Graham WA Property Tax Records
Graham is an unincorporated community in Pierce County, and all property tax records for Graham are handled by the Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer. This combined office manages both property assessment and tax collection for roughly 350,000 parcels across the county, including those in Graham. If you need to look up a parcel, check your tax balance, apply for an exemption, or find recorded property documents for a Graham address, the Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer is your starting point.
Graham Overview
Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer for Graham Properties
The Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer manages all property tax functions for Graham. The office maintains records for approximately 350,000 properties and collects roughly $2.1 billion in property taxes each year across more than 75 taxing districts. Because Graham is unincorporated, there is no city-level tax. Property owners pay taxes to the county, state, local school district, fire district, and other applicable special districts.
The office offers a Parcel and Sales Search tool that lets any member of the public look up property values, tax history, and recent sales data. Online tax payment is available directly through the Assessor-Treasurer's website. For general questions, you can reach the office at (253) 798-6111 or visit in person at 2401 South 35th Street, Room 142, Tacoma, WA 98409, Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The main portal is at piercecountywa.gov/91/Assessor-Treasurer.
Graham Property Records Online
The Pierce County ATIP portal (Assessor-Treasurer Information Portal) is the main online search tool for Graham parcels. You search by parcel number to pull up an electronic Property Information Profile. Each profile has tabs for Summary, Taxes and Values, Land, Buildings, Sales, and a Map. The summary includes the taxpayer name, site address, mailing address, and property use code.
The Pierce County ATIP parcel search lets Graham residents look up property tax accounts, values, and ownership information by parcel number.
The tax due section within each profile shows the first-half and second-half amounts, along with any penalties or interest that have accrued. Access the ATIP portal at atip.piercecountywa.gov. The portal requires acknowledgment that data may not be used commercially under RCW 42.17.260(9).
The ATIP property detail view for Graham parcels includes photos, building data, land characteristics, and a link to the parcel map for each address.
Paying Graham Property Taxes
Tax statements for Graham properties are mailed each February. First half is due April 30. Second half is due October 31. If the total tax due is $50 or less, you must pay the full amount by April 30. Online payment is available through the Assessor-Treasurer portal at piercecountywa.gov/748/Tax-Bills-Payments.
Mail payments to Pierce County Finance, P.O. Box 11621, Tacoma, WA 98411-6621. Make checks payable to Pierce County and include your property tax remittance stub. A drop box at 2401 South 35th Street, Room 142, Tacoma, WA 98409 is available outside normal business hours. For foreclosure avoidance payments, mail separately to the same address with "Foreclosure Avoidance" noted.
Late payments on residential properties with one to four units accrue interest at 0.75% per month starting May 1 for 2023 and later tax years. Other property types carry 1% monthly interest from May 1, a 3% penalty on June 1, and an 8% penalty on December 1, for a maximum of 11% total penalty. Your online balance updates automatically to reflect current interest and penalties.
Property Tax Exemptions for Graham Residents
Graham residents can apply for the Pierce County senior and disability property tax exemption program. Under RCW 84.36.381 through 84.36.389, qualifying homeowners can have their assessed value frozen for tax purposes and be exempted from certain levies. This can reduce annual tax bills significantly for those on fixed incomes.
To qualify, you must be 61 or older or disabled by December 31 of the previous year. Household income must not exceed $64,000. You must own the home and use it as your primary residence for at least six months each year. Income level determines the exact exemption amount. Applications are available at piercecountywa.gov/seniors and must be renewed at least every six years.
Pierce County also holds an annual foreclosure auction for properties with unpaid taxes. The 2025 auction is scheduled for November 4, 2025 online through Bid4Assets.com. A preliminary list of parcels is posted mid-to-late summer at piercecountywa.gov/718/Purchasing-Foreclosure-Property. Winning bidders must pay by wire transfer and receive a Treasurer's Deed with no warranty.
Pierce County's tax-title lands list shows properties available due to unpaid taxes in the Graham area and across the county.
Recorded Documents for Graham Properties
The Pierce County Auditor maintains all recorded land records for Graham parcels. Deeds, liens, easements, surveys, and plats are filed here. All images available online are in redacted form. Certified copies can be purchased online by credit card or requested by mail.
Mail requests to: Pierce County Auditor's Office, Attn: Recording Copies, 2401 S. 35th St., Room 200, Tacoma, WA 98409. Certified copy fees are $3 for the first page and $1 for each additional page. Call 253-798-7440 during business hours for questions. Visit piercecountywa.gov/359/Recorded-Documents to start your search. Note that document searches by parcel number may be incomplete. A full search requires using the Auditor's index.
GIS Tools for Graham Parcel Research
Pierce County's PublicGIS 3.0 interactive map covers the Graham area and lets you search by address, intersection, parcel number, or point of interest. The map shows parcel boundaries, ownership, zoning, and transportation data. Zooming in activates 6-inch resolution aerial imagery. You can measure distances using the widget in the lower left toolbar. Access the map at matterhornwab.piercecountywa.gov/publicgis. For GIS support, email PCGISSupport@piercecountywa.gov or call (253) 798-7415.
The Assessor-Treasurer also recommends that property owners call an appraiser before formally filing an appeal. Most valuation disputes are resolved at that stage without going through the Board of Equalization. If the issue isn't resolved, file an appeal form within 60 days of the mailed notice or by July 1, whichever is later, through the Pierce County Board of Equalization.
Pierce County Property Tax Records
Graham is part of Pierce County, and all property tax functions for the community run through Pierce County. For a full overview of county-level resources, exemption programs, payment tools, and recorded documents, visit the Pierce County property tax records page.
Nearby Cities
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