Who is eligible for the Homestead Exemption program? Those eligible must be 65 years of age or older or be permanently or totally disabled, meet annual state set income requirements, and own the home where they live as of January 1st or the year in which they apply.
Deeds and additional ownership documentation (circa 1810 to present) is available online or in person at the Recorder's Office, located on the 4th floor of the Cuyahoga County Administration Building. Circa 1860-1945, available at the Cuyahoga County Archives.
For questions about property tax, residents should call the Cuyahoga County Treasurer's Office at 216-443-7400 or (during busy periods) 216-443-4663.
Real estate property taxes are billed twice a year, with payment due in mid-February and mid-July. Mobile home taxes are billed twice a year, as well, with payment due March 1st and July 31st. The Treasurer's Office wants to make paying taxes as simple as possible for Cuyahoga County taxpayers.
While dates may vary slightly, generally real estate property taxes are due on the third Thursday of February and July. Please call the office at 216-443-7400 Option 1 with questions. Mobile home taxes are due March 1st and July 31st (or the first business day following if those dates fall on a weekend or holiday).
Ask for Your Property Tax Card. Don't Build. Limit Curb Appeal. Research Neighboring Homes. Allow the Assessor Access to Your Home. Walk the Home With the Assessor. Look for Exemptions. Appeal Your Tax Bill.