2015 property values mailed to Area 2 Central Shoreline residents

Assessors’ Office launches interactive LocalScape app which showcases property values and community trends

 On July 30, 2015, the office of Assessor Lloyd Hara mailed the 2015 property valuation notices for Area 2 – Central Shoreline. Residential properties increased 9.8% on average; however, your individual property value may vary.

The office also launched LocalScape, a new interactive online app, to track area and individual property value changes online, along with a rich landscape of neighborhood data including census, education, permits, and sales. Residents may track property value changes specifically for Area 2 – Central Shoreline residents here. Individual property value history is available by selecting the “My Property” tab.

LocalScape recently earned a 2015 Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties (NACo) in the category of Civic Education and Public Information.

The King County Assessor’s Office annually revalues all properties and conducts a physical inspection on each property once every six years. 

The 2015 property values are set as of January 1, 2015 and assessed at the full market value based on sales of comparable properties in the same area. For more information about property values, please contact the Assessor’s Office at 206-296-7300 or email us at assessor.info@kingcounty.gov.

Property owners have 60 days after the mailing date listed on the property valuation notice to file an appeal of their assessed value with the Board of Appeals/Equalization. The Board is an independent body, separate from the Assessor’s Office, and is comprised of King County residents like yourself.

Exemptions for qualified property owners

Some low-income seniors, disabled veterans, and disabled persons retired because of a disability may be eligible for a property tax deferral or exemption. The King County Assessor’s Office encourages you or those you know to contact our office to determine eligibility.

For King County taxpayers who need advice and assistance on property tax related matters, including appeals, contact the King County Tax Advisor at 206-477-1060 or by email.

Go Paperless!  Sign up for email property valuation notices

Property owners will be able to pre-register to receive future valuation notices electronically via email using the six-digit EVN code printed on the front of the postcard.  They will also be able to scan a QR code from the card with a mobile device to pull up their property information on eReal property.

Stay informed about Assessor Office updates and the 2015 revaluation cycle. Visit our website or follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/KCASSESSOR and on Facebook.