Clarksville County Property Assessor 2026: Search & Records

Clarksville TN / Montgomery County Property Navigator

Clarksville TN Property Search, Montgomery County Assessor Records, GIS & 2026 Taxes

There is no “Clarksville County” in Tennessee. Clarksville is in Montgomery County, so anyone searching for a Clarksville property assessor should use the Montgomery County Property Assessor. The office maintains appraisal, assessment, ownership, building, land and transfer information for roughly 91,900 property records.

This 2026 guide connects the Assessor’s Citizen Access Portal with Montgomery County GIS, the County Trustee tax system, City of Clarksville property taxes and the Register of Deeds. It also explains why a Clarksville home inside city limits can have both county and city tax components, how to calculate the new 2026 bill using the official $2.10 county and $1.01 city rates, and what appeal or assistance options still matter in August.

Search owner, address, parcel & property details
2026 county rate: $2.10 per $100 assessed
Clarksville city rate: $1.01 per $100 assessed
Next countywide reappraisal: 2029
Property Assessor Erinne Hester
Assessor phone 931-648-5709
2026 county rate $2.10 / $100 assessed
Next reappraisal 2029
Verified August 12, 2026
Current August 2026 guidance

2026 Is an In-Cycle Assessment Year — Not a Countywide Reappraisal Year

Montgomery County’s next countywide real-property reappraisal is scheduled for 2029. That means 2026 values are being maintained between full reappraisals through sales analysis, new construction, building permits, property changes, classification reviews and other annual assessment work.

The ordinary County Board of Equalization period began in June. Tennessee’s general deadline for a further appeal to the State Board of Equalization is August 1 or 45 days after the County Board result notice was mailed, whichever is later.

Because it is now August 12, the general August 1 date has passed. However, an owner who received a County Board decision later can still be inside the separate 45-day appeal period. Check the mailing date on the decision immediately.

2026 APPEAL STATUS AUG
12
CHECK CBOE LETTER DATE
Property changed in 2025-26 A new building, addition, patio, driveway, demolition, fire damage or other physical change can create a 2026 Assessment Change Notice even though no countywide reappraisal occurred.
You appealed to the County Board Use the date on the Board’s result letter to determine whether the 45-day State Board window remains open.
You only need to pay taxes The Assessor does not collect taxes. County payments go to the Trustee, while City of Clarksville taxes are handled separately by City Revenue.
Another current August option: the Montgomery County Trustee is already accepting prepayments toward 2026 property tax bills, and current-year partial payments have been available since July 10.
Use the correct Clarksville office

Property Assessor vs County Trustee vs Clarksville Revenue vs Register of Deeds

Property Assessor

  • Appraised value
  • Assessed value
  • Parcel records
  • Property characteristics
  • Ownership information
  • Sales history
  • Greenbelt
  • Assessment appeals

County Trustee

  • Montgomery County tax bill
  • County tax payments
  • Prepayments
  • Partial payments
  • Delinquent county taxes
  • Tax Relief
  • Tax Freeze
  • Tax sales

Clarksville Revenue

  • City property tax
  • City tax payment
  • City tax history
  • Municipal tax questions
  • City tangible-property tax
  • City delinquency
  • City receipts
  • City account lookup

Register of Deeds

  • Warranty deeds
  • Deeds of trust
  • Liens
  • Releases
  • Powers of attorney
  • Plats
  • Recorded copies
  • Legal-document research
City-limit rule: a parcel inside Clarksville city limits can owe both Montgomery County and City of Clarksville property tax. A parcel outside city limits generally pays only the county tax even if its mailing address says Clarksville.

