Kendall County Property Search, Appraisal Values & Tax Records
Searching a home, ranch, lot or business property in Kendall County starts with the Kendall Appraisal District. Its official online database lets the public search by owner, street address, property ID or more detailed criteria.
Once you find the correct account, you can review 2026 appraisal information, exemptions, taxing entities, property characteristics and other parcel data. Kendall Appraisal District also operates the local property-tax collection office.
How to Search Kendall County Property Records
The official Kendall AD Property Search provides several different ways to locate an account. Using the narrowest reliable identifier usually produces the fastest result.
Go to the official Kendall Appraisal District search. Do not confuse it with third-party property-data websites.
The portal provides Owner, Address, ID and Advanced tabs. Pick the field that matches the information you already have.
For an owner, try only a first or last name. For an address, try the street name without adding every directional or suffix.
Compare owner information, situs address and property ID before relying on the valuation or tax data.
Use the account page to study appraisal information, exemptions, property characteristics, taxing entities and other available data.
KAD warns that its legal descriptions and acreage information are maintained for appraisal purposes. Verify legal-document details before using them in deeds, contracts or other legal instruments.
Kendall County Property Search by Owner Name
If you know a homeowner, business, trust or entity name but not the property ID, choose the Owner tab in the official search.
Best way to search a person
- Start with the last name only.
- Add the first name if too many accounts appear.
- Try alternate owner-name arrangements.
- Compare the situs address before opening the account.
- Remember that one owner may have multiple parcels.
If an individual name fails
- Try a spouse’s name.
- Search the trust name.
- Try the LLC or corporation name.
- Switch to street address.
- Use the property ID if you have an appraisal or tax notice.
Search Kendall County Property by Address
Address searching is useful for buyers, neighbors, contractors and owners who do not know the account number.
| If this search fails | Try this instead |
|---|---|
| Full street address | Search only the street name. |
| Street suffix such as Road/Rd. | Remove the suffix and retry. |
| Directional such as N, S, E or W | Try the core street name. |
| Unit or apartment information | Remove unit text and narrow after results appear. |
| Newly constructed address | Try owner name or property ID because address records may be changing. |
What a Kendall County Property Record Can Tell You
| Record field | What it means | How to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Property ID | Unique appraisal-district identifier. | Best field for returning to the same account later. |
| Owner | Owner information on the appraisal account. | Useful for owner-name research. |
| Situs Address | Physical property location. | Use it to confirm the correct parcel. |
| Legal Description | Appraisal-district description of the parcel. | Good for identification, but verify before legal-document use. |
| Market Value | District’s appraised market-value figure. | Review when evaluating the annual appraisal. |
| Appraised Value | Value after applicable statutory appraisal limitations. | Can differ from market value. |
| Exemptions | Qualifying property-tax exemptions on the account. | Check before estimating taxable value. |
| Taxing Entities | County, city, school or special districts associated with the property. | Explains why one parcel can have multiple tax components. |
| Property Characteristics | Land and improvement data maintained for appraisal. | Check for factual errors when reviewing value. |
Important Note About Kendall County 2026 Values
This distinction matters when comparing a live online account to an appraisal notice, protest document, lender record or later certified tax record.
Use preliminary values for
- Reviewing the current appraisal direction
- Checking property characteristics
- Preparing questions for KAD
- Comparing similar parcels
Do not assume they are
- A final certified value
- A final tax bill
- Proof of tax payment
- A guaranteed legal acreage figure
Kendall County Property Tax Records
Kendall County is unusual compared with many county guides because the Kendall Appraisal District also maintains a Tax Collection operation. Its published Tax Collection hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Property value
Use Kendall AD Property Search for appraisal records, values, exemptions and parcel data.
Search property →Tax information
Use KAD’s official Tax Information area for bills, payment information, adopted rates and exemptions.
Tax information →Online payment
Use Kendall AD’s official payment page before entering payment details with its authorized processor.
Pay online →How to Pay Kendall County Property Tax Online
Use the KAD property search to make sure you have the correct parcel and owner before paying.
Go through Kendall AD Pay Online rather than searching the web for a payment processor.
KAD currently states that card payments carry a 2.35% processing fee with a $2 minimum. Electronic checks carry a $0.50 fee.
Keep the confirmation number or receipt. KAD states online payments are posted in its office by the end of the next business day.
Which Property Tax Year Is Due in 2026?
Kendall AD reminded property owners that property-tax payments must normally be received or postmarked by January 31 to avoid penalty and interest, with the deadline moving to the next business day when January 31 falls on a weekend or legal holiday.
2026 Kendall County Property Appraisal Protest
If the issue is the appraised value rather than the tax payment, the correct process is a protest through Kendall Appraisal District and the Appraisal Review Board.
Because June 2, 2026 has already passed, a property owner researching a protest now should not simply submit a normal protest and assume it is timely. Texas law contains limited late-protest and special-deadline situations, and the ARB determines whether applicable requirements are satisfied.
