Lakewood Property Tax Records and Rates

Lakewood property tax records are managed by the Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer. If you own property in Lakewood and need to search your parcel, check your 2026 tax bill, or find out how the levy is split across districts, this page covers the key tools and contacts. The City of Lakewood receives about 7.2% of the total property tax collected from residents. The rest goes to state, county, school, and special districts. Payments are due April 30 and October 31 each year.

Lakewood Property Tax Rates for 2026

The 2026 total property tax rate in Lakewood averages $9.34 per $1,000 of assessed value. The average residential property tax bill in Lakewood for 2026 is $5,303 when all districts are included. This covers schools, state, fire, library, port, city, EMS, and flood control. The rate varies slightly depending on which specific tax code area your parcel falls into.

Here is how the 2026 levy rates break down per $1,000 of assessed value:

• City of Lakewood: $0.6757
• Emergency Medical Services: $0.4347
• Flood Control: $0.0903
• Pierce County: $0.7306
• Port of Tacoma: $0.1314
• Rural Library: $0.3197
• School District: $3.5216
• Regional Transit Authority: $0.1587
• Washington State: $2.2942
• West Pierce Fire District: $0.9791

The City of Lakewood's share is $0.6757 per $1,000, which represents about 7.2% of the total rate. That portion pays for general operations including police, Public Works, and parks. For more on how these rates are set and collected, visit City of Lakewood Finance Division.

Real Estate Excise Tax (REET) in Lakewood is 1.78% on all property sales. The city receives 0.5% of that amount, and the remaining 1.28% goes to state K-12 and public works funding. The Pierce County Treasurer collects REET and remits 99% to the city monthly. Utility taxes in Lakewood are set at 6% and apply to electric, natural gas, cable, cellular, telephone, and solid waste services.

Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer and Lakewood Parcels

Pierce County combines its Assessor and Treasurer functions into one office. The Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer sets assessed values, calculates taxes, and collects payments. The office's main portal for public parcel research is the Assessor-Treasurer Information Portal (ATIP).

Through ATIP, you can look up property value, taxes owed, and comparable sales for any Lakewood parcel. Search by address or parcel number to pull the full assessment report. The portal shows the current assessed value, recent sales, and how much is owed in taxes for the current year. This is the primary tool for verifying your tax bill before it is due.

The Pierce County Parcel and Property Information page links to the ATIP portal and PublicGIS for Lakewood parcel lookups and tax data.

The Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer Office is at 2401 South 35th St, Tacoma, WA 98409. Contact the office for questions about your assessed value, exemption eligibility, or tax payment status.

Pierce County's tax bills and payments page explains due dates, payment options, and what happens if taxes go delinquent for Lakewood property owners.

GIS Map Tools for Lakewood Property Research

Pierce County offers PublicGIS, an interactive mapping tool for parcel research. You can access it through the Pierce County GIS Map Applications page. PublicGIS covers parcels, zoning, utilities, and environmental data. The Spatial Services team also provides orthophotography, impervious surface data, and LiDAR. GIS data downloads are available through the Pierce County Open Data portal.

For a quick parcel search with links to the Assessor's report, the Parcel and Property Information page is your first stop. From there, you can navigate to PublicGIS or directly to ATIP for full tax records. If you need custom maps or specialized data sets, the county's GIS services page lists regional GIS providers that can assist with more complex requests.

The ATIP portal gives Lakewood property owners direct access to their assessed value, tax amounts, and payment history all in one place.

Recorded Documents for Lakewood Properties

Deeds, mortgages, liens, and other real estate documents for Lakewood properties are recorded with the Pierce County Auditor's Office. The Auditor records real estate transactions and maintains the public document record. You can search for recorded documents using CountyGIS or by visiting the Auditor's office at 2401 South 35th St, Tacoma, WA 98409.

The Auditor also processes Real Estate Excise Tax affidavits as part of the recording process. Before a deed can be recorded, the excise tax affidavit must be filed and any tax due must be paid. Contact the Auditor's office for certified copy requests and current recording fee schedules.

Pierce County's document search system covers deeds, liens, and other recorded instruments for Lakewood properties going back many years.

Exemptions and Utility Tax Relief in Lakewood

Lakewood property owners may qualify for senior or disabled exemption programs administered by Pierce County. These programs can reduce your assessed value and lower your total tax bill. Contact the Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer directly to ask about eligibility and how to apply.

The City of Lakewood also offers a Utility Tax Relief Program for qualifying low-income seniors and disabled persons. The program reimburses up to $30 per year in utility taxes. For information on how to apply, contact the City's Finance Division at (253) 983-7707. The Chief Financial Officer for the city is Tho Kraus, reachable at (253) 983-7706.

If you believe your assessed value is too high, you can file an appeal with the Pierce County Board of Equalization. The appeal deadline is shown on your value notice. You must still pay your taxes on time while the appeal is pending. State-level appeals go to the Washington State Board of Tax Appeals at bta.wa.gov.

Note: Property tax payments not made by the due dates of April 30 and October 31 will accrue interest and penalties under Washington State law.

Pierce County Property Tax Records

Lakewood is in Pierce County. The Pierce County Assessor-Treasurer handles all property tax assessment and collection for Lakewood parcels. For county-wide resources, search tools, and full program details, visit the Pierce County property tax page.

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Nearby Cities

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