Choose Your Clarksville Property Task

Search a parcel Use Montgomery County Citizen Access to find the property record, owner, parcel ID, value and transfer information.
Check property characteristics Compare land, building components, extra features and total appraisal with the actual property.
Calculate 2026 tax Apply Tennessee’s assessment percentage first, then the $2.10 county rate and $1.01 Clarksville rate where applicable.
Check county taxes Use the Trustee’s live tax portal for balance, prepayment and payment status.
Appeal a value Check whether a recent County Board notice still gives you time under Tennessee’s 45-day State Board rule.
Find a deed or lien Use the Register of Deeds for recorded ownership documents rather than relying on an assessment record as a title report.

Jump to a Clarksville Property Task

Montgomery County Property Record Decoder

Property field What it tells you What to verify next
Parcel ID Administrative identifier for the property. Reuse it across Assessor and mapping tools.
Owner Ownership information reflected on the assessment record. Use the recorded deed when exact legal ownership matters.
Property Address Physical situs associated with the parcel. Do not use a Clarksville postal address alone to decide city-tax status.
Subdivision / Lot Platted property reference. Useful for deed, plat and comparable-sale research.
Acreage / Dimensions Land characteristics used in assessment. Use a deed or professional survey for exact legal boundaries.
Land Value Appraised value attributed to land. Check land classification and Greenbelt status where relevant.
Improvement Value Appraisal assigned to buildings and taxable improvements. Review square footage, additions, condition and extra features.
Overall Appraisal Total appraised property value. Multiply by statutory assessment ratio to reach assessed value.
Classification Residential, farm, commercial, industrial or other statutory category. Classification determines the assessment percentage.
Sales History Transfer date, amount and deed volume/page references. Not every transfer is an arm’s-length market sale.
Advanced parcel mapping

Montgomery County GIS and Public Parcel Data

Montgomery County, the City of Clarksville and Austin Peay State University maintain a shared GIS environment. The county links Assessor CAMA property data to the parcel layer so mapped property can be researched alongside ownership, sales and improvement information.

Parcel geography Use mapping to understand the tract in relation to roads, adjoining property and local districts.
CAMA-linked information Property assessment data can be connected with the parcel layer for ownership and property research.
Advanced GIS users The Assessor publishes a Public Parcels ArcGIS service and instructions for adding the service by path in ArcGIS Pro.
Open Montgomery County Public Parcels Use the county’s current GIS instructions and parcel-service link rather than a copied third-party map.
Parcel map limitation: GIS parcel boundaries are useful for assessment and orientation, but they are not a substitute for the legal description or a professional boundary survey.
Between full reappraisals

What Can Change a Clarksville Assessment in 2026?

The next Montgomery County countywide reappraisal is scheduled for 2029, but property records are maintained every year. An assessment can therefore change before 2029 when the property itself or its classification changes.

New construction New homes, additions and permitted improvements can add value.
Extra features Patios, pools, garages, outbuildings, driveways and similar improvements can alter property records.
Demolition Removing a building or improvement can require an assessment adjustment.
Fire or damage Material damage should be reported and documented rather than assuming the property record updates automatically.
Classification change Residential, farm, commercial and industrial categories use different statutory percentages.
Greenbelt status Qualifying agricultural, forest or open-space classification changes the value basis for eligible land.
Assessment Change Notice ≠ tax bill. Montgomery County explains that change notices show appraisal and assessment information. Actual tax rates are set separately by county and city legislative bodies, and the Trustee/City issue the tax bills.
Tennessee statutory assessment

Clarksville Appraised Value vs Assessed Value

25%
Residential / Farm Residential and farm real property is assessed at 25% of appraised value.
40%
Commercial / Industrial Real Commercial and industrial real property uses a 40% assessment ratio.
30%
Business Personal Property Commercial and industrial tangible personal property generally uses 30%.
55%
Public Utility Public utility real and personal property generally uses a 55% statutory percentage.
Example: a $400,000 Clarksville residence has a $100,000 assessed value because $400,000 × 25% = $100,000. Property-tax rates are then applied to that $100,000 assessment—not directly to the $400,000 appraisal.
Official Tax Year 2026 rates

Montgomery County and Clarksville 2026 Property Tax Calculator

The Montgomery County Property Assessor’s current 2026 calculator lists the county rate at $2.10 per $100 of assessed value. The City of Clarksville adopted a $1.01 rate for the fiscal year beginning July 2026.

