the parcel. Not every recorded transfer is necessarily an arm’s-length market sale.
Buildings Property characteristics used in appraisal. Living area, year built, additions, quality and other physical data.
Exemptions Benefits reducing taxable value for qualifying owners/property. Confirm the exemption appears on the 2026 TRIM.
Florida January 1 valuation system

How Flagler County Establishes Property Value

The Property Appraiser considers every parcel’s value as of January 1 each year. The office analyzes qualified market transactions and property characteristics and can use sales comparison, cost and income approaches depending on the property.

Sales Comparison Similar arm’s-length sales are analyzed to indicate market value.
Cost Approach Estimates land plus replacement cost of improvements, adjusted for depreciation.
Income Approach Commonly used for income-producing commercial property by studying rent, expenses and expected return.
January 1 controls the valuation date. A sale later in 2026 can provide market context, but the 2026 tax roll asks what the property was worth and how it qualified as of January 1, 2026.
Florida assessment caps

Save Our Homes and the 10% Non-Homestead Assessment Cap

Homestead After the qualifying base year, annual assessed-value growth is limited to the lower of 3% or the applicable CPI percentage, excluding qualifying new improvements.
Non-Homestead Many eligible non-homestead properties are subject to a 10% annual assessment increase limitation.
Change of Ownership A qualifying ownership change can cause the assessment cap to reset and the property to be reassessed at just value the following January 1.
Buyer’s biggest tax mistake: do not assume the seller’s current taxable value or tax bill will continue after purchase. A longtime homestead owner can have a large Save Our Homes difference that disappears after a transfer.
Non-homestead cap limitation: Flagler County notes that the 10% non-homestead assessment cap does not apply to school taxes.
2026 primary-residence exemption

Flagler County Homestead Exemption

The Flagler County Property Appraiser currently lists a $51,411 homestead exemption reflecting Florida’s inflation adjustment to the additional homestead portion. The actual tax benefit varies because part of the homestead exemption does not apply to school taxes.

January 1 qualification The owner must have qualifying legal or beneficial title and make the home a permanent residence as of January 1.
March 1 filing deadline The normal timely deadline for the current year’s homestead exemption is March 1.
New property = new application Flagler County warns that homestead does not automatically follow an owner to a newly purchased home.

First-time Flagler applicants should prepare

  • Florida driver license or ID showing homestead address
  • Florida vehicle registration, if applicable
  • Flagler County voter registration, if registered
  • Social Security numbers for applicants/spouse
  • Citizenship/permanent-residency evidence when applicable
  • Complete trust when title is held in trust
  • Recorded deed or tax bill
  • Mobile-home registration/title when applicable
August 2026: the March 1 timely filing date has passed. Florida law has limited late-filing procedures, so contact the Property Appraiser rather than assuming you must wait until 2027.
Flagler County Homestead Instructions Review current qualifications and the documents required for a new application.
Transfer your Save Our Homes difference

Flagler County Portability After Moving

A Florida homeowner who abandoned a prior homestead may be eligible to transfer—or “port”—some or all of the prior Save Our Homes assessment difference to a new Flagler County homestead when the statutory timing requirements are met.

Prior homestead Flagler County explains that the prior homestead can generally have been held in one of the preceding three years.
File new homestead You must establish and apply for the new qualifying homestead.
Apply for transfer Portability is not automatically created simply because both properties are in Florida.
Moving within Flagler County still requires action. Selling one Flagler County homestead and buying another does not automatically transfer the exemption or Save Our Homes benefit.
Flagler Exemption & Portability Forms Look for DR-501 Homestead Application and DR-501T Transfer of Homestead Assessment Difference.
Age 65+ limited-income benefit

2026 Flagler County Senior Homestead Exemption

Flagler County provides an additional senior homestead exemption of up to $50,000 for qualifying homeowners where the applicable county or municipality has adopted the exemption.

