The Office of Real Estate Valuation is the City department responsible for appraising all real property at 100% of market value each year.  The appraisals are used to calculate the annual real estate tax bill. 

The Assessor's Office:

• strives to provide equitable and accurate assessments 
• analyzes parcel sales, land subdivisions, zoning changes 
• updates and maintains building and property characteristics 
• maintains parcel information for website
• administers preferential programs, including Agricultural Land Use and Exemption on Certain Rehabilitated Real Property
• manages the tax abatement programs 
• evaluates trends that affect market value of real property 
• performs market value appraisals related to mechanical, plumbing, electrical and building permits
• provides exceptional customer service and comprehensive real estate information