$400,000 Home Residential appraisal

$400,000 × 25%
= $100,000 assessed value
×
County Tax $100,000 ÷ 100 × $2.10

= $2,100
+
City Tax if Inside Clarksville $100,000 ÷ 100 × $1.01

= $1,010
Outside Clarksville city limits Example county-only tax on the $400,000 residence: $2,100.
Inside Clarksville city limits Example county + city total: $3,110, before any special adjustments or applicable tax-relief effects.
Do not add the city rate based on mailing address alone. A property can have “Clarksville, TN” in its mailing/situs address but be outside Clarksville municipal limits.
Open the Official 2026 Property Tax Calculator Use Montgomery County’s current county and city rates with your actual appraised value and classification.
One parcel can have two tax accounts

County Tax vs City of Clarksville Tax: Which One Applies?

Property location County tax City tax 2026 rate path
Inside City of Clarksville limits Yes Yes $2.10 county + $1.01 city
Unincorporated Montgomery County Yes No $2.10 county
Clarksville mailing address but outside city limit Yes Verify—do not assume Use actual municipal jurisdiction
Best verification: search the county parcel first, then check the City of Clarksville property-tax system. A valid city-tax account is a much better test than relying on the postal city name.
2026 assessment challenge route

How to Appeal a Clarksville / Montgomery County Assessment

Assessor Review Contact the Property Assessor first to discuss factual errors or value concerns.
County Board The County Board of Equalization is the first formal appeal level.
State Board Appeal by August 1 or 45 days after the County Board result letter is mailed, whichever is later.
Further Review Tennessee administrative procedures provide additional review after a State Board proceeding where applicable.

Evidence to prepare

Comparable assessments / sales Choose properties genuinely similar in size, use, age, land and condition.
Independent appraisal A professional appraisal can support the value you believe is correct.
Receipts or construction evidence Useful where cost, condition or improvement information is disputed.
Property-card errors Identify incorrect square footage, acreage, building features, ownership or classification.
Photos Show damage, demolition, unfinished areas or physical conditions missing from the record.
Requested value Be prepared to explain what appraisal or classification you believe should be enrolled.
Do not argue only that “my tax bill is too high.” The Board reviews appraisal and classification. The county and city tax rates are established separately and are not changed by an individual assessment appeal.
Open Montgomery County Assessment Appeals Review the local Assessor, County Board and Tennessee State Board process.
2026 Montgomery County property timeline

Clarksville Property Assessment and Tax Calendar

Assessment date Annual ownership and property status date.
Greenbelt Normal current-year Greenbelt application deadline.
County Board Board of Equalization begins its annual session.
State appeal General deadline or 45 days after County Board result letter.
2026 tax due First Monday of October; annual county tax becomes due and payable.
Date / period 2026 property action
January 1 Tennessee statutory assessment date.
By February 1 Business tangible personal-property schedules are furnished.
March 1 Normal tangible personal-property filing deadline.
March 15 Greenbelt application deadline for the current tax year.
By May 20 Assessment roll completed and change notices mailed where values changed.
June 1 County Board of Equalization begins meeting.
Early July County Commission and City Council complete annual tax-rate action.
August 1 / 45 days General State Board appeal deadline is August 1 or 45 days after the County Board result letter is mailed, whichever is later.
October 5, 2026 First Monday in October; 2026 county taxes become due and payable.
Last week of October County Trustee normally mails annual tax statements.
February 28, 2027 Normal last day to pay 2026 taxes before March delinquency interest begins, subject to live calendar/office handling.
Montgomery County Trustee

