Average Tax Assessment in Ellis County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Ellis County, Texas
Ellis County has a total of 63,797 properties, with a cumulative value of $15.0B. This accounts for 0.70% of all real estate value in Texas. Property taxes in Ellis County totaled $266.7M, with an average homeowner paying $4,198 in property taxes, which is higher than the state average of $4,015. The average property tax rate in Ellis County is 1.78%, which is higher than the state average of 1.69%. 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 Texas begins on January 1st, when the property valuation date is set. Property value notices are issued between April and May, and the property tax appeal deadline is May 15th or 30 days after the notices are issued. The real property tax bill is due on January 31st for the preceding year's gross tax bills.
Updated November 01, 2023
| Important Links | |
|---|---|
| Ellis Clerk | (972) 825-5070 |
| TexasFile Clerk Records | - |
| Ellis Assessor | (580) 885-7975 |
| Ellis Register of Deeds | (785) 628-9450 |
| Important Dates | |
|---|---|
| Real Property Tax Bill Due (1st of #): | January 31st, Gross tax bills for preceding year |
| Property Valuation Date: | January 1st |
| Property Value Notices Issued: | April - May |
| Property Tax Appeal Deadline: | May 15th or 30 days after notices are issued |
| Property Tax Bills Issued: | October 1st |
| Available Exemptions | |
|---|---|
| Early Payment Discount | |
| Senior | Available |
| Disabled | Available |
| Homestead | Available |
| Veteran | Available |
| Solar/Wind | Available |
| Charitable | Available |
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Real Estate Statistics in Ellis County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Ellis County
Ellis County has an average property tax rate of 1.78%, which is slightly lower than the average rate for the state of Texas. This rate is applied to the assessed value of a property to calculate the amount of taxes due. The average Ellis County property tax bill is $4,198, which is slightly lower than the state average.
Property tax rates vary across the cities in Ellis County. The city with the highest effective property tax rate is Glenn Heights, at 2.21%, while the city with the lowest effective property tax rate is Milford, at 1.09%. This means that property owners in Glenn Heights will pay more in taxes than those in Milford. However, the difference in rates is not significant enough to make a major impact on the overall tax burden for Ellis County residents.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Ellis 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ennis | $47,542 | $95,688 | $153,750 | $216,065 | $316,710 |
| Ferris | $23,371 | $51,000 | $107,470 | $181,768 | $243,562 |
| Glenn Heights | $161,726 | $197,905 | $229,085 | $257,892 | $291,459 |
| Italy | $23,698 | $82,948 | $128,290 | $178,170 | $276,598 |
| Maypearl | $59,928 | $122,122 | $188,905 | $287,048 | $419,145 |
| Midlothian | $100,000 | $205,090 | $285,000 | $373,282 | $462,435 |
| Milford | $13,130 | $33,450 | $90,900 | $148,320 | $223,070 |
| Ovilla | $213,645 | $254,212 | $353,705 | $413,192 | $454,465 |
| Palmer | $35,914 | $73,465 | $143,160 | $229,615 | $332,222 |
| Red Oak | $66,503 | $185,475 | $238,475 | $298,980 | $385,335 |
| Venus | $41,072 | $85,020 | $158,290 | $228,670 | $343,393 |
| Waxahachie | $82,932 | $162,720 | $229,000 | $309,595 | $402,588 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Ellis County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ennis | $431 | $1,267 | $2,569 | $4,131 | $5,587 |
| Ferris | $212 | $623 | $1,378 | $2,932 | $4,960 |
| Glenn Heights | $3,241 | $4,206 | $5,210 | $5,923 | $6,660 |
| Italy | $331 | $953 | $2,132 | $3,066 | $4,140 |
| Maypearl | $707 | $1,744 | $3,054 | $4,237 | $5,603 |
| Midlothian | $1,275 | $3,604 | $5,505 | $7,438 | $9,225 |
| Milford | $168 | $326 | $1,078 | $1,810 | $2,566 |
| Ovilla | $2,683 | $4,550 | $7,115 | $8,977 | $10,000 |
| Palmer | $469 | $1,059 | $2,342 | $3,907 | $5,322 |
| Red Oak | $814 | $2,446 | $4,327 | $6,069 | $7,821 |