Age 65+ Applicant must be age 65 or older on January 1 of the year for which the exemption is claimed.
2026 income limit: $38,686 Flagler County’s current senior page lists $38,686 as the household adjusted-gross-income limitation.
Homestead required The owner must qualify for the ordinary Florida homestead exemption.
Long-term senior exemption: a separate local option may apply to a qualifying owner age 65+ who has maintained the property as a permanent residence for at least 25 years, meets the income limit and meets the statutory value test.
March 1 was the normal filing deadline. First-time applicants should contact the Property Appraiser for current late-filing options rather than relying on a prior-year application schedule.
Florida and Flagler veteran benefits

Veteran and Service-Member Property Tax Benefits

$5,000 Disabled Veteran Exemption A qualifying Florida resident veteran with at least a 10% service-connected disability can qualify under the applicable statutory rules.
Total & Permanent Disability Qualifying honorably discharged veterans with a service-connected total and permanent disability can receive total exemption.
Age 65 Combat-Related Discount A qualifying veteran age 65+ with combat-related service-connected disability can receive a percentage discount tied to the disability rating.
Deployed Service Member Florida provides a homestead exemption based on qualifying deployment during the preceding calendar year. The application must be re-filed for each qualifying year.
Flagler Combat Duty Grant Flagler County’s Property Appraiser describes a local reimbursement of county ad valorem taxes, up to $1,000, for qualifying service members meeting the county’s combat-zone service requirements.
Flagler Veteran Tax Benefits Check disability documentation, forms and surviving-spouse rules for the particular benefit.
Classified agricultural use

Flagler County Agricultural Classification

Qualifying agricultural land can be assessed using its agricultural use rather than ordinary just value when Florida’s statutory requirements are satisfied.

January 1 Property status and agricultural use are evaluated as of the January 1 assessment date.
March 1 Flagler County’s annual appraisal calendar lists March 1 as the normal agricultural-classification application deadline.
DR-482 Flagler County provides the Application and Return for Agricultural Classification of Lands through its Forms page.
Agricultural classification is not a blanket rural-land discount. Actual bona fide agricultural use and supporting facts matter. A rural residence or vacant acreage does not automatically qualify.
2026 business property return

Flagler County Tangible Personal Property

Businesses and other taxpayers owning taxable tangible personal property must report qualifying assets such as equipment, furniture and other movable property used in business.

April 1, 2026 Flagler County identifies April 1 as the deadline for the 2026 DR-405 Tangible Personal Property Tax Return.
$25,000 exemption Florida provides a $25,000 exemption for qualifying tangible personal property.
Late filing penalty Flagler County states that a late return can incur 5% per month or part of a month, up to a 25% penalty.
No “I am under $25,000 so I never file” shortcut. Flagler County’s TPP FAQ says there is no minimum asset value that automatically eliminates the filing requirement.
2026 Flagler TPP Guidance Review DR-405 filing, penalties, extension requests and 2026 index/life tables.
Most important August document

How to Read Your Flagler County 2026 TRIM Notice

Value Date 2026 value and qualification status are measured from January 1.
Roll Review Complete assessments are submitted to the Florida Department of Revenue for review no later than July 1.
TRIM Deadline Proposed-tax notices must be delivered no later than this date.
VAB Window Petition period generally runs 25 days from the TRIM mailing.
Bills Mailed Tax Collector’s current calendar says real and tangible tax bills are mailed October 31.
Tax Collection Collection begins, with a 4% early-payment discount.
Just Value January 1 market value before assessment limitations.
Assessed Value Value after Save Our Homes or other applicable assessment limits.
Taxable Value Assessed value after applicable exemptions.
Proposed Tax Estimate using proposed millages—not yet the November final bill.
TRIM literally says “DO NOT PAY.” It is a proposed-tax and valuation notice, not the annual property-tax bill.
Property Appraiser → Value Adjustment Board