How to Lookup and Pay Montgomery County Property Taxes

Open the official county tax portal. Use Montgomery County Property Tax Online.
Search the correct property account. Match owner, parcel or property details before selecting a payment.
Check tax year. Make sure you are reviewing the intended annual bill rather than an older balance.
Verify city tax separately. The Trustee collects county tax, not the separate City of Clarksville tax.
Choose payment method. Current county options include check, cashier’s check, money order, cash in person and online card/e-check methods.
Save the confirmation. Retain parcel/account reference, amount, payment date and transaction number.
Current published online fees: Montgomery County lists an e-check processing charge of 1.75% + $1 and a Visa/MasterCard processing charge of 2.65% + $1. Verify the live checkout total before submitting payment because processor fees can change.
Available now in August 2026

Prepay or Make Partial Payments on 2026 County Taxes

The Montgomery County Trustee is currently accepting prepayments for 2026 property tax bills. The Trustee also allows current-year partial payments beginning July 10.

Start before the bill arrives Owners can make 2026 prepayments even though regular statements are not mailed until the last week of October.
Partial payments allowed Current-year county tax can be paid in portions rather than one payment.
Balance still must be completed The account must be fully paid by the normal February deadline to avoid delinquent interest.
Useful budgeting option: if your 2026 appraisal is known, use the official tax calculator to estimate the county tax and begin prepaying before October.
Separate municipal account

City of Clarksville Property Tax Search & 2026 Billing

The City of Clarksville maintains its own municipal property-tax system. The city’s 2026 tax rate is $1.01 per $100 of assessed value. City property taxes are separate from the Montgomery County Trustee bill.

Open the City of Clarksville Property Tax page. Use Clarksville Property Tax.
Check whether the parcel actually has a city account. Do not infer city status solely from a Clarksville mailing address.
Review the tax year. As of August 2026, the city’s public tax page is still routing taxpayers to 2025 tax records; the 2026 rate has already been adopted, but the normal 2026 billing cycle occurs in October.
Compare with the county account. A city parcel normally has both a city tax and Montgomery County tax.
Save each receipt separately. County and city payments are different transactions and should not be treated as duplicates.
City Revenue Office One Public Square
Clarksville, TN 37040
Phone 931-645-7436
Hours Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
City delinquency: Clarksville’s annual tax cycle allows payment through the last day of February; unpaid tax becomes delinquent March 1 and monthly statutory interest then applies.
County delinquency and tax-sale route

What Happens When Montgomery County Property Tax Stays Unpaid?

March 1 delinquency Taxes unpaid after the February deadline become delinquent.
1.5% monthly interest Montgomery County states that statutory interest accrues at 1.5% per month, equivalent to 18% annually.
Older delinquent property Properties delinquent for two or more years can become eligible for a tax sale.
Court costs can be added Tax-sale proceedings involve court action and can add expenses beyond the original tax and interest.
Notice precedes sale The county describes certified-mail and public-notice procedures before eligible property is sold.
Redemption issues are time-sensitive Contact the Trustee for the exact current redemption/payoff amount rather than relying on an old online balance.
“Please give me the complete current Montgomery County balance for parcel __________ at __________, including every unpaid year, accrued interest, whether a tax-sale case has been filed, and the exact amount required to make the account current today.”
Verified Tax Year 2026 limit

Montgomery County & Clarksville 2026 Property Tax Freeze

Tennessee’s Property Tax Freeze program can protect qualifying older homeowners from increases in the property-tax amount on their principal residence. Montgomery County and the City of Clarksville both participate.

