Average Tax Assessment in Mitchell County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Mitchell County, Georgia
Mitchell County has a total of 7,086 properties with a cumulative value of $860.4M. This represents 0.11% of all real estate value in Georgia. Property taxes in Mitchell County totaled $13.3M, with the average homeowner paying $1,878 in property taxes, which is lower than the state average of $2,360. The average property tax rate in Mitchell County is 1.55%, higher than the state average of 1.00%. Property taxes are calculated based on the assessed value of the property, which is typically lower than the market value.
The property tax timeline in Georgia begins on January 1st, when the property values are assessed. Property value notices are then issued between April and July, and property owners have 30 to 45 days after the notices are mailed to file an appeal. Finally, property tax bills are issued on September 1st.
Updated November 01, 2023
Important Links | |
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Mitchell Appraisal District | (325) 728-5028 |
Mitchell Clerk | (325) 728-3481 |
TexasFile Clerk Records | - |
Mitchell Register of Deeds | (785) 738-3854 |
Important Dates | |
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Property Valuation Date: | January 1st |
Property Value Notices Issued: | April - July |
Property Tax Appeal Deadline: | 30 to 45 days after notices mailed |
Property Tax Bills Issued: | September 1st |
Real Property Tax Bill Due (1st of #): | May - December, Varies by jurisdiction, Fulton County - October 15th |
Available Exemptions | |
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Senior | Available |
Disabled | Available |
Homestead | Available |
Veteran | Available |
Solar/Wind | Not Available |
Charitable | Available |
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Real Estate Statistics in Mitchell County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Mitchell County
Mitchell County has an average property tax rate of 1.55%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 1.58%. This rate is applied to all property owners in the county, regardless of the city in which they reside. However, there is some variation in the effective property tax rate across the cities in Mitchell County. The city of Pelham has the highest effective property tax rate at 1.58%, while the city of Albany has the lowest effective property tax rate at 1.46%. This means that property owners in Pelham will pay slightly more in property taxes than those in Albany. Overall, Mitchell County has a relatively low property tax rate compared to other counties in the state, making it an attractive option for those looking to purchase property in the area.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Mitchell County. The tax assessment value may differ from the potential sale value, and is used to calculate the property tax for each piece of real estate.
City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
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Albany | $19,483 | $30,278 | $54,264 | $104,188 | $149,704 |
Baconton | $19,694 | $33,150 | $58,549 | $105,975 | $183,550 |
Camilla | $23,056 | $42,000 | $71,150 | $122,636 | $219,475 |
Meigs | $24,928 | $50,303 | $99,557 | $165,213 | $338,404 |
Pelham | $17,000 | $32,100 | $55,850 | $96,275 | $179,869 |
Sale City | $17,243 | $35,215 | $66,726 | $135,540 | $300,516 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Mitchell County.
Effective Property Tax Rate
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the property tax bill by the assessed value. For the percentiles below, the calculation is performed using the percentiles for property tax bill and assessed value above. Therefore, each consecutive percentile doesn't necessarily show a larger value.
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Real Estate Values in Mitchell County
Home prices in Mitchell County, Georgia have remained relatively stable over the past year, with no change in median home price from October 2022 to October 2023. However, the home inventory in Mitchell County has increased significantly, from 3 homes in October 2022 to 12 homes in October 2023. This indicates that there is an increased demand for housing in the area, which could lead to an increase in home prices in the future.
Average Home Value in Mitchell County, Georgia
Last updated: November 2023
Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Mitchell County
Last updated: November 2023
Percent Change in New Home Listings in Mitchell County
Last updated: November 2023
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Mortgage Rates in Mitchell County
Mortgages in Mitchell County are a major factor in the local economy. According to recent statistics, there is a total of $82.3 million in outstanding loans across the county. This represents 848 individual loans, which is a significant portion of the total home value in the area. The median mortgage rate in Mitchell County varies across cities, with Albany having the highest rate at 4.17%, and Pelham having the lowest rate at 3.98%. This variation in rates can make a significant difference in the amount of money that a homeowner pays for their mortgage each month. Overall, mortgages in Mitchell County are an important part of the local economy, and the variation in rates across cities can make a big difference in the amount of money that a homeowner pays for their mortgage each month.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Mitchell County by city.
City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
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Albany | $17,772 | $37,924 | $77,808 | $113,315 | $155,761 |
Baconton | $29,160 | $56,942 | $87,705 | $128,558 | $174,488 |
Camilla | $24,656 | $48,716 | $79,118 | $110,272 | $150,550 |
Meigs | $31,785 | $49,563 | $93,709 | $205,215 | $299,015 |
Pelham | $16,778 | $43,909 | $72,101 | $107,511 | $152,290 |
Sale City | $17,389 | $26,230 | $52,660 | $83,611 | $139,847 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Mitchell County.
Housing Expenses in Mitchell County, Georgia
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