The tax collector is responsible for collection of real estate, personal property, and excise taxes.
Real Estate and Personal Property
The city runs on a July-June fiscal year. Tax bills are mailed once annually in August, and taxes are due in two installments. The first installment is due on September 15 and the second installment is due on March 15.
- September payment covers July 1- December 31
- March payment covers January 1- June 30
The valuation is assessed to the owner of record as of April 1 of each year.
Due Dates for 2024-2025:
- September 16, 2024
- March 17, 2025
Pay Tax Bill Online
Interest is charged starting the day after tax due dates. Real Estate Liens are recorded each June for unpaid taxes.
New Property Owners:
If you bought your property after April, the closing company should have explained that taxes were prorated at the closing. The current tax bill will NOT be in your name because you did not own the property as of April 1. It is a good idea to call or come to city hall and ask for a copy of the current tax bill.
Property Sellers:
If you sold your house, but owned it on April 1, you are still responsible for the commitment of taxes. It is your responsibility to make sure the bill is forwarded to the new owner. If a lien is placed on the home, it will be in the name on the commitment regardless of when the house sold.
2024 Tax Mill Rate: $25.60 per $1000.00 valuation
Interest Rate: 8.50%
Payments on Taxes: All payments are applied to the oldest balance on record
Foreclosure: Proceedings commence 18 Months from lien recording date
Tax Club: Payments are due on the 5th of the month
Access more tax info at the Assessing Department's page
Did you know that once you own the home for twelve consecutive months you are eligible for the Homestead Exemption? Applications are available at City Hall and on our website
The city offers a Tax Club each year. To be eligible, you must be current on your taxes. The tax bill is divided into 9 monthly installments, beginning in September, and ending in May. The benefit to the club is that you do not accrue interest while paying. Payments are due on the 5th of each month.
The City offers a Property Tax Discount Program. It has age and income eligibility requirements. To qualify you must have applied for and received the Maine Property Tax Fairness Credit from Maine Revenue Service.
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