Age 65+ The applicant must generally be age 65 by the end of the year in which the application is filed.
2026 income limit: $63,470 Tennessee’s current table lists the same $63,470 maximum for both Montgomery County and Clarksville.
Principal residence The program applies to the qualifying homeowner’s principal place of residence.
Annual renewal Participants must reapply and continue meeting program requirements each year.
Assessment still changes The Assessor can continue changing appraisal and assessment; the freeze applies to qualifying property-tax amount, not the property value.
Improvements can affect the frozen amount New improvements can proportionally increase the protected base.
Use the state 2026 number: older local pages may still show income figures from prior tax years. For a 2026 eligibility estimate, use the Tennessee Comptroller’s current $63,470 Montgomery County / Clarksville limit and confirm the active application window with the Trustee.
Open Tennessee’s 2026 Property Tax Freeze Program Verify current eligibility, participating jurisdictions and annual income limits.
Separate assistance program

Montgomery County Property Tax Relief

Tennessee Property Tax Relief can help eligible low-income elderly homeowners, disabled homeowners, disabled veterans and certain surviving spouses with qualifying property taxes.

Elderly homeowners Age, principal-residence and current program income requirements apply.
Disabled homeowners State disability and income rules apply to the current application year.
Disabled veterans / surviving spouses Separate service-connected disability rules apply.
Relief vs Freeze: Tax Relief reimburses or pays qualifying property taxes under state rules. Tax Freeze limits future increases in the qualifying tax amount. They are different programs and can require separate applications.
Open Tennessee Property Tax Relief Use the current state guidance and then contact the Montgomery County Trustee for local application processing.
Agricultural, forest and open-space land

Montgomery County Greenbelt Property Assessment

Tennessee Greenbelt can allow qualifying agricultural, forest and open-space property to be valued based on its current use rather than ordinary market-development potential.

Agricultural land Generally requires at least 15 acres, with special rules for certain smaller parcels connected with other qualifying acreage.
Forest land Generally requires at least 15 acres plus a qualifying forestry plan.
Open space Generally requires at least three acres plus applicable preservation-plan or easement requirements.
  • Confirm qualifying land category
  • Verify acreage
  • Prepare agricultural-income proof where required
  • Prepare forestry plan when applicable
  • File with Property Assessor
  • Record approved application when required
2026 deadline passed: the regular current-year Greenbelt application deadline is March 15.
Rollback tax: Montgomery County describes a three-year rollback period for agricultural/forest land and five years for open-space land when qualifying use ends.
Buyer warning: a buyer who intends to continue Greenbelt status should handle the required Assessor filing promptly. County Trustee guidance warns that failing to file necessary documentation within 90 days after a sale can create rollback-tax liability.
Open Montgomery County Greenbelt Guidance Review the current agricultural, forest and open-space eligibility requirements.
Clarksville business equipment

Montgomery County Tangible Business Personal Property

The Property Assessor also assesses tangible business personal property such as furniture, fixtures, vehicles, tools, machinery, equipment, raw materials and supplies used commercially or industrially.

30% assessment ratio Commercial and industrial tangible personal property is generally assessed at 30% of value.
March 1 filing The normal annual personal-property schedule deadline is March 1.
Leased equipment Montgomery County instructs businesses to report qualifying rented or leased equipment used by the business.
Small-account certification A business with qualifying depreciated tangible property at or below the statutory small-account threshold may be able to certify rather than itemize, subject to audit.
Online filing Montgomery County provides electronic filing for tangible personal-property schedules.
Appeal prerequisite To appeal a tangible personal-property assessment, the business generally must first file a completed schedule.
Open Tangible Personal Property Guidance Review forms, online filing and current business-property requirements.
Legal ownership and recorded instruments

How to Find Clarksville Deeds, Liens and Recorded Property Records

The Montgomery County Register of Deeds records warranty deeds, deeds of trust, releases, liens, powers of attorney, plats and other real-estate instruments.