How to Challenge a 2026 Flagler County Assessment

Read the TRIM immediately. Confirm market value, assessed value, taxable value, exemptions and classification.
Gather supporting evidence. Use qualified comparable sales, an appraisal, photographs, property-condition evidence and documentation correcting parcel facts.
Contact the Property Appraiser first. An appraiser can explain the value and can correct a factual mistake without a formal hearing when appropriate.
Do not let discussion consume the petition period. Speaking with the Property Appraiser does not automatically extend the VAB deadline.
File DR-486 if necessary. Flagler County provides the Value Adjustment Board petition form on the Property Appraiser Forms page.
Use the deadline printed on your TRIM. Flagler County states the petition deadline is limited by law to 25 days after mailing.
Prepare for the hearing. Organize the evidence around January 1, 2026 value or the exact exemption/classification issue.
  • 2026 TRIM notice
  • Parcel number
  • Comparable sales
  • Independent appraisal if available
  • Property photos
  • Repair estimates
  • Correct building information
  • Exemption filing receipt
  • Agricultural-use evidence
  • Portability documentation
“I am reviewing Flagler County parcel __________. My 2026 TRIM shows just value $__________, assessed value $__________ and taxable value $__________. The specific issue is __________. Please confirm the VAB petition deadline printed for my notice.”
Property Appraiser Appeals Guide Review Flagler’s TRIM and evidence instructions. Flagler County VAB Verify current board information and Clerk contact.
Estimate—not final bill

How Flagler County Property Tax Is Calculated

1. Just Value Property Appraiser estimates fair market value as of January 1.
This is before assessment limitations.
2. Assessed Value Applicable Save Our Homes or non-homestead caps are considered.
Assessed value cannot exceed just value.
3. Taxable Value Applicable exemptions reduce assessed value.
School and non-school taxable values can differ.
4. Millage / Assessments Taxing authorities apply millage; non-ad valorem charges may also appear.
Tax Collector issues the final bill.
Florida formula: Just Value − Assessment Limits = Assessed Value; Assessed Value − Exemptions = Taxable Value; Taxable Value × Millage = ad valorem tax. Non-ad valorem assessments can then add separate fixed charges to the bill.
Flagler County Tax Estimator Use the Property Appraiser’s county-linked calculator for planning, then verify the final bill with the Tax Collector.
Flagler County Tax Collector

How to Search and Pay Flagler County Property Taxes

Open the official Tax Collector page. Use Flagler County Search or Pay Property Taxes.
Continue to the county-linked online search. The Tax Collector links to Flagler’s live county tax account.
Search the correct parcel. Compare owner, parcel and property address with the Property Appraiser record.
Check the tax year. Verify whether you are viewing current taxes, a prior paid year or a delinquent year.
Confirm ad valorem and non-ad valorem amounts. Fixed assessments can make the final bill differ from a simple millage calculation.
Review the discount month. November through February payments receive declining statutory discounts.
Review the payment processor fee before checkout. E-check and card transactions have different charges.
Save the payment confirmation. Keep the parcel, amount, tax year and transaction record.
2026 tax-bill calendar

Flagler County Property Tax Discounts and Deadlines

November — 4% discount Collection begins after annual tax notices are mailed.
December — 3% discount Early-payment discount decreases by one percentage point.
January — 2% discount Tax Collector lists a 2% early-payment discount.
February — 1% discount Last standard early-payment discount month.
March — no discount Taxes must be paid by March 31 to avoid delinquency.
April 1 — delinquent Unpaid real-estate taxes become delinquent and the Tax Collector states a 3% penalty is added.
Missing a bill is not a defense. Flagler County explains that property owners remain responsible for determining the amount due and paying before delinquency even if the notice is not received.
Quarterly property-tax option

Flagler County Installment Payment Plan

1st Installment ¼ of prior year’s taxes with 6% discount when paid by June 30; July payment receives no discount.
2nd Installment ¼ of prior year’s taxes with 4.5% discount, due by September 30.
3rd Installment Half of the remaining current liability after first two installments, with 3% discount, due by December 31.
4th Installment Remaining balance, no discount, due by March 31.
August 2026 installment-plan action: if you are already enrolled, the second installment is the next major payment and must be paid by September 30 for the 4.5% plan discount.
Existing participants are automatically re-enrolled. Applications for a new year’s installment plan are accepted during the statutory application period ending April 30.
Flagler Installment Plan Verify current schedule and application instructions.
Current Tax Collector payment charges

