Property Tax

Property taxes collect money based on the valuation of real estate in a given area. Counties, cities, villages, school districts, and special districts each raise money through real estate taxes.  Governments have the ability to levy taxes upon land located within their jurisdiction. 

In the City of Chardon, the money collected from property taxes currently funds Fire/EMS service, the police department, sidewalks, shade trees, and general government functions. Residents also support their local school district and County services such as the library and parks through property taxes, which are both separate entities from the City.

How Do I Pay My Property Taxes?

Property taxes are collected through the Geauga County Treasurer's Office. They have several easy and convenient ways to pay your property tax bill. For more information and online payment options, please visit the Geauga County Treasurer's website here: Real Estate Tax

How Much Are Property Taxes?

The Geauga County Auditor's Office provides several helpful property tax resources for your reference:

Visit the County Auditor's website at auditor.geauga.oh.gov or contact them at 440-279-1600 for more information or assistance.

Definitions

Voted Tax Rate

The voted tax rate is the total rate approved by the voters in our City. This rate also includes 10 mills of non-voted taxes guaranteed by the Ohio Constitution.

Effective Tax Rate

This is your tax rate after the tax reduction factor is applied. You are protected from non-voted increases in taxes by Ohio legislation known as House Bill 920. Passed in 1976, HB920 reduces your tax rate as property values in your district increase during triennial reappraisals and updates.

Millage ("Mills")

Millage is the "tax rate" that is applied to the assessed value of a property for property tax collection purposes. The assessed value is 35% of the estimated market value of the property. 1 mill of property tax translates to $1 collected for every $1,000 in assessed property value.

For example, if a property has a market value of $100,000, its assessed value is $35,000. One mill of property tax would generate $35 of tax collection ($35,000/1,000 x 1).