Search the Assessor parcel first. Save the current owner, parcel ID, subdivision and sales/deed reference information.
Open the Register’s document-request guidance. Use Montgomery County Recorded Document Requests.
Choose online, in-person, mail or email research. Most online records are available through the Register’s subscription provider, while public research computers are available at the office.
Match the recorded instrument. Compare grantor/grantee, recording date, deed type, legal description and parcel clues.
Request an official copy when needed. Use a certified copy for transactions or legal matters that require certification.
Copy type Current published fee
Regular copy $0.15 per page
Certified copy $1 per page
Plat copy $1 per page
Mailed copy $0.50 per page
Register of Deeds Julie Runyon
Office 350 Pageant Lane
Suite 101-A
Clarksville, TN 37040
Phone / Hours 931-648-5713
Mon-Fri 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Title-search warning: the Register of Deeds does not perform title searches for the public. Use a title company or attorney when you need a complete chain of title, lien priority or insurable ownership opinion.
Owner-name privacy option

Can a Clarksville Owner Hide Their Name From the Online Assessor Search?

Montgomery County provides an Online Ownership Privacy Request for qualifying property owners under Tennessee law. Approval can suppress a qualifying owner’s name from certain online property-search displays.

Proof required The county can require evidence tying the applicant to the qualifying principal residence.
Online suppression only The request does not erase the underlying public record.
Open Records still apply Ownership may remain available through lawful public-record or other government-record processes.
Open Montgomery County Property Assessor Use the current “Online Ownership Privacy Request” option when you qualify.

Clarksville Property Search Problems and Best Fixes

Problem Best fix Correct office
Searching “Clarksville County” Use Montgomery County. Clarksville is a city, not a Tennessee county. Property Assessor
Owner search does not show recent buyer Check transfer processing and verify the recorded deed. Assessor / Register
Tax is higher than expected Determine whether the property is inside Clarksville city limits and therefore has both city and county tax. Trustee / City
Mailing address says Clarksville Do not assume city tax; verify municipal jurisdiction. Assessor / City Revenue
Appraisal and assessment look different Apply the statutory 25%, 40%, 30% or 55% assessment ratio for the property class. Assessor
2026 value changed but no reappraisal occurred Check for new construction, damage, demolition, classification or other annual property changes. Assessor
General appeal deadline passed Check the County Board result letter; the State Board deadline can be 45 days after mailing when that date is later than August 1. Assessor / SBOE
Want to pay 2026 county tax now The Trustee is accepting prepayments and current-year partial payments. Trustee
Need senior tax protection Compare Tax Freeze and Tax Relief separately; 2026 Freeze limit is $63,470. Trustee
Greenbelt property was recently purchased Contact the Assessor promptly about continuation documents and rollback exposure. Assessor
Need exact ownership/title Search the recorded deed and use professional title research when legally important. Register of Deeds
GIS boundary conflicts with fence Use the deed, recorded plat and a licensed surveyor rather than relying on the web parcel line. Register / Surveyor
“I am researching Montgomery County parcel __________ at __________ in Clarksville. The property record shows __________, but I need to verify __________. Please tell me whether this belongs with the Property Assessor, County Trustee, City of Clarksville Revenue or Register of Deeds and what record or filing I need next.”

Clarksville / Montgomery County Property Record Contacts

Office Contact Best use
Montgomery County Property Assessor Erinne Hester
350 Pageant Lane, Suite 101-C
Clarksville, TN 37040
931-648-5709
ejhester@montgomerytn.gov
Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Property records, appraisal, assessment, classification, Greenbelt and appeals.
Montgomery County Trustee Kimberly B. Wiggins
350 Pageant Lane, Suite 101-B
Clarksville, TN 37040
931-648-5717
countytrustee@montgomerytn.gov
Mon-Fri 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
County tax payments, prepayments, Tax Relief, Tax Freeze and delinquency.
City of Clarksville Revenue One Public Square
Clarksville, TN 37040
931-645-7436
Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
City property-tax account, payment, history and municipal tax questions.
Montgomery County Register of Deeds Julie Runyon
350 Pageant Lane, Suite 101-A
Clarksville, TN 37040
931-648-5713
regdeeds@mcgtn.net
Mon-Fri 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Deeds, liens, releases, trust deeds, plats and recorded-document copies.
One-stop county location: the Property Assessor, County Trustee and Register of Deeds are all located at 350 Pageant Lane in adjacent Suite 101 offices, which can simplify appraisal, tax and deed research during one visit.
Official live actions

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10 local property answers

Clarksville TN Property Assessor FAQs

1. Is there a Clarksville County Property Assessor?

No. Clarksville is a city in Montgomery County, Tennessee. The official valuation office is the Montgomery County Property Assessor, currently led by Erinne Hester.