Flagler County Property Tax Payment Fees

Payment method Current fee listed Useful note
Online Bank Account / E-Check $1.50 Usually cheaper than paying property tax by card.
Online Card / PayPal / Wallet 3.00% with $2.75 minimum Third-party processor fee.
In-Office Check $0.00 No payment-method fee listed.
In-Office Cash $0.00 No payment-method fee listed.
In-Office Credit Card 3.00%, $2.75 minimum Check the current checkout amount before authorizing.
PIN Debit $2.75 Tax Collector’s current fee page lists this fixed amount.
Fees can change. Confirm the charge displayed on the official Tax Collector payment page before submitting a large tax payment.
Homestead tax-payment deferral

Flagler County Homestead Tax Deferral

Florida allows qualifying homestead owners whose tax burden is high relative to household income to defer some or potentially all eligible ad valorem taxes and non-ad valorem assessments. The deferred amount becomes a lien against the property rather than disappearing.

March 31 application An annual application must generally be filed with the Tax Collector by March 31 following the tax year.
Standard income test Flagler’s current guidance describes deferral of eligible taxes exceeding 5% of prior-year household income.
Age 65+ For qualifying applicants 65 or older, the comparable threshold can be 3% of prior-year household income.
Deferral is a lien, not forgiveness. Mortgage, lien-to-value and insurance restrictions also apply. Review the full rules before using this option.
Flagler Homestead Tax Deferral Program Review income, mortgage, lien, insurance and annual filing requirements.
Unpaid real-estate taxes

What Happens When Flagler County Property Taxes Are Delinquent?

April 1 Real-estate taxes become delinquent and the Tax Collector states that a 3% penalty is added.
May 1 Unpaid real-estate taxes are advertised and collection/advertising costs are added.
June 1 Unpaid real-estate taxes are subject to the annual Tax Certificate Sale.
A tax certificate is not the same as an immediate tax deed. Florida’s process first creates a lien/certificate. A later tax deed application can occur under statutory timing and procedures if taxes remain unresolved.
Already delinquent? Do not pay the amount from an old November bill. Search the live Tax Collector account so penalties, advertising costs and any certificate status are included.
Palm Coast and Flagler buyer checklist

Before Buying a Home or Lot in Flagler County

1. Property Appraiser Check parcel, just value, assessed value, land/building data and exemptions.
2. Tax Collector Confirm current and delinquent taxes plus non-ad valorem assessments.
3. Clerk Review deed, mortgage, satisfactions, liens, restrictions and recorded plats.
4. Recalculate taxes Assume the seller’s Save Our Homes benefit may reset after purchase.
  • Parcel number
  • Legal description
  • Just value
  • Assessed value
  • Seller’s SOH difference
  • Homestead status
  • Current tax bill
  • Non-ad valorem assessments
  • Recorded deed and liens
  • Parcel map / survey issues
Palm Coast buyer warning: a property with years of homestead protection can experience a substantial taxable-value increase after sale. Use Flagler’s Tax Estimator rather than simply copying the seller’s current annual tax.

If you are comparing neighboring markets, this Volusia County Property Appraiser guide explains the same Florida valuation framework immediately south of Flagler County.

Flagler Clerk Official Records

How to Search Flagler County Deeds, Mortgages and Liens

The Flagler County Clerk & Comptroller’s Recording Division is the central repository for documents recorded in Flagler County Official Records.

