Edgar County Property Records Lookup
Edgar County property records are kept by the Supervisor of Assessments office in Paris, the county seat. Located along the eastern edge of Illinois near the Indiana border, Edgar County has a mix of agricultural parcels and small town residential areas. You can search Edgar County property records through the county's online portal or visit the assessment office for help. Township assessors set values and the county office reviews those figures. This page covers the main ways to look up ownership data, assessed values, and tax info for parcels in Edgar County.
Edgar County Property Records Quick Facts
Edgar County Assessment Office
Deena Hasler, C.C.A.O., C.I.A.O., runs the Supervisor of Assessments office for Edgar County. Her office is at 111 Sheriff St., Suite A, in Paris. This is where all property records in the county are tracked and reviewed. Staff handle assessed values for every parcel, take exemption applications, and support the township assessors who do the hands-on valuation work. Under 35 ILCS 200/, the office must check that township values across Edgar County are fair and uniform. If one township shows values that seem off compared to the rest, the office can step in and adjust.
Township assessors are the ones out in the field. They visit properties, review building permits, and set the value for each parcel in their township. The assessment date is January 1. All real property in Edgar County gets assessed at 33 1/3 percent of fair market value, which is the standard for most of Illinois outside Cook County. Farm land follows a different formula based on soil productivity. After the township assessors complete their work, Deena Hasler's office reviews the numbers. The Board of Review then handles appeals from owners who think their value is wrong.
The Edgar County Assessor page on the county website lists contact details and information about the assessment process.
This page is the main online resource for anyone who needs to work with the Edgar County assessment office or get help with property records in the county.
| Office | Edgar County Supervisor of Assessments |
|---|---|
| Officer | Deena Hasler, C.C.A.O., C.I.A.O. |
| Address | 111 Sheriff St., Suite A, Paris, IL 61944 |
| Phone | (217) 466-7418 |
| Fax | (217) 466-7495 |
| sa-bm@edgarcounty-il.gov | |
| Website | edgarcountyillinois.com/offices/assessor |
Search Edgar County Property Records Online
Edgar County has an online property search portal at il1349.cichosting.com. This tool lets you look up parcels by address, owner name, or Property Index Number. The PIN is a code tied to each piece of land in the county. It does not change when the property sells. Most people use an address search since that is the easiest starting point. The results show assessed values, property class, lot info, and more for parcels across Edgar County.
The search is free and open to anyone. You do not need to create an account. Under 35 ILCS 200/, all property in Edgar County must be assessed at 33 1/3 percent of fair market value. The online results show that figure along with any exemptions applied to the parcel. You can also see the township where the property sits and its class code. This is the quickest way to check Edgar County property records without driving to Paris. The tool works from any browser at any time of day.
The Edgar County property search portal handles most online lookups for parcels in the county. Access it at il1349.cichosting.com/atasportal.
Use this tool to search by address, name, or PIN and view full parcel details for any property in Edgar County.
The Illinois Property Tax Portal is another starting point. Choose Edgar County from the statewide list and it connects to the local tax inquiry system. Between the county portal and the state tool, most searches for Edgar County property records can be done online.
Edgar County Property Tax Records
Property taxes in Edgar County are paid in arrears. The bill you receive this year covers the prior year's assessment. Under 35 ILCS 200/, the lien date is January 1 each year. That date sets who owns the parcel and what it is worth for tax purposes. Each tax bill breaks down the amount owed to every taxing district that covers the property. Schools, the county, road districts, and local towns within Edgar County all take a portion.
Tax rates vary across Edgar County. A parcel in Paris may carry a different total rate than one in a rural township. The mix of taxing bodies that overlap each area drives that difference. The assessor sets the value. The County Treasurer sends out the bills and collects payment. Those are separate offices but they work hand in hand. If you have questions about the dollar amount on your bill, the Treasurer is the right call. If you want to know why the assessed value changed, talk to the assessment office in Paris.
Edgar County Property Exemptions
Property owners in Edgar County can apply for exemptions that reduce their tax bill. The assessment office at 111 Sheriff St. in Paris handles all applications. The General Homestead Exemption cuts $6,000 from your assessed value if you own and live in your home. No age rule applies. This is the most common exemption in Edgar County property records.
Homeowners 65 and older can get the Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption for an extra $5,000 off. The Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze keeps your assessed value from going up each year, though you must meet income limits. The Disabled Persons Homestead Exemption gives a $2,000 cut. Veterans with a disability rating from the VA may qualify for the Disabled Veterans Homestead Exemption under 35 ILCS 200/, where the amount depends on the rating level. The Home Improvement Exemption defers tax increases from upgrades for up to four years. Once approved, each exemption shows up in your Edgar County property records and stays in place unless your status changes.
- General Homestead Exemption: $6,000 reduction
- Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption: $5,000 (age 65+)
- Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze: locks value in place
- Disabled Persons Homestead Exemption: $2,000 reduction
- Disabled Veterans Homestead Exemption: varies by rating
- Home Improvement Exemption: defers increases up to 4 years
Note: Most exemptions in Edgar County must be filed each year unless the office sends an automatic renewal form.
State Resources for Edgar County
The Illinois Department of Revenue property tax page provides guidance for all counties in the state, including Edgar. The department does not manage property tax directly but sets the rules that local offices follow. You can find info about exemptions, assessment standards, and how to reach your local office on that page. It is a solid backup if the county site does not have what you need for Edgar County property records.
The County PIN Information page helps you find your Property Index Number. Your PIN shows up on tax bills and assessment notices. It is the most reliable way to search Edgar County property records by parcel rather than by name or address. For state-level help, call 1-800-732-8866 or email REV.LOCALTAX@ILLINOIS.GOV.
Get Edgar County Records in Person
Go to the assessment office at 111 Sheriff St., Suite A, in Paris during business hours. Bring the address or PIN of the parcel you need. Staff can look it up, print what you want, and answer questions about your assessment. No appointment is needed. Edgar County property records are public and anyone can request them.
Phone help is available at (217) 466-7418. You can fax a request to (217) 466-7495 or email sa-bm@edgarcounty-il.gov. For quick lookups, the online portal at il1349.cichosting.com is faster than a trip to the courthouse. But for exemption forms, appeal help, or anything that needs a signature, going in person makes the most sense. The Illinois Department of Revenue contact page can also help if you are not sure where to start with Edgar County property records.
Nearby Counties
These counties share a border with Edgar County. Property records belong to the county where the parcel sits, so check the address before searching if you are near a county line.