Multnomah County property tax due dates 2026

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Due in 23 days

First installment: (announced)

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Installment timeline

  1. First installment

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    One-third of the annual tax, without discount.

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  2. Second installment

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    One-third of the annual tax, without discount.

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  3. Third installment

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    One-third of the annual tax, without discount.

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  4. Assessment notice

    The county began mailing 2026 property tax statements and value notices the week before October 19; owners should receive them by November 1.

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  5. Appeal

    December 31, 2026

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Download announced dates (.ics)

Only announced dates are included, with a reminder seven days before. Re-download after dates change.

How to pay

Payment methods

Electronic check, Debit card, Credit card

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Fees

E-check $1.50; debit card $3.95; credit card 2.55%; phone adds $0.50.

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Late payments and penalties

Interest on past-due amounts is 1.3333% per month (16% per year), or fraction of a month, until paid.

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Published rate: 1.3333% per month or fraction of a month

Assessment appeals

Deadline

December 31, 2026

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Where to file

Multnomah County Property Valuation Appeals Board

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Official appeal information

Official appeal information

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Exemptions

Disabled veteran exemption

Who may qualify

Honorably discharged veterans owning and living in a Multnomah County primary residence, certified at least 40% disabled; physician-certified claims also have an income requirement.

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Official exemption information

Official exemption information

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County offices

County notes

Disabled homeowners may qualify for Oregon tax deferral, a loan secured by a state lien. Applications run January 1–December 1; after April 15 a late fee applies. Income, net-worth and residency requirements also apply.

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Senior homeowners age 62 by April 15 may qualify for state property-tax deferral, a loan secured by a lien. Income, net-worth and home-residency requirements apply. Apply January 1–December 1; a late fee applies after April 15.

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Common questions

When is property tax due in Multnomah County?

First installment: November 16, 2026 (announced). Second installment: February 16, 2027 (announced). Third installment: May 17, 2027 (announced).

Where can I pay Multnomah County property tax?

Use the official payment portal: https://proptax.multco.us. Electronic check, Debit card, Credit card

What is the Multnomah County appeal deadline?

December 31, 2026. Multnomah County Property Valuation Appeals Board

What happens if my Multnomah County payment is late?

Interest on past-due amounts is 1.3333% per month (16% per year), or fraction of a month, until paid.

Sources and verification

https://multco.us/news/news-release-property-tax-payments-are-due-nov-16-2026
3% Discount: Pay 2026 property taxes in full by Nov. 16, 2026, or submit a payment postmarked by that date.

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https://multco.us/info/property-tax-payment-faqs
Interest is charged on any past due amounts at a rate of 1.3333% per month (16% per year) or fraction of a month until paid.

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https://multco.us/services/pay-property-taxes
Make checks payable to Multnomah County Tax Collector.

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https://multco.us/info/about-division-assessment-recording-and-taxation
Division of Assessment Recording and Taxation

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https://multco.us/info/disabled-veteran-exemption
Own and live in a Multnomah County home as your primary residence. You must be certified as 40 percent or more disabled by the Department of Veteran Affairs, US Armed Forces, or an independent licensed physician. (Veterans certified by an independent licensed physician must also meet an income requirement). You must have received an honorable discharge from active duty.

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https://multco.us/info/disabled-homeowner-deferral
The Disabled Homeowner Deferral Program allows you to borrow from the State of Oregon to pay your property taxes to the County. The program is a delay in paying property taxes on your residence and the State will record a lien on your property. You need to file an application with our office between January 1st and December 1st, to defer the taxes due that year. Applications submitted after April 15th require payment of a late fee to submit the application. There are net worth and income criteria. You must live in your home for at least five years before April 15th of the year in which you apply for the program, unless you had to live away from it for health reasons.

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https://multco.us/info/senior-citizen-deferral
The Senior Citizen Deferral program allows you to borrow from the State of Oregon to pay your property taxes to the County. The program is a delay in paying property taxes on your residence and the State will record a lien on your property. You are at least 62 years of age by April 15th of the year you file. You need to file an application with our office between January 1st and December 1st, to defer the taxes due that year. Applications submitted after April 15th require payment of a late fee to submit the application. You must live in your home for at least five years before April 15th of the year in which you apply for the program, unless you had to live away from it for health reasons. There are net worth and income criteria.

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Plan your next step

Estimate a bill and check your assessment

Census survey estimates, 2020–2024. These county medians describe a survey population; they do not establish your home’s correct assessment.

Median home value
$552,700
Median annual taxes paid
$5,301
Estimated effective rate
0.96%

Census home values, Census taxes paid. Last verified 2026-10-24. Rate = median taxes ÷ median home value. Displayed rates are rounded; calculations use the unrounded ratio.

Example at $552,700: $5,301 per year, using the Census estimate.

Is my assessment too high?

At the default market value and bill, both equal the county medians. Being above a median does not establish overassessment. Assessed or taxable values may use a different basis and cannot be compared directly with Census market values.

Appeal timing and filing

Published appeal deadline: December 31, 2026 (announced).

How to file: Multnomah County Property Valuation Appeals Board

State guidance: After county Property Value Appeals Board review, value appeals may go to the Tax Court Magistrate Division within 30 days of the order's mailing or hearing delivery.

Official appeal information and filing instructions

Appeal sources and verification

No savings are promised. Not tax or legal advice; confirm with your county. Estimate methodology and limitations.

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