Start with the Property Appraiser parcel. Save the current owner, parcel number and legal description.
Open Flagler Clerk Official Records. Go to Flagler County Official Records.
Search current and prior owner names. Include trusts, companies, spouses and former owners when researching title history.
Find the deed. Compare legal description and grantor/grantee information with the parcel.
Search mortgages and satisfactions. An old mortgage should not be treated as outstanding until you check for its recorded satisfaction/release.
Check liens and judgments. Search spelling variations and related owner names.
Check plats and restrictions when relevant. Subdivision and condominium records may explain parcel configuration or restrictions.
Clerk & Comptroller Tom Bexley
Recording 386-313-4360
Office 1769 E. Moody Blvd.
Building 1
Bunnell, FL 32110
Online historical coverage: the Clerk states that the online Official Records index contains records from September 1, 1988 to present, with released document images available online.
Recording Activity Notifications: Flagler Clerk offers a free notification service that can alert subscribers when qualifying documents are recorded using their selected identifying information.
Useful Clerk costs

Flagler County Official Records Copy and Recording Fees

Non-Certified Copy $1.00 per standard-size page under the Clerk’s current published fee schedule.
Certification $2.00 per certification in addition to the applicable copy charge.
Record Search $2.00 per year under the current published statutory fee schedule.
Recording a new deed or mortgage involves separate recording charges and Florida documentary/intangible taxes. Calculate those from the current Clerk schedule rather than using the simple copy fees above.

Flagler County Property Search Problems and Fixes

Problem Best next step Correct office/system
Owner search gives no result Use surname only or search by property address/parcel. Property Appraiser
Address search fails Remove street suffix/direction and try the core street name. qPublic
Owner appears outdated Search the newest recorded deed and allow for roll-processing lag. Clerk + Property Appraiser
Building data is wrong Contact Property Appraiser with measurements, permit information or other evidence. Property Appraiser
Just value seems too high Gather January 1 market evidence and act during the TRIM/VAB period. Property Appraiser / VAB
Homestead missing Check application receipt and qualification status before the VAB deadline. Property Appraiser
Portability missing Verify new homestead and DR-501T transfer application. Property Appraiser
Need current tax amount Use Tax Collector live search instead of Property Appraiser estimate. Tax Collector
Mortgage company handles tax Verify the escrow servicer received/paid the bill before paying personally. Tax Collector + lender
Prior taxes delinquent Use the current payoff including penalty/certificate status. Tax Collector
Need deed or mortgage Use Clerk Official Records rather than qPublic alone. Clerk
Boundary seems wrong Compare deed and plat; hire a surveyor for a legal boundary conclusion. Clerk / Surveyor
Senior exemption missing Verify age, household income and timely filing/documentation. Property Appraiser
Business TPP not filed Contact the TPP department immediately about filing and applicable penalties. Property Appraiser
Bunnell Government Services campus

Flagler County Property Appraiser, Tax Collector and Clerk Contacts

Property Appraiser James E. Gardner, Jr., CFA
1769 E. Moody Blvd.
Building 2, Suite 201
Bunnell, FL 32110
386-313-4150
Fax: 386-313-4151
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Tax Collector Shelly Edmonson, CFC
1769 E. Moody Blvd.
Building 2, Suite 102
Bunnell, FL 32110
386-313-4160
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Clerk & Comptroller Tom Bexley
Kim C. Hammond Justice Center
1769 E. Moody Blvd., Building 1
Bunnell, FL 32110
General: 386-313-4400
Recording: 386-313-4360
Convenient office routing: Property Appraiser and Tax Collector are both in Building 2 at the 1769 E. Moody Boulevard government complex. Official Records are next door in Building 1 at the Kim C. Hammond Justice Center.
Official live-action links

Flagler County Property Records Action Center

Property Search Owner, parcel, address, values, sales and exemptions. 2026 TRIM / Appeal Review evidence and VAB filing instructions. Tax Search / Pay Check current and prior Flagler property taxes. Official Records Deeds, mortgages, liens, satisfactions and plats.
10 Flagler County answers

Flagler County Property Assessor FAQs

1. How do I search Flagler County property records?

Use the Flagler County Property Appraiser’s county-linked qPublic Property Search. You can research property ownership, parcel identification, physical information, sales, just value, assessed value, taxable value and exemptions. Use the separate Map Search when you need parcel-location context.

2. Who is the Flagler County Property Appraiser in 2026?

James E. “Jay” Gardner, Jr., CFA is the Flagler County Property Appraiser. The office is at 1769 E. Moody Boulevard, Building 2, Suite 201, Bunnell, Florida 32110. The main phone number is 386-313-4150.