| Venus | $362 | $870 | $1,985 | $4,590 | $5,643 |
| Waxahachie | $965 | $2,378 | $4,256 | $5,806 | $7,334 |
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.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ennis | 0.91% | 1.32% | 1.67% | 1.91% | 1.76% |
| Ferris | 0.91% | 1.22% | 1.28% | 1.61% | 2.04% |
| Glenn Heights | 2.00% | 2.13% | 2.27% | 2.30% | 2.29% |
| Italy | 1.40% | 1.15% | 1.66% | 1.72% | 1.50% |
| Maypearl | 1.18% | 1.43% | 1.62% | 1.48% | 1.34% |
| Midlothian | 1.27% | 1.76% | 1.93% | 1.99% | 1.99% |
| Milford | 1.28% | 0.97% | 1.19% | 1.22% | 1.15% |
| Ovilla | 1.26% | 1.79% | 2.01% | 2.17% | 2.20% |
| Palmer | 1.31% | 1.44% | 1.64% | 1.70% | 1.60% |
| Red Oak | 1.22% | 1.32% | 1.81% | 2.03% | 2.03% |
| Venus | 0.88% | 1.02% | 1.25% | 2.01% | 1.64% |
| Waxahachie | 1.16% | 1.46% | 1.86% | 1.88% | 1.82% |
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Real Estate Values in Ellis County
The median home price in Ellis County, Texas has increased by 10.90% from October 2022 to October 2023, from $420.0K to $465.8K. This indicates that the housing market in Ellis County is strong and that home prices are continuing to rise. The home inventory in Ellis County has remained steady at 1.0K, indicating that demand for housing in the area is high.
Average Home Value in Ellis County, Texas
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Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Ellis County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Ellis County
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Mortgage Rates in Ellis County
Ellis County has an outstanding loan amount of $15.2 billion across home mortgages. This represents 28.4 thousand outstanding loans, which is a significant portion of the total home value in the county. The median mortgage rate in Ellis County varies across cities, with Ferris having the highest rate of 4.15%, and Venus having the lowest rate of 3.91%. This difference in rates can be attributed to the different economic and housing conditions in each city.
Overall, Ellis County has a significant amount of outstanding loans, which is indicative of a healthy housing market. The variation in mortgage rates across cities provides an opportunity for potential home buyers to find the best rate for their needs. With the right research and comparison, home buyers can find the best rate for their budget and needs.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Ellis County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ennis | $33,708 | $67,466 | $129,373 | $191,670 | $260,260 |
| Ferris | $31,667 | $60,927 | $129,055 | $189,296 | $233,642 |
| Glenn Heights | $78,099 | $120,127 | $199,170 | $228,168 | $269,765 |
| Italy | $28,050 | $57,092 | $106,221 | $165,161 | $247,425 |
| Maypearl | $39,279 | $89,733 | $162,243 | $272,960 | $358,094 |
| Midlothian | $84,954 | $137,573 | $219,230 | $298,205 | $373,153 |
| Milford | $23,217 | $41,599 | $75,735 | $131,433 | $183,371 |
| Ovilla | $109,362 | $159,952 | $256,501 | $334,481 | $383,445 |
| Palmer | $34,746 | $75,935 | $138,350 | $199,068 | $263,237 |
| Red Oak | $72,706 | $115,474 | $187,338 | $256,571 | $328,298 |
| Venus | $45,572 | $93,667 | $164,985 | $208,379 | $262,459 |
| Waxahachie | $65,455 | $111,421 | $186,627 | $262,829 | $342,992 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Ellis County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ennis | 2.90% | 3.48% | 4.03% | 4.80% | 6.06% |
| Ferris | 3.00% | 3.59% | 4.15% | 4.82% | 6.11% |
| Glenn Heights | 2.90% | 3.43% | 3.92% | 4.50% | 5.87% |
| Italy | 2.90% | 3.52% | 4.10% | 4.82% | 6.01% |
| Maypearl | 2.90% | 3.24% | 3.92% | 4.53% | 5.72% |
| Midlothian | 2.90% | 3.50% | 3.95% | 4.50% | 5.67% |
| Milford | 2.90% | 3.56% | 3.98% | 4.80% | 6.14% |
| Ovilla | 2.90% | 3.45% | 3.92% | 4.40% | 4.94% |
| Palmer | 2.90% | 3.48% | 3.94% | 4.61% | 5.93% |
| Red Oak | 2.90% | 3.42% | 3.93% | 4.56% | 5.88% |
| Venus | 2.80% | 3.10% | 3.91% | 4.38% | 5.28% |
| Waxahachie | 2.90% | 3.42% | 3.93% | 4.50% | 5.67% |
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