FAQs

What is the 'tax lien' date?: The tax lien date is used to reflect real estate market value each year. In Ohio, the annual tax lien date is January 1, and property taxes are always paid a year in arrears. For example, taxes paid in 2014 are for Tax Year 2013 and were calculated based on the property's value as of January 1, 2013.

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Auditor - Real Estate

1. How does the Auditor value my property?: Please view this informative video that will help explain the process and make it easy to understand. The video is available in both QuickTime and Windows Media format through our Media Center.
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2. How can I contest my property value?: If you do not agree with the valuation of your property, you have the right to file a formal complaint prior to March 31s by completing form DTE1.

3. How can I determine how much a proposed property tax levy will cost me?: Before each election we place information on our web site estimating the cost of the levy for every $100,000 of appraised value. The cost estimate is based on residential property that qualifies for the non-business and/or owner-occupancy credit. We also estimate the total revenue to be generated from the proposed levy.

4. How do I qualify for the owner-occupancy credit property tax rollback?: The 2.5% owner-occupied credit is a real estate tax reduction available to the homeowner's principal residence. Rental properties are not eligible for the reduction. To apply for the program, you may complete the application and return it to the Greene County Auditor's Office.

5. What is the 'tax lien' date?: The tax lien date is used to reflect real estate market value each year. In Ohio, the annual tax lien date is January 1, and property taxes are always paid a year in arrears. For example, taxes paid in 2014 are for Tax Year 2013 and were calculated based on the property's value as of January 1, 2013.

6. How are my manufactured (or mobile) home taxes calculated?: If the manufactured (or mobile) home was purchased prior to January 1, 2000, the owner has the option to use the depreciation method or elect to use the appraisal method. If the the manufactured (or mobile) home was purchased after January 1, 2000, the property is taxed using the appraisal method.

For more manufactured (or mobile) home information, please visit the Manufactured & Mobile Home Housing page or view more frequently asked questions .