This page helps users handle a Property Search in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana by pointing them to the official property search options, tax estimate information, and Assessor contact paths.
The Jefferson Parish Assessor's Office provides the main property search tools for ownership, property address, parcel, subdivision, block, and lot searches.
Jefferson Parish Assessor property search
Use the Jefferson Parish Assessor's Office property search to look up real property records. The search page supports several ways to find a parcel, so start with the most specific detail you have.
- Owner
- Property address
- Parcel number
- Subdivision
- Block
- Lot
The search can help users locate property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, estimated tax amounts, and related Assessor information for Jefferson Parish properties.
- Go to the Jefferson Parish Assessor property search.
- Enter the owner, address, parcel number, subdivision, block, or lot information.
- Review the matching property record details and confirm that the parcel matches the property you need.
Other Assessor search options
The Assessor also provides a general parcel search and a personal property search. The general search uses the same types of fields, including owner, property address, parcel number, subdivision, block, and lot.
For business-related movable property, the personal property search is tied to the Personal Property Department. Personal property can include inventory, furniture, fixtures, machinery, equipment, leasehold improvements, merchandise, and similar business assets.
Tax estimates and millage information
The Assessor's tax estimate information explains how a yearly property tax estimate is calculated. For a residential parcel, the market value is multiplied by 10% to find the assessed value. If a Homestead Exemption applies, $7,500 is subtracted from the assessed value before applying the millage rate.
You can review the tax estimate page for the Assessor's sample calculation.
The Assessor's millage page lists 2025 ward millage information and special fees. It includes parish, city, and total rates for Jefferson Parish wards.
| Ward area | Parish rate | City rate | Total rate | Ward number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gretna | 0.07954 | 0.05645 | 0.13599 | 10 |
| Metairie | 0.12621 | 0.12621 | 82 | |
| Kenner | 0.07809 | 0.02816 | 0.10625 | 92 |
| Harahan | 0.07871 | 0.02193 | 0.10064 | 93 |
Homestead note: the Assessor states that city millages for listed municipalities are calculated without including the Homestead Exemption reduction.
Homestead exemption and assessment details
The Homestead Exemption applies to an owner-occupied home and exempts the first $7,500 of assessed value from property taxation. To file, the property owner must appear in person at either Jefferson Parish Assessor's Office location and bring a copy of the act of sale and photo identification showing the property address.
Louisiana assessment ratios listed by the Assessor are 10% of fair market value for land and residential property, including homes, residential rentals, and apartments. Commercial buildings and business personal property are assessed at 15% of fair market value.
State law requires assessors to reappraise real estate at least once every four years. The Assessor identifies 2024 as the next reappraisal year after 2020.
Property maps and zoning context
The Jefferson Parish Planning & Zoning Map can help users view parcel and area context, but the map states that its data is not a property survey and that users are responsible for verifying important dimensions, features, and data.
Use the Jefferson Parish Planning & Zoning Map for map-based reference, not as a legal survey.
Appeals and property forms
If you need to dispute an assessment, the Assessor's Office handles review during the 15-day books-open period. You must provide documentation supporting the fair market value you believe is correct.
The Assessor provides forms for residential, vacant land, apartments, commercial, business personal property, watercraft, address changes, first responder applications, and volunteer firefighter applications. The Assessor forms page includes printable form links.
Jefferson Parish Assessor contact information
Contact the Jefferson Parish Assessor's Office for help with homestead exemption, millage rates, ownership, property valuation, and business owner information.
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Jefferson Parish Assessor's Office West Bank Office, General Govt. Bldg, 200 Derbigny St., Suite 1100, Gretna, LA 70053
Phone: (504) 362-4100
Fax: (504) 366-4087 -
Jefferson Parish Assessor's Office East Bank Office, Yenni Bldg, 1221 Elmwood Park Blvd., Suite 901, Harahan, LA 70123
Phone: (504) 736-6370
Fax: (504) 736-6378 - Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Personal Property Department
Phone: (504) 362-4100
Email: [email protected]
Common questions
Where do I search Jefferson Parish property records online?
Use the Jefferson Parish Assessor property search to look up records by owner, property address, parcel number, subdivision, block, or lot.
Which office handles Jefferson Parish property values and ownership information?
The Jefferson Parish Assessor's Office handles property ownership, valuation, homestead exemption, millage rate information, and business owner information.
Can I estimate Jefferson Parish property taxes from the Assessor website?
Yes. The Assessor explains that a residential estimate starts with market value multiplied by 10%, then subtracts the $7,500 Homestead Exemption deduction if it applies, and then applies the ward millage rate.
Who collects Jefferson Parish property taxes?
The Jefferson Parish Sheriff is also the Tax Collector. That office mails property tax notices and collects taxes based on assessments and millage rates.
How do I file for Homestead Exemption in Jefferson Parish?
You must appear in person at either Jefferson Parish Assessor's Office location. Bring a copy of the act of sale and photo identification showing the property address.
How do I dispute a Jefferson Parish assessment?
Contact the Assessor's Office during the 15-day books-open period and provide documentation showing the fair market value you believe is correct.