This page helps users handle a property tax task in Martin County, Florida, including finding tax bills, reviewing payment details, and understanding key deadlines.
Most payment and bill actions run through the Martin County Tax Collector. Assessment, exemption, ownership, and address questions are handled by the Martin County Property Appraiser.
Search and pay Martin County property taxes online
The Martin County Tax Collector provides online payment services for real estate taxes and tangible personal property taxes. You can use the payment system to search for tax bills, accounts, properties, and related bill information.
- Owner name, such as a full name or last name
- Street address, with common words like road, drive, or avenue left off if needed
- Account number from the tax bill
- Quoted exact terms, such as a full address or owner name, when a precise match helps
Once you find the right bill, review the bill page before starting payment.
- Open the property tax account search.
- Search by name, address, account number, or other relevant terms.
- Open the bill to view charges, recent payments, parcel details, and full bill history.
- If a balance is due and online payment is available, use the Pay button to add the bill to the cart.
- Open the public payments portal to continue with available payment services.
Before checkout: confirm the bill, parcel, balance, and payment method because completed online transactions cannot be changed or canceled.
Property tax bills and payment timing
Martin County real estate taxes are paid in arrears. The tax year runs from January 1 through December 31, and tax statements are normally mailed on or about November 1 each year.
The gross amount is due by March 31. Early payment discounts apply by month.
| Payment period | Discount |
|---|---|
| November | 4% |
| December | 3% |
| January | 2% |
| February | 1% |
| March | No discount |
Unpaid real property taxes become delinquent April 1. At that point, a 3% interest charge is added to the gross tax amount, along with advertising costs when applicable.
Online payment methods and fees
When a bill has a balance due and online payment is allowed, the bill page, search page, or parcel page may show a Pay button. Multiple bills can be added to the shopping cart before checkout.
The online cart may allow credit card, debit card, or e-check payment. A third-party fee of 2.75% applies when a credit card is used, and the Tax Collector’s office does not receive that fee.
Online bill payments made through your own bank may be sent by paper check instead of electronically, which can affect discounts or delinquency timing.
Assessment, exemption, ownership, and address questions
The Tax Collector collects taxes after the tax roll is certified. Questions about exemptions, ownership changes, address changes, and property assessments should be directed to the Martin County Property Appraiser.
Homestead exemption information is handled through the Property Appraiser. The Property Appraiser also maintains real property records that can be searched by Parcel ID, Account Number, Subdivision, Address, or Owner Last Name.
Installment and partial payment options
Martin County taxpayers may make partial payments on current taxes, but partial payments are not eligible for discounts. Any unpaid balance that remains before April 1 becomes delinquent.
For next year’s property taxes, an installment plan application must be filed with the Tax Collector office before May 1. Florida law requires estimated taxes of more than $100 to participate.
| Installment | Due date | Discount |
|---|---|---|
| First installment | June 30 | 6% |
| Second installment | September 30 | 4.5% |
| Third installment | December 31 | 3% |
| Fourth installment | March 31 | No discount |
Delinquent taxes and tax certificates
Real estate taxes become delinquent April 1 each year. Florida law requires a 3% penalty at that time, and delinquent parcels are advertised before the tax certificate sale.
The Tax Collector is required to hold a tax certificate sale on or before June 1. A tax certificate represents a lien on unpaid real estate taxes. The certificate is valid for seven years from the date of issuance, and a holder may apply for a tax deed after two or more years have passed since delinquency.
Tangible personal property taxes also become delinquent April 1. A 1.5% monthly penalty, a $2 delinquent fee, and advertising costs may be added.
Martin County property tax contacts
Use the Tax Collector for payment and collection questions. Use the Property Appraiser for assessments, exemptions, ownership, and address matters.
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Martin County Tax Collector
Phone: (772) 288-5600 -
Martin County Property Appraiser
Phone: (772) 288-5608
Email: info@pamartinfl.gov -
Martin County Property Appraiser Hobe Sound Branch
Phone: (772) 546-1309
Open Monday and Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed for lunch.
Common questions
Where can I look up and pay Martin County property taxes?
Use the Martin County Tax Collector online payment system to search bills, review account details, and pay eligible balances through the property tax account search or the public payments portal.
When are Martin County property taxes due?
The gross amount is due by March 31. Taxes become delinquent April 1, when interest and other costs may be added.
Who handles homestead exemption questions?
Homestead exemption questions should go to the Martin County Property Appraiser, not the Tax Collector.
Can I print a duplicate tax bill online?
Yes. The online bill page allows users to print a duplicate bill, view charges, see recent payments, review parcel details, and access full bill history.
Can I make partial payments on current taxes?
Yes. Partial payments may be made on current taxes, but they do not qualify for discounts, and any remaining balance becomes delinquent if not paid before April 1.
What happens if real estate taxes are not paid?
Unpaid real estate taxes become delinquent April 1. The Tax Collector advertises delinquent parcels before the tax certificate sale, which begins on or before June 1.