This page helps with Property Tax tasks in Guilford County, North Carolina, including looking up tax bills, checking property records, making payments, and finding the right county contact.

Most users will work through the Guilford County Tax Department, the Guilford County Bill Search, the Real Property Search, or the myGuilfordCounty property tax payment service.

Use the Guilford County Bill Search to look up tax bill details. The tool supports searches for real property and other bill types, including business personal property, individual, public utility, and beverage license bills.

Have one or more of these details ready before searching:

  • Owner or business name
  • Bill number
  • Parcel ID
  • Property address

After entering search criteria, review the bill year, bill type, and bill status filters to narrow results.

  • Enter the owner name, bill number, parcel ID, or property address.
  • Select any useful filters, such as tax year, bill type, or bill status.
  • Review the matching bill results and open the bill that matches the property or taxpayer.

Tax bill data can change daily, so recheck the bill search before making time-sensitive payment decisions.

Pay Guilford County property tax online

The myGuilfordCounty property tax service lets users find and pay a property tax bill, link a property account, review available bills, and view past payments when an account is connected.

Online, mobile, phone, and in-person card payments use PayIt. Processing and transaction fees are collected by PayIt, not by the Guilford County Tax Department.

Payment fees listed by the county include:

Payment type Fee
Web, mobile, and phone credit or debit card payments 1.85% of the transaction amount plus a $2 transaction fee
ACH or e-Check payments $1.25 processing fee plus a $2 transaction fee
Point of sale in-person card payments 2.35% of the transaction amount

Phone payments are available at (336) 203-7795 for credit and debit cards only.

Mail, drop box, and in-person payments

Guilford County also accepts property tax payments by mail, drop box, and in person. Do not mail cash.

Payment option Where to use it Notes
Mail Guilford County Tax Department, PO Box 70939, Charlotte, NC 28272-0939 Send a check or money order.
Drop box 400 W. Market St., Greensboro, NC 27401 Drop boxes are available 24/7.
Drop box 325 E. Russell Ave., High Point, NC 27260 Drop boxes are available 24/7.
In person Greensboro office or High Point office Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Real property search and assessment records

Use the Guilford County Real Property Search to find parcel and assessment information. The search supports owner or business name, location address, REID, and PIN.

The property records reflect information in the Guilford County property tax system and may change daily. Real property assessments are based on market values as of the countywide reappraisal date in 2026.

For mapping context, Guilford County also provides a GIS Data Viewer, but the county states that GIS maps and datasets are not survey-grade or legal documents.

2026 reappraisal and appeals

Guilford County’s 2026 reappraisal assigns updated values to real property based on current market value. New values became effective January 1, 2026, and are reflected on tax bills issued in July 2026.

The reappraisal process uses property data, sales analysis, maps, aerial photography, street-level images, field visits, and other tools. County staff appraisers certified by the NC Department of Revenue and/or licensed by the NC Appraisal Board handle the work.

The 2026 reappraisal appeal deadline was May 15, 2026 at 5 p.m. EST. Property owners with questions about assessment information should contact Real Estate Appraisals.

Property tax relief programs

Guilford County lists property tax relief options for qualifying homeowners, including low-income seniors, people with disabilities, disabled veterans, and qualifying unmarried surviving spouses. Applications are handled through the Tax Department.

Program Who it helps Main benefit
Senior and Disabled Program Homeowners age 65 or older, or 100% totally and permanently disabled, who meet income and ownership rules Excludes the first $25,000 or up to 50% of the primary residence value, whichever is greater
Circuit Breaker Program Qualifying seniors or disabled owners who have owned and occupied the residence for more than five years Limits taxes to 4% or 5% of income, with deferred taxes remaining a lien
Disabled Veteran Program Veterans with a 100% total and permanent service-connected disability, or an eligible unmarried surviving spouse Excludes up to the first $45,000 of the appraised value of the permanent residence

The annual application deadline is June 1. Late applications may be reviewed up to one week before the last Board of Equalization meeting in December.

Vehicle property tax in North Carolina

Vehicle property taxes are handled differently from home property taxes. Under North Carolina’s Tag & Tax Together program, annual vehicle registration fees and vehicle property taxes are paid together through NCDMV.

County tax assessors answer questions about vehicle values, appeals, and exemptions, but vehicle property taxes are paid to NCDMV. New vehicle owners and new North Carolina residents may choose a limited registration plate and defer vehicle property tax payment for 60 days.

Foreclosures and tax liens

Guilford County states that North Carolina law prohibits the sale of property tax liens. Tax foreclosure research is handled through the county’s foreclosure resources, and foreclosure process questions go through the Tax Department or the outside foreclosure attorney process.

Foreclosure sales are held at the Guilford County Courthouse, 201 S. Eugene St., Greensboro, NC 27401. A 20% deposit is required in cash or certified funds made payable to Zacchaeus Legal Services.

To stop a foreclosure process, all taxes, accrued interest, and fees must be paid in full with certified funds. Contact the Tax Collector’s office and choose option 1 to ask for a revenue collection agent.

Guilford County Tax Department contacts

Use these contacts for property tax bills, payments, appraisals, records, and related tax questions.

Common questions

Where can I look up a Guilford County property tax bill?

Use the Guilford County Bill Search. You can search by owner or business name, bill number, parcel ID, or property address.

Where can I pay a Guilford County property tax bill online?

Use the myGuilfordCounty property tax payment service to find and pay a bill, connect a property account, and review available bills.

Where can I search for parcel or assessment information?

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

When are Guilford County house taxes billed and due?

Tax bills are usually received within the first two weeks of July. Taxes are due on or before August 31 for a 0.5% early payment discount, and they are due at par on or before January 5 before interest and enforced collections begin.

Who handles questions about property assessments?

Real Estate Appraisals handles assessment questions. Call (336) 641-4814 or email [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]).

How do I change the mailing address for a real estate tax bill?

Contact the Land Records office at (336) 641-4879 or use the county’s Real Estate Mailing Address Change Form.

Does Guilford County sell tax lien certificates?

No. Guilford County states that North Carolina law prohibits the sale of property tax liens.

What should I do if my mortgage company escrows my property tax payment?

Your mortgage lender should request the amount due from the Tax Department. You are still responsible for making sure the tax is paid on time and that the escrow notice information is correct.