3. What date is used to value Flagler County property for 2026?

Florida property is valued annually as of January 1. The January 1 date also determines many ownership, residency, homestead and classification qualifications for the 2026 tax roll.

4. When will Flagler County 2026 TRIM notices be mailed?

Flagler County’s Property Appraiser calendar says Notices of Proposed Property Taxes must be delivered no later than August 24. The TRIM shows just value, assessed value, taxable value, exemptions and proposed taxes. It is not the final tax bill.

5. What is the Flagler County VAB appeal deadline?

Flagler County states that taxpayers have a limited period of 25 days after the TRIM notice is mailed to file a Value Adjustment Board petition. Use the exact deadline printed on your 2026 TRIM notice.

6. How much is the Flagler County homestead exemption in 2026?

The Flagler County Property Appraiser currently lists a $51,411 homestead exemption. The tax savings are not simply $51,411 multiplied by one millage because the additional portion of Florida’s homestead exemption has different treatment for school taxes.

7. What is the 2026 Flagler County senior exemption income limit?

Flagler County currently lists a $38,686 prior-year household adjusted-gross-income limit for the additional limited-income senior homestead exemption. The applicant must also be age 65 or older on January 1 and satisfy the ordinary homestead requirements.

8. When are Flagler County property taxes due?

Annual property-tax collection begins in November. Flagler County provides a 4% discount in November, 3% in December, 2% in January and 1% in February. March has no early-payment discount, and unpaid taxes become delinquent April 1.

9. Where do I search Flagler County deeds and mortgages?

Use the Flagler County Clerk & Comptroller’s Official Records system. The Recording Division maintains deeds, mortgages, assignments, satisfactions, claims of lien, judgments, plats and other recorded instruments affecting real property.

10. Will the seller’s Flagler County property tax stay the same after I buy the home?

Usually you should not assume that it will. A prior owner may have accumulated substantial Save Our Homes protection. A qualifying ownership change can reset assessed value toward January 1 just value, and the new owner must separately qualify for homestead and portability benefits.

Official Sources and Editorial Verification

Flagler County Property Appraiser Current Property Appraiser, qPublic links, contact information and appraisal services. Appraisal Calendar January 1 valuation date, March/April filing dates, August TRIM and November tax-bill timing. Appeals / VAB TRIM review, evidence guidance and 25-day petition period. Homestead Exemption Current Flagler homestead amount, qualification and first-time filing requirements. Flagler Tax Collector Search/payment route, discounts, delinquency and tax-certificate schedule. Flagler Clerk Official Records Deeds, mortgages, liens, satisfactions, plats and Recording Division contacts.
Verified for this guide: current Property Appraiser James E. Gardner, Jr.; current Tax Collector Shelly Edmonson; current Clerk Tom Bexley; official qPublic parcel/map/estimator routes; Property Appraiser and Tax Collector office addresses/hours; January 1 valuation date; March 1 exemption/agriculture deadline; April 1 TPP deadline; August TRIM requirement; 25-day VAB window; Flagler’s current $51,411 homestead amount; 2026 $38,686 senior income threshold; Save Our Homes and non-homestead cap rules; November-March tax discounts; April 1 delinquency; installment schedule; payment fees; and Official Records services.

CountyPropertyAppraiser.org is an independent informational website. It is not affiliated with the Flagler County Property Appraiser, Flagler County Tax Collector, Flagler County Clerk & Comptroller, Flagler County government, Florida Department of Revenue, Schneider qPublic or any government agency.

Property values, exemptions, inflation-adjusted homestead amounts, senior income limits, millage rates, non-ad valorem assessments, VAB deadlines, payment fees, tax balances and office information can change. Verify time-sensitive information on your 2026 TRIM notice, current tax bill and responsible official office before filing, paying, appealing or making a legal or financial decision.

Editorial verification date: August 12, 2026.

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Taxable value The value used by taxing authorities after exemptions.

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