2. How do I search Clarksville TN property assessor records?

Use Montgomery County’s Citizen Access Portal. Search the property, open the correct parcel and review owner information, parcel ID, appraisal, assessment classification, land and improvement values and available transfer history.

3. What information is on a Montgomery County property card?

The Assessor says property cards can include street address, owner and mailing address, parcel ID, subdivision and lot, lot dimensions or acreage, construction components, extra features, land value, improvement value, overall appraisal, assessment classification, assessed value and transfer or sales history.

4. What are the Montgomery County and Clarksville property tax rates for 2026?

The official 2026 Montgomery County rate is $2.10 per $100 of assessed value. The City of Clarksville’s current rate is $1.01 per $100 of assessed value. Property inside Clarksville city limits can therefore have both tax components.

5. How much tax would a $400,000 Clarksville home owe in 2026?

A residential property is assessed at 25%, so a $400,000 appraisal produces a $100,000 assessment. At the $2.10 county rate, the example county tax is $2,100. If the property is inside Clarksville city limits, the $1.01 city rate adds $1,010, for an example combined local tax of $3,110 before applicable relief or adjustments.

6. Can I still appeal a Montgomery County assessment in August 2026?

The general Tennessee State Board deadline of August 1 has passed, but the rule is August 1 or 45 days after the County Board result notice was mailed, whichever is later. A taxpayer with a recently mailed County Board decision may therefore still have time.

7. When are 2026 Montgomery County property taxes due?

County property taxes become due and payable on the first Monday of October, which is October 5 in 2026. The Trustee normally mails statements during the last week of October. Taxes should be fully paid by the end of the following February to avoid delinquent interest beginning in March.

8. Can I prepay or make partial Montgomery County property tax payments?

Yes. The Montgomery County Trustee is currently accepting prepayments toward 2026 property taxes, and current-year partial payments are allowed beginning July 10. The remaining balance still must be paid by the normal February deadline to avoid delinquency.

9. What is the Montgomery County Tax Freeze income limit for 2026?

The Tennessee Comptroller lists a 2026 Property Tax Freeze income limit of $63,470 for both Montgomery County and the City of Clarksville. Other eligibility rules include age, ownership, principal-residence and annual renewal requirements.

10. Where can I find Clarksville deeds and property liens?

Use the Montgomery County Register of Deeds. The office records deeds, deeds of trust, liens, releases, powers of attorney and plats. Public research is available through the office and its approved online-record access process.

Official Clarksville and Montgomery County Sources

Verified for this 2026 update: Erinne Hester’s current Property Assessor office; approximately 91,900 property record cards; Citizen Access search; next countywide reappraisal in 2029; 2026 $2.10 county and $1.01 Clarksville rates; statutory assessment percentages; assessment-change notices; appeal timing; Trustee prepayments and partial payments; county payment fees; $63,470 Tax Freeze limit; Greenbelt rules; tangible personal-property filing; Register of Deeds access and copy fees.

CountyPropertyAppraiser.org is an independent informational website and is not affiliated with Montgomery County Government, the Montgomery County Property Assessor, County Trustee, City of Clarksville, Register of Deeds, Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury, State Board of Equalization or any payment, GIS or records vendor.

Property values, assessment classifications, tax rates, balances, payment fees, appeal dates, Tax Freeze limits, office contacts and online systems can change. Use the official systems above for final payments, formal appeals, tax-assistance applications and title-sensitive decisions.

Editorial verification date: August 12, 2026.

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