This page helps with Property Search in Montgomery County, Alabama by pointing you to official county tools for parcel, appraisal, mapping, assessment, and tax-related property information.
Start with the Citizen Access Portal from the Montgomery County Revenue Commissioner’s Office, then use the county parcel viewer when you need map-based parcel details.
Citizen Access Portal property records
The Montgomery County Citizen Access Portal is the main online entry point for county property information. It is provided by the Revenue Commissioner’s Office and includes county property access through the official portal.
Review the portal results carefully. The portal states that information is provided “as-is” and may contain errors or omissions, so unclear results should be checked with the Revenue Commissioner’s Office.
Montgomery County parcel viewer
For map-based property research, use the Montgomery County ISV3 parcel viewer. The viewer includes parcel layers, county boundary data, imagery, annotation layers, measurement tools, print options, and identify tools for map review.
The parcel viewer can help when you need to compare a property record with its mapped location, parcel number, acreage, dimensions, subdivision information, or surrounding parcel context.
GIS and cadastral mapping
The Montgomery County GIS and Cadastral Mapping Department supports county spatial data, GIS services, cadastral mapping, and parcel data used in the assessment and appraisal process. Cadastral maps show the extent, value, and ownership of land.
The county’s GIS online services page lists the Montgomery County GIS Parcel Viewer and Aerial Photography, a map of volunteer fire districts, land and lot book archives, political layers, and viewer instructions.
Real property appraisal information
Montgomery County real property includes land and improvements attached to land, including residential and commercial structures. The county values real property for tax purposes by adding land value and building value, then adjusting to market value using comparable sales.
Commercial offices, apartments, hotels, motels, and self-storage properties may be valued using the income approach when income potential drives value. The county values property yearly, and appraisal for property tax is handled one year in arrears.
Property changes: If you add, remove, renovate, or otherwise change improvements, notify the county so the record can be updated accurately.
Tax assessment details
The Tax Assessment page explains that real estate and personal property subject to Alabama ad valorem taxation must be listed with the Revenue Commissioner as of October 1.
When property is purchased or acquired in Montgomery County, the assessment must be filed with the Revenue Commissioner on or before December 31 for property acquired during the previous fiscal year. Proof of interest in the property, such as a deed or other ownership documentation, is required before a transfer is allowed.
Real property does not need to be reassessed every year unless ownership, mailing address, property description, improvements, or land changes. Personal property must be assessed annually.
| Property class | Description | Assessment rate |
|---|---|---|
| Class III | Single-family owner-occupied homes or condominiums, and farm and timber properties | 10% |
| Class II | Apartments, commercial and industrial properties, duplexes, triplexes, quadriplexes, and other properties not in Class I or Class III | 20% |
| Class I | Public utilities | 30% |
Property tax collection and tax sale information
The Tax Collections page explains payment timing, delinquency rules, refunds, and tax sale procedures for Montgomery County property taxes.
Property taxes are due October 1 each year and are collected one year in arrears. Ad valorem taxes become delinquent January 1, and interest accrues at 1% per month. Additional delinquent charges are added after January 1.
Tax sales are held annually for unpaid tax properties. In Alabama, tax sale buyers purchase tax interest only, not the property. A tax deed cannot be issued until three years from the tax sale date.
Contact Montgomery County property offices
Use these contacts for property search, parcel mapping, appraisal, assessment, and tax questions tied to Montgomery County property records.
- Montgomery County Revenue Commissioner, 101 S. Lawrence St, Montgomery, AL 36104. Mailing address: P.O. Box 1667, Montgomery, AL 36102-1667. Phone: (334) 832-1250.
- Montgomery County GIS and Cadastral Mapping Department. Phone: (334) 832-4950.
Common questions
Where should I start a Montgomery County property search?
Start with the Montgomery County Citizen Access Portal for online property information from the Revenue Commissioner’s Office.
Which tool should I use for parcel maps?
Use the Montgomery County ISV3 parcel viewer for parcel layers, imagery, measurements, identify tools, and print options.
Who handles GIS and cadastral mapping questions?
The Montgomery County GIS and Cadastral Mapping Department handles GIS data, cadastral mapping, parcel data layers, and related mapping support. The department phone number is (334) 832-4950.
When are Montgomery County property taxes due?
Property taxes are due October 1 each year. Ad valorem taxes become delinquent January 1, and interest accrues at 1% per month after delinquency.
What should I do if I changed buildings or improvements on my property?
Notify Montgomery County if you add, remove, or change buildings or improvements so the property record can be reviewed and updated accurately.