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How do you find the assessed value of your home?

by Jo Ann Haven 11/18/2024

Knowing the assessed value of a particular property can be a huge help in buying, selling or refinancing. However, with multiple valuation methods and terms available, it can be difficult to distinguish one from the other. Luckily, there are some simple ways to find the assessed value of your home. Here are the basics:

What is assessed value?

The assessed value of a property refers to the estimated amount your home would sell for. This value is key in determining how much you pay in property taxes every year. A lower assessed value will generally equal lower tax rates and vice versa.

How do you calculate assessed value?

To find the assessed value of your home, you would need to know a few other variables first. One is a percentage known as an "assessment rate" determined by the local county or other municipality. You also need the market value of your home, which can be determined by a real estate agent, and the appraised value, which you can get from a professional appraisal.

To calculate the assessed value, you multiply the market value by the assessment rate. For example:

Assessed value = (Market value x Assessment rate) / 100

If you're planning to sell or buy a home, it's important to familiarize yourself with these terms. Even if you're not planning to buy or sell, knowing your home's value can help you make more informed financial decisions.

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Jo Ann Haven

Have you spent the past 35 years learning all you can about your new home in Brevard County? Do you know which neighborhoods meet your needs? Which school districts are the best? Where you get the most value for your investment and what local infrastructure changes are just around the bend?
Jo Ann does. She has loved this area since moving here over three decades ago. As a qualified realtor and parent, she knows the right questions to ask and can help you find your perfect home regardless of whether you’re a first-time or forever-home buyer. Condos, townhomes, and single family homes on the mainland or luxury homes on our barrier islands, Jo Ann can assist you in making the right choices for your current and long-term residence. And if you decide to rent while looking, she can help with that, too.
With the same dedication Jo Ann has put into training to run half marathons and other short races, she will explain the buying process, answer your questions (over and over if needed), and guide you through the hoops to home ownership. Call or email and let’s get started.