This page helps you handle a property search in Forsyth County, North Carolina by pointing you to official search tools, parcel maps, tax records, and next steps for questions about real estate records.

Forsyth County Tax Administration supports property record access through the Forsyth County Property Search, the Tax Property Portal, and the Tax Parcel Viewer.

For a basic parcel lookup, use the Forsyth County Property Search. The parcel search accepts several common identifiers, so start with the most exact information you have.

  • Owner or business name
  • Location address
  • REID
  • PIN

After you choose a search method, use the search screen to narrow the parcel record.

  • Enter the owner, address, REID, or PIN in the search field.
  • Select “Search” to view matching parcels.
  • Review the results and hover where available to see additional owners.

The Real Property Record Search is the county’s Tax Property Portal for real estate tax records. It includes property search and map access, with filters such as land use, assessed value, sale price, and sale date.

The portal is designed for property tax information. For non-tax records such as deeds, zoning information, and plats, use primary public records sources to verify details.

The Real Property Record Search showed a data last updated date of 06/07/2026.

Tax Parcel Viewer

Use the Tax Parcel Viewer when a map-based search is more useful than a text-only lookup. The viewer supports searches by owner name, Parcel ID or PIN, REID, address, and block or lot.

The Tax Parcel Viewer is maintained for real estate tax information and includes links for the Tax Office, Register of Deeds lookup, detailed property information, historical tax information, help, and historical imagery.

Verify map details before relying on them. GIS data and images are provided without warranty, and users should consult recorded deeds and plats when accuracy matters.

Detailed property information and record cards

The Detailed Property Information page explains that users may search by owner or business name, location address, REID, or PIN. The property record card is available through that property information link.

Forsyth County Tax Assessor's Office has completed the 2025 Reappraisal of Real Estate values, and those values are available through the detailed property information service.

Property values, ownership, and appeals

The Real Estate Appraisal Section provides assessed real property values and descriptions of improvements. When calling or visiting the office, have the PIN, full owner name, and complete street address ready.

January 1 is the date used to determine real property value, ownership, and location for ad valorem tax purposes. Tax bills are prepared in the name of the owner of record as of January 1. A transfer during the year does not relieve the seller of tax liability, although taxes are ordinarily prorated at closing.

If you disagree with an assessed value, you may file an appeal to the Forsyth County Board of Equalization and Review. Appeals must be received or postmarked after January 1 and no later than the last business day in June.

Tax bills and payment records

Property search users often need bill history after locating a parcel. The Tax Bill Online Services page provides online bill payment, tax bill research for paid or unpaid bills, and registered motor vehicle tax links.

Forsyth County accepts several payment methods for tax bills.

Payment method Details
Mail Include a copy of the tax bill or the tax bill account number on the check. Payments are based on the U.S. Postal Service postmark when available.
Phone Pay by checking account or credit card at 1-833-658-9507. A 12-digit tax account number is required.
Online Pay by electronic check or credit card through Tax Bill Online Services. Convenience fees apply.
In person Payments may be made at the Tax Collector's Office from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except holidays.
Drop box A payment drop box is outside the government building facing Chestnut Street near the parking deck entrance.

2025 reappraisal and tax rates

The 2025 reappraisal updated real estate values effective January 1, 2025. North Carolina law requires counties to reappraise real property at least every eight years, and Forsyth County has generally performed reappraisals every four years since 1988.

The county’s reappraisal information explains that assessed value is used with tax rates set by local governing bodies. Forsyth County Tax Assessor/Collector administers property tax for the county, Bethania, Clemmons, Kernersville, Lewisville, Rural Hall, Tobaccoville, Walkertown, Winston-Salem, portions of High Point and King, and all fire protection districts.

To review current rate tables, use the county’s tax rate information. The rate table includes county, municipality, fire district, municipal service district, and additional fee entries where applicable.

Tax maps, block and lot data, and land values

Forsyth County Tax Administration maintains tax jurisdiction mapping, fire district information, and Voluntary Agricultural District map information. Additional tax map information is available through the Tax Parcel Viewer.

  • Use the county map page for tax jurisdictions, fire districts, and Voluntary Agricultural District map links.
  • Use block and lot parcel information when a parcel is identified by block and lot rather than only by PIN or REID.
  • Use land value information for 2025 land values by market area.

The Tax Customer Care Center can help with questions about block and lot information or land value lists.

Forsyth County property search contacts

Use these contacts for property search questions, tax record issues, appraisal questions, and payment help.

Common questions

Where can I search for a Forsyth County property by owner or address?

Use the Forsyth County Property Search to search by owner or business name, location address, REID, or PIN.

Use the Tax Parcel Viewer for map-based searches by owner name, Parcel ID or PIN, REID, address, and block or lot.

Where can I find a property record card?

The property record card is available through the Detailed Property Information page, where searches can be made by owner or business name, location address, REID, or PIN.

Who handles Forsyth County property tax questions?

Forsyth County Tax Administration handles property tax questions. Call (336) 703-2300 for assistance.

What should I have ready before calling about a real estate appraisal record?

Have the PIN, full owner name, and complete street address ready so the Real Estate Appraisal Section can better assist you.

Can online property search results replace deeds, plats, or zoning records?

No. The property tools provide tax and GIS information. For deeds, zoning information, and plats, verify details through the appropriate primary public records source.

When is ownership determined for Forsyth County property tax bills?

Ownership is determined as of January 1 for ad valorem tax purposes, and tax bills are prepared in the name of the owner of record on that date.

How do I appeal a Forsyth County real property value?

You may appeal to the Forsyth County Board of Equalization and Review. Appeals must be received or postmarked after January 1 and no later than the last business day in June.