Skagit County Property Tax Records Lookup

Skagit County property tax records are managed by the Assessor's Office in Mount Vernon and can be searched online through the county's Property One Stop portal, which gives access to assessor data, tax history, land improvements, permits, and aerial map views. The Treasurer's Office handles payments, and the Auditor maintains recorded land documents, all accessible from the county website or in person at 700 South 2nd Street.

Skagit County Assessor's Office

The Skagit County Assessor's Office sets values on property, establishes levies, and approves tax exemptions for the county. Danny Hagen serves as Assessor and can be reached at (360) 416-1792 or dhagen@co.skagit.wa.us. The office maintains comprehensive property tax assessment records including parcel maps, property characteristics, ownership information, assessed values, and sales history. For general valuation questions, call (360) 416-1780 or email assessor@co.skagit.wa.us.

The office provides assistance to title companies, real estate professionals, researchers, and property owners. All property records are public under Washington State law. Specialized contacts within the Assessor's Office include Julie Priest for residential valuation (360) 416-1786, Brian Herring for residential appeals (360) 416-1788, Kim Smith and Andrew Corcoran for commercial valuation and appeals, and Lisa Cure for mobile homes and senior exemptions at (360) 416-1783. The Department of Revenue county contacts page lists the full team with direct numbers and emails.

Property One Stop: Online Parcel Search

Skagit County's Property One Stop is the primary online search tool for property tax records in the county. Search options include address, parcel number, owner name (last name first), road, and cross-reference ID. Address searches use auto-complete; results appear after you type just two characters. Once you select a property, results are organized into tabs: Summary, Improvements, Land, Transfers, History, Taxes, Permits, Map View, and Sales Comps.

The Map View tab lets you see aerial imagery directly within the search results without having to open a separate mapping application. Sales comparable data is also built into the property record, which is useful for anyone comparing assessed values to recent market activity in a neighborhood. The online tool covers all properties across Mount Vernon, Burlington, Anacortes, Sedro-Woolley, and rural Skagit County parcels.

Note: All property records in Skagit County are public under Washington State law, so anyone can access these records without a login or account.

Skagit County Treasurer and Tax Payments

The Skagit County Treasurer's Office serves about 80 local government districts and manages all property tax collections and fund distribution. Jackie Brunson serves as Treasurer and can be reached at (360) 416-1753 or jbrunson@co.skagit.wa.us. The office is located at 700 S. 2nd Street, Room 205, Mount Vernon, WA 98273. Mailing address is PO Box 518, Mount Vernon, WA 98273. Office hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Main line: (360) 416-1750; email: treasurer@co.skagit.wa.us.

Property taxes are due April 30 for the first half and October 31 for the second half. If your total property tax is less than $50.00, the full year must be paid by April 30 under RCW 84.56.020. Late payments accrue interest on the full year tax amount beginning May 1. For real estate and mobile home ownership transfers, call (360) 416-1769.

Payments can be made online with a check or credit card. Check payments carry a $1.00 fee; credit card payments carry a 2.35% fee. Phone payments are available at 1-866-791-3392 with a $3.95 convenience fee plus 2.35% for debit and credit cards, or $1.00 for checks. An auto-pay program is available at no cost and automatically withdraws on the due date. Two secure drop boxes are available for in-person drop-off: one at the base of the stairs in the parking lot and one on the wall outside the office doors, both checked daily. E-statements are also available; sign up using the information included on your property tax statement.

Skagit County GIS and iMap

The Skagit County Geographic Information Services division provides mapping support through the iMap interactive web mapping application. iMap gives public access to parcel data including boundaries and property information maintained by the Assessor. The county's 100-year floodplain layer has also been added to iMap for public viewing, which is relevant to property owners near waterways or wetland areas.

The GIS division also maintains the county's address system and 911 database. For mapping questions, call (360) 416-1168. For addressing questions, call (360) 416-1141 Tuesday through Friday or (360) 416-1168 on Mondays. GIS Coordinator Rachel Vaughan can be reached at rvaughan@co.skagit.wa.us. The mailing address for GIS is 1800 Continental Place, Mount Vernon, WA 98273. GIS/Parcel Mapping contact Geoffrey Almvig can be reached at (360) 416-1131 or geoffa@co.skagit.wa.us. Parcel boundaries maintained by the Assessor are provided to city partners across the county for reference.

Recorded Documents via the Auditor's Office

The Skagit County Auditor's Recording Division handles deeds, liens, mortgages, plats, and other land instruments. The preferred submission methods are electronically through e-recording providers or by mail. Mail documents with payment to: Auditor/Recording, PO Box 1306, 700 S. Second St., Room 201, Mount Vernon, WA 98273. In-person recording is available when e-recording or mail is not feasible. Electronic Document Recording is available through selected e-recording providers.

A Recorded Document Search is available online for public access, and historic recorded documents are also searchable. Certified copies of recorded documents cost $5.00 for the first page and $1.00 for each additional page. Documents can be requested in person, by mail, or online with payment by credit card. Notary Public services are available for individuals who are recording a document and have a Washington State ID. The county Auditor is Sandra Perkins, reachable at (360) 416-1706 or sandyp@co.skagit.wa.us.

Assessment, Exemptions, and Appeals

Skagit County property tax assessments follow RCW 84.40, which requires all taxable property to be valued at 100% of market value. The Assessor sets levies and approves exemptions across the county. Senior citizens and disabled persons may apply for property tax exemptions through the Assessor's Office. Call Lisa Cure at (360) 416-1783 for exemption questions specific to mobile homes and senior programs. For general exemption information and statewide income thresholds, visit the Department of Revenue exemptions page.

If you want to appeal your assessed value, gather comparable sales data or an independent appraisal before your hearing. The Board of Equalization reviews appeals for all properties in the county. For escalated disputes, the Washington State Board of Tax Appeals is the next level. State-level guidance on property taxes across the county can also be found at the Department of Revenue property tax page. Under RCW 84.64, properties with unpaid taxes are subject to distraint and sale after the statutory delinquency period.

Cities in Skagit County

Property tax records for all Skagit County cities and communities are handled through the Assessor's Office in Mount Vernon.

Other communities in Skagit County include Burlington, Anacortes, Sedro-Woolley, and numerous rural areas. All property records run through the county Assessor-Treasurer system.

Nearby Counties

Skagit County borders Whatcom to the north, Snohomish to the south, and San Juan County to the west across the water. Island County also neighbors the area.