Access Terre Haute Property Tax Records

Terre Haute property tax records are maintained by Vigo County, where Assessor Kevin Gardner and the Treasurer's office at 33 South 3rd Street handle all parcel assessments, tax bills, and deduction records for this west-central Indiana city on the Wabash River. Homeowners, landlords, and buyers can search Terre Haute property tax records through the county's GIS and online search tools without a trip to the courthouse.

Vigo County Assessor and Terre Haute Parcel Records

Kevin Gardner serves as the Vigo County Assessor and is responsible for setting assessed values on all real property in Terre Haute. His office is at 33 South 3rd Street, 1st Floor, Terre Haute, IN 47807. Phone: (812) 462-3310. Fax: (812) 238-1217. Email: assessor@vigocounty.in.gov. The full office page is at vigocounty.in.gov. The Treasurer's office, also at 33 South 3rd Street, handles payments and can be reached at (812) 462-3361.

Under IC 6-1.1-4, all real property in Indiana is assessed at its true tax value as of January 1 each year. Kevin Gardner's office applies this standard to every Terre Haute parcel by reviewing sales data, permit activity, and property use changes. One important note about how Vigo County handles assessments: the County Assessor maintains assessments for 11 townships without their own central offices. These include Fayette, Honey Creek, Linton, Lost Creek, Nevins, Otter Creek, Pierson, Prairie Creek, Prairieton, Riley, and Sugar Creek townships. If your Terre Haute property falls in any of these townships, the County Assessor's office is your direct point of contact.

The image below is from the Vigo County government page, which is the starting point for finding Terre Haute property tax records and parcel data.

This page provides links to department contacts, GIS property search tools, and information on how Terre Haute property tax records are managed countywide.

How to Search Terre Haute Property Tax Records

Vigo County provides several online tools for searching Terre Haute property tax records. The county's GIS and property search resources are listed at vigocounty.in.gov/category/?categoryid=16. From there you can access parcel search tools, GIS maps, and links to the county's property record data. You can search by owner name, address, or parcel number to find assessed values, ownership history, and taxing district information for any Terre Haute parcel.

The Indiana Gateway at gateway.ifionline.org is another useful resource for Terre Haute property owners. The Gateway shows tax levy data, delinquency status, and county financial information at the parcel level. It is especially helpful when you want to verify whether a property is current on taxes before purchasing. Vigo County also participates in statewide data systems that feed into the Gateway, so Terre Haute records are included.

When you search a Terre Haute property tax record, you will see the assessed value as of January 1, applied deductions, the net taxable amount, the applicable tax rate, and the amounts billed for each installment. Rates vary by taxing district within Terre Haute, so the exact rate depends on your specific address and which overlapping service districts apply to your parcel.

Paying Terre Haute Property Taxes

All Terre Haute property tax payments go to the Vigo County Treasurer at 33 South 3rd Street, 1st Floor, Terre Haute, IN 47807. Phone: (812) 462-3361. Property taxes are due in two installments each year. Spring payments are due May 10 and fall payments are due November 10, as set by IC 6-1.1-22.

You can pay Terre Haute property taxes in person at the Treasurer's office, by mail, or online through the county's payment portal. Mail payments should be sent to the Vigo County Treasurer at 33 South 3rd Street and should include your parcel number on the check. Online payments are available through the county's website and accept eCheck and credit card. If May 10 or November 10 falls on a weekend or holiday, the due date moves to the next business day.

Late payments carry a 5% penalty within the first 30 days. After 30 days, the penalty rises to 10%. Accounts that remain delinquent are certified to the Auditor for tax sale. Paying on time keeps your Terre Haute property tax account clear and avoids the penalties and potential sale process that follow late payment.

Deductions for Terre Haute Property Owners

Vigo County property owners in Terre Haute can reduce their property tax bills through Indiana's deduction system under IC 6-1.1-12. The homestead deduction is the most widely used. It applies to your primary residence and reduces the assessed value used to calculate your tax bill. A supplemental homestead deduction adds a second tier of savings. Both must be filed with the Vigo County Auditor. You cannot claim a homestead deduction on a rental property or a second home.

Seniors age 65 or older who meet income and property value limits can apply for the Over 65 deduction. A circuit breaker credit also limits property tax as a percentage of income for qualifying seniors in Terre Haute. Veterans with service-connected disabilities, blind homeowners, and totally disabled residents each have their own deduction options. Homeowners who have installed solar panels or geothermal heating systems may qualify for an energy system deduction as well.

All deduction applications must be filed by January 5 to take effect for the following tax year. If you move into a new Terre Haute home, file your homestead deduction right away. The Auditor's office can confirm which deductions are on file for any parcel if you are unsure whether yours were applied. Contact information for the Vigo County Auditor is available at vigocounty.in.gov.

Assessment Appeals in Terre Haute

If the assessed value on your Terre Haute property is too high, you can appeal under IC 6-1.1-35. Start by reviewing your property record card for data errors. Incorrect square footage, wrong construction type, or features listed that are not on your property are common grounds for a correction. Raise these issues informally with Assessor Kevin Gardner's office at (812) 462-3310 before filing a formal appeal. Many errors get resolved quickly at this stage without needing a formal hearing.

For a formal appeal, file Form 130 with the Vigo County Property Tax Assessment Board of Appeals (PTABOA). The deadline is June 15, which is 45 days after Form 11 assessment notices are sent. If the PTABOA decision does not satisfy you, you can appeal to the Indiana Board of Tax Review and then the Indiana Tax Court. Sales data from comparable Terre Haute properties can be strong evidence at a PTABOA hearing. Most Terre Haute appeals are resolved at the county level.

Nearby Cities

Terre Haute is the county seat of Vigo County. For the complete county-level property tax system that covers Terre Haute and surrounding townships, see the Vigo County records page.