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Where can I pay my property tax?

Make your property tax payment by mail or in person to the Collector of Revenue at the County Government Center in Clayton, 41 S. Central, St. Louis, Missouri 63105 (615-5500).

I moved to the State in the middle of the year. Will I owe taxes for personal property or real estate taxes?

Personal Property: If you purchase a vehicle or move to St. Louis County after January 1st, you will not be taxed on the vehicle until next year. A tax waiver is issued to new residents of the State of Missouri, or to people who are buying their first vehicle. In order to apply for a tax waiver, you must present proof of ownership such as a title, title application, or a registration to the County Department of Revenue. Call 615-1500.

Real Estate Property: At the time real estate (land, home) is purchased the taxes due are negotiated between the buyer and the seller. Usually the amount is prorated for the number of months each person owns the property. For more information, call 615-2555.

I lost my property tax receipt. How do I get a duplicate receipt?

Duplicate receipts are available from the Collector of Revenue at the County Government Center in Clayton or at any of the County's satellite Government Centers. There is a $1.00 charge. A receipt can also be mailed to you. For more information, call 615-1500.

I can't pay my taxes at this time. Can I make arrangements to make partial payments?

There is no provision in Missouri law to allow for partial payments. You must pay one full year at a time; interest and penalties will be added for late payments. For more information, call 615-5500.

Can I pay my taxes with a MASTERCARD or VISA?

As of this time, we do not accept payments by Mastercard or Visa. You can pay by mail with a personal or cashier's check. We will accept cash or check payment at the County Government Center in Clayton.

Why is my real property reassessed every two years?

The State of Missouri has a law which requires the County to reassess all real estate property every two years. For information regarding your reassessment, contact the St. Louis County Assessor's Office at 615-2555.

What if I do not agree with the assessed value?

You can file an appeal with the Board of Equalization. If you are not in agreement after their finding, you can file an appeal with the Missouri State Tax Commission within 30 days of the Board's decision. For more information, call 615-7195.