Find Property Tax Records in Frederickson

Frederickson is an unincorporated community in Pierce County, so property tax records for Frederickson are entirely managed by Pierce County. The Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer handles both assessment and collection in a combined office, which makes it simpler to get answers in one place. If you need to look up a parcel, check a tax balance, apply for an exemption, or find recorded documents tied to a Frederickson property, all of that runs through the Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer office in Tacoma.

Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer

The Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer is a combined office that handles both the assessment of property values and the collection of property taxes. The office serves more than 75 taxing districts across Pierce County, maintains records for approximately 350,000 properties, and collects roughly $2.1 billion in property taxes each year. Frederickson properties fall under this office's jurisdiction for all tax purposes.

Because Frederickson is unincorporated, there is no separate city levy. Property owners in Frederickson pay county, state, school district, fire district, and other special district taxes, but no city-level levy. This can make the overall tax rate lower than for incorporated neighbors in some taxing areas. The Assessor-Treasurer can tell you exactly which taxing districts apply to your parcel.

The Pierce County website provides Frederickson residents with access to the Assessor-Treasurer portal, parcel search tools, tax payment options, and exemption applications.

Frederickson Property Tax Records Online

The Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer Information Portal, known as ATIP, is the primary online tool for Frederickson property searches. You search by parcel number to retrieve an electronic Property Information Profile, called an e-PIP. Each profile includes tabs for Summary, Taxes and Values, Land, Buildings, Sales, and a Map. The summary shows the taxpayer name, site address, mailing address, and use code such as single family dwelling.

The ATIP portal is available at atip.piercecountywa.gov. The tax due table within the profile shows first-half and balance amounts with any applicable penalties or interest. Data is provided as public domain but without warranty, so verify critical information independently before relying on it for a purchase or legal decision.

The Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer website also has a Parcel and Sales Search tool that is useful for checking recent sales near a Frederickson property. Sales data helps with market comparisons and can support an appeal if you believe your assessment is too high.

Paying Frederickson Property Taxes

Tax statements go out every February. First half is due April 30. Second half is due October 31. If your total bill is $50 or less, you must pay the full amount by April 30. Online tax payment is available through the Assessor-Treasurer portal directly.

Mail payments with your remittance stub to Pierce County Finance, P.O. Box 11621, Tacoma, WA 98411-6621. Make checks payable to Pierce County. A secure drop box is available at 2401 South 35th Street, Rm 142, Tacoma, WA 98409 outside normal business hours. Foreclosure avoidance payments must be sent separately, addressed to Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer at the same address with "Foreclosure Avoidance" noted.

Late payments incur interest. For residential properties with one to four units, interest accrues at 0.75% per month starting May 1 for tax years from 2023 forward. Other property types carry a 1% monthly interest rate from May 1, a 3% penalty on June 1, and an additional 8% penalty on December 1, for a maximum combined penalty of 11%.

Note: The website automatically updates accounts with accruing interest and penalty charges until your payment posts. Always confirm your balance online before paying to avoid underpaying.

Property Tax Exemptions in Frederickson

Pierce County offers a property tax exemption program for seniors and people with disabilities that applies to Frederickson properties. Under RCW 84.36.381 through 84.36.389, qualifying residents can have their home's assessed value frozen for tax purposes and be exempted from various levies. This program can reduce tax bills significantly for those who qualify.

Eligibility requirements include being 61 or older, or disabled, by December 31 of the prior year. Income must not exceed $64,000 in household income. You must own the home and live in it as your primary residence for at least six months each year. Different income levels correspond to different exemption amounts on the assessed value. Exemptions must be renewed at least once every six years.

To apply, visit piercecountywa.gov/seniors. You will need valid ID and income-related documents. An online application option is available. Applications are handled by the Assessor-Treasurer's office.

Appealing a Pierce County Property Assessment

If you disagree with the assessed value on your Frederickson property, you can appeal to the Pierce County Board of Equalization. You have 60 days from the date the notice was mailed, or until July 1, whichever comes later. You do not need to hire an attorney to appeal, though you must present evidence showing the assessor's value is wrong.

To get an appeal form, contact the Board of Equalization at (253) 798-7415 or visit piercecountywa.gov/679/Appeals. The Assessor-Treasurer recommends calling an appraiser first to discuss your concerns before filing. Many valuation disputes are resolved informally at that stage. If you still disagree after that conversation, then file the formal appeal with the Board.

Under RCW 84.48, the Board of Equalization has authority to adjust individual property values when an appeal demonstrates the assessed value is inaccurate. Comparable recent sales are the most common evidence used in successful appeals.

Recorded Documents for Frederickson Properties

The Pierce County Auditor's Office maintains recorded land records for all parcels in Frederickson. These include deeds, liens, easements, surveys, and other real property documents. All images available online are redacted versions. Certified copies are available for purchase online using a credit card or by mail.

Mail requests to: Pierce County Auditor's Office, Attn: Recording Copies, 2401 S. 35th St., Room 200, Tacoma, WA 98409. Include payment with your request. Questions can be directed to 253-798-7440 during regular business hours. Certified copies cost $3 for the first page and $1 for each additional page. For more information, visit piercecountywa.gov/359/Recorded-Documents.

Note: Document searches by parcel number may return incomplete results. A full search may require using the Auditor's full index.

Pierce County GIS for Frederickson Parcels

Pierce County's PublicGIS 3.0 is an interactive map interface that covers the Frederickson area. You can search by site address, intersection, parcel number, or point of interest. Once you find a parcel, the tool shows boundaries, ownership, and links to the Assessor-Treasurer for value and tax data. The map includes zoning, transportation, and parcel layers, with 6-inch resolution aerial imagery when zoomed in. Access it at matterhornwab.piercecountywa.gov/publicgis.

Pierce County also provides a commercial and industrial site search tool through the Parcel and Property Information page. This is useful for business owners and site selectors looking at Frederickson's commercial areas.

Pierce County Property Tax Records

Frederickson is in Pierce County, and all property tax records for the community run through Pierce County offices. For the full picture of county-level resources, tools, and programs, visit the Pierce County property tax records page.

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