Check these before protesting
- Building square footage
- Land acreage shown
- Property classification
- Improvement characteristics
- Exemptions
- Market-value comparison
- Ownership or situs errors
Useful protest evidence
- Comparable-property records
- Photos showing condition
- Repair estimates
- Recent appraisal information
- Closing information when relevant
- Documents correcting KAD property characteristics
Kendall County Homestead & Property Tax Exemptions
Kendall Appraisal District provides official forms for residence homestead, age 65 and over, disabled veteran and other exemptions.
| Exemption / application | Who should review it | Important preparation |
|---|---|---|
| Residence Homestead | Owners using the property as their qualifying principal residence. | KAD states homestead applications generally require a copy of the applicant’s driver’s license or other information required by Texas law. |
| Age 65 and Over | Qualifying older homeowners. | Use the combined General Residence Homestead application provided by KAD. |
| Disabled Veteran | Qualifying disabled veterans or eligible survivors. | Use the dedicated veteran/survivor exemption application. |
| Agricultural 1-d-1 | Landowners seeking qualifying open-space agricultural appraisal. | Review land-use history and supporting agricultural documentation. |
| Wildlife Management | Qualifying agricultural land transitioned to wildlife management. | KAD provides Texas Parks & Wildlife plan and annual-report resources. |
| Disaster Damage | Owners whose property falls within a qualifying declared disaster area. | Eligibility and filing windows depend on the specific declaration and event. |
Kendall Taxpayer Portal: When It Helps
The separate Kendall AD Taxpayer Portal is designed for owners who want a more persistent account experience rather than a one-time public parcel lookup.
Portal can help you
- Access your property details
- Review important documents
- Manage available applications
- Opt into electronic communications
Registration information
KAD’s registration page asks taxpayers for the Owner ID and E-FILE PIN associated with the appraisal notice.
If needed, the portal includes a process for requesting the current PIN.
Kendall Appraisal District vs Tax Assessor-Collector vs Clerk
Kendall Appraisal District
Use for property appraisal and local property-tax records.
- Property search
- Market/appraised values
- Exemptions
- Property characteristics
- Protests
- Property-tax collection
Tax Assessor-Collector
Current officeholder: James Hudson.
The county office performs statutory Tax Assessor-Collector functions and also provides vehicle registration, title, boat, TABC occupation-tax and passport services.
County Tax Assessor-Collector →County Clerk
Use recorded documents for title research.
When you need the actual recorded deed or another recorded real-property instrument, use the county’s official recording resources rather than treating the appraisal account as the deed itself.
Kendall County official site →Kendall County Property Search Not Finding the Record?
| Problem | What to try next |
|---|---|
| Full owner name returns nothing | Use only the first name or last name, as recommended by the official search. |
| Too many owner matches | Use Advanced Search or switch to address/property ID. |
| Full address returns no result | Search only the street name. |
| Property recently sold | Try the previous owner and then verify the recorded deed separately. |
| Home is owned by trust or LLC | Search the legal entity name instead of the occupant’s personal name. |
| Need exact parcel again later | Save the Property ID from the correct account. |
| 2026 value does not match another document | Remember that the online search currently identifies 2026 values as preliminary until certification. |
| Need tax-payment proof | Use the KAD tax-collection records and save the payment confirmation or receipt. |
| Legal acreage is critical | Do not rely solely on KAD’s appraisal record; verify through the appropriate recorded documents and survey/title sources. |
Buyer Checklist for a Kendall County Property
Check in Kendall AD
- Property ID
- Owner information
- Situs address
- Market value
- Appraised value
- Exemptions
- Land and improvement data
- Taxing entities
Verify outside the appraisal record
- Current tax payment status
- Recorded deed
- Liens and title matters
- Survey and boundary details
- Easements
- Zoning or permitted use
- Flood or development restrictions where applicable
Kendall Appraisal District Office
Chief Appraiser: Nelia Zapata, RPA, CCA
Address:
118 Market Avenue
Boerne, TX 78006
Phone: (830) 249-8012
Fax: (830) 249-3975
Email: requestinfo@kendallad.org
Appraisal & Operations:
Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Tax Collection:
Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Kendall County Tax Assessor-Collector Office
Tax Assessor-Collector: James Hudson
Address:
201 E San Antonio Avenue, Suite 105
Boerne, TX 78006
Phone: (830) 249-9343
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
The county states that the main office does not close for lunch. A separate Comfort Substation provides limited services on Tuesdays.
Kendall County Property Assessor FAQs
1. How do I search Kendall County property records?
Use the official Kendall Appraisal District Property Search at esearch.kendallad.org. The database provides Owner, Address, ID and Advanced search options.
2. Can I search Kendall County property by owner name?
Yes. Choose the Owner search tab. If a full name does not work, Kendall AD recommends trying only the first or last name.
3. Can I search Kendall County property by address?
Yes. Use the Address tab. If the complete address gives no result, the official system recommends trying a simpler search such as only the street name.
4. Who is the Kendall County property assessor?
Texas property appraisal is handled by Kendall Appraisal District rather than a conventional county property-assessor office. Nelia Zapata, RPA, CCA is the current Chief Appraiser.
5. Are Kendall County 2026 appraisal values final?
The official Kendall AD property search currently states that displayed 2026 values are preliminary and subject to change prior to certification.
6. Where do I pay Kendall County property taxes?
Kendall Appraisal District operates the local tax-collection function and provides an official Pay Online page for property-tax payments.
7. What are the Kendall AD online payment fees?
KAD currently lists a 2.35% card-processing fee with a $2 minimum and a $0.50 electronic-check fee. Processing fees go to the payment service rather than Kendall Appraisal District.
8. What was the normal Kendall County 2026 appraisal protest deadline?
Kendall AD’s 2026 protest information listed June 2, 2026 as the usual deadline, or within 30 days after the appraisal notice was mailed, whichever was later. Special and late-protest rules may apply in limited situations.
9. Where do I apply for a Kendall County homestead exemption?
Use Kendall Appraisal District’s official Forms page. KAD provides the General Residence Homestead application along with age 65, disabled-veteran and other property-tax forms.
10. Where is Kendall Appraisal District located?
Kendall Appraisal District is at 118 Market Avenue, Boerne, Texas 78006. Appraisal and operations hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; tax collection is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.