This page helps users handle a Property Tax need in Stark County, Ohio by finding real estate tax records, checking payment options, and knowing when to contact the Stark County Treasurer.
The Stark County Payment Portal supports real estate tax searches and online credit card payments, while the Treasurer’s Office handles mailed, in-person, drop box, phone, automatic withdrawal, and prepayment options.
Stark County Payment Portal real estate tax search
Use the Stark County Payment Portal real estate tax search to look up real estate taxes before making a payment or confirming parcel details.
Have one or more of these search details ready:
- Parcel number or multiple parcel numbers separated by commas
- Owner last name and owner first name
- Property address number
- Property address street
The search page notes that parcels under contract are excluded, and those payments must be made in person or by mail to the Treasurer’s Office.
- Choose whether to search by parcel number, owner name, or property address.
- Enter the matching search details in the real estate tax search form.
- Review the parcel and tax information returned by the portal before choosing a payment method.
Real estate tax payments and due date
The Stark County Treasurer collects real estate tax payments. The Treasurer’s real estate tax page lists the last day to pay first half 2025 real estate property taxes as February 25, 2026.
A 10% penalty, plus interest, must be charged on outstanding balances due after that date. Failure to receive a tax bill will not void the penalty and interest. The penalty is added to the 2025 second half real estate property tax bill mailed in June 2026.
For county payment guidance and official notices, review the Stark County Treasurer real estate tax page.
Ways to pay Stark County real estate taxes
Stark County supports several payment methods. Use the method that fits your situation, and keep your parcel number available so the payment is credited correctly.
| Payment option | What to know |
|---|---|
| U.S. mail | Mail a personal check, certified check, or money order by the due date. Write parcel number(s) on the payment and include the bill stub(s). |
| Treasurer’s Office | Pay in person at the Stark County Office Building, 110 Central Plaza South, Suite 250, Canton, OH 44702. |
| Drop box | Use a drop box at the Stark County Office Building. A 24/7 drop box is outside the building; larger packets can be placed inside the lobby during lobby hours. |
| Phone by credit card | Call (877) 690-3729 and use jurisdiction code 4518. A vendor convenience fee applies. |
| Online by credit card | Use the county’s online payment option. A credit card vendor convenience fee applies, and payments are time-stamped. |
| Bank online bill pay | Make the check payable to The Stark County Treasurer and have it mailed to 110 Central Plaza South, Suite 250, Canton, OH 44702. Enter the parcel number as the account number. |
| Monthly prepayment | Half-year property taxes are divided into five installments and withdrawn automatically from a checking or savings account. |
| Semiannual automatic withdrawal | The Treasurer withdraws the property tax payment from a checking or savings account when bills are due in February and July. |
Each parcel must be paid as a separate transaction to help ensure proper credit.
Online bill pay fees and card types
The county’s online bill pay page allows online Stark County property tax payments by credit card. Registration is not required.
A payment processor fee of 2.40%, with a minimum fee of $2.00, is charged for this service. The fee is not charged by the Treasurer’s Office, and Stark County receives no portion of it. The fee amount is shown before the transaction is completed.
Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express are accepted. Payments are time-stamped, and a submitted payment is considered accepted and paid on the submitted date, though processing may take additional days.
Prepayment and automatic withdrawal programs
The monthly prepayment program is for taxpayers who prefer installment-style payments instead of paying a larger amount twice a year. The Treasurer divides half-year property taxes into five installments and withdraws the amount from a checking or savings account.
The semiannual automatic withdrawal program allows the Treasurer to withdraw property tax payments from a checking or savings account when property tax bills are due in February and July.
To sign up for monthly prepayment, contact Desiree at 330-451-7814 (Ext 7822) or dipeters@starkcountyohio.gov. To sign up for semiannual automatic withdrawal, contact Richard at 330-451-7814 (Ext 7819) or rcwillaman@starkcountyohio.gov.
Prior year tax searches
For taxes associated with parcels for years prior to and including 2009, include the leading zero and no dashes when searching by parcel. For years after 2009, do not include the leading zero or dashes.
The prior year search page also directs users to check the Auditor’s website for the most current tax payment information about a parcel.
Stark County Treasurer contact information
Contact the Treasurer’s Office for Stark County property tax payment questions, in-person payments, mailed payments, and account help.
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Stark County Treasurer, 110 Central Plaza South, Suite 250, Canton, Ohio 44702-1410
Phone: (330) 451-7814
Fax: (330) 451-7815
Office hours: Monday through Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM; closed all government holidays - Stark County Treasurer mailing address, PO Box 24815, Canton, Ohio 44701-4815
Common questions
Where can I search Stark County real estate taxes?
Use the Stark County Payment Portal real estate tax search to search by parcel number, owner name, or property address.
Can I pay Stark County real estate taxes online?
Yes. The Stark County Payment Portal accepts online credit card payments for real estate taxes. A 2.40% payment processor fee applies, with a $2.00 minimum fee.
What happens if I miss the first half 2025 real estate tax due date?
Outstanding balances due after February 25, 2026 must be charged a 10% penalty, plus interest. Not receiving a tax bill does not void the penalty or interest.
How should I pay if I have more than one parcel?
Each parcel must be paid as a separate transaction so the Treasurer can apply the payment properly.
What should I do if my parcel is under contract?
The real estate tax search page notes that parcels under contract are excluded. Payments for those parcels must be made in person or by mail to the Treasurer’s Office.