The property tax is the largest and most important revenue source for municipalities. It is the only tax that municipalities have the authority to collect. Property taxes are calculated by multiplyi
ng the property assessment by the tax rate applied to the property. The County of Essex and the lower-tier municipalities set tax rates.
1) Property Assessment
2) Tax Rates
| Residential Property Example | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Tax Rate A | Assessment B | Property Taxes C= A X B | |
| County of Essex portion | .00414581 | $200,000 | $829.16 |
| Education (Province) portion | .00241000 | $200,000 | $482.00 |
| Local Municipal portion (AVG) | .00686912 | $200,000 | $1,373.82 |
| Total | .01342493 | $2,684.98 | |
Windsor and Essex County Property Tax Mill Rates information by Community
A recent report indicates that one in eight homes are incorrectly assessed by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC), defined as having an assessment that is off by more than 20% of the proven market value.
To challenge MPAC successfully you need to prove to them the correct market valuation of your property with support documentation. One method to determine FMV of your property is to obtain a free no obligations market evaluation from a licensed realtor, who better is equipped to provide the necessary support documentation requirements.
To initiate your request for a reduction in your property you must complete the Request for Reconsideration Form.
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