Access Fulton County Property Records

Fulton County property records cover assessed values, ownership details, and tax data for every parcel in the county. The Supervisor of Assessment office in Lewistown keeps these records and makes them available to the public online and in person. You can search Fulton County property records through the county's free DevNet Wedge portal, which lets you pull up parcels by address, owner name, or Property Index Number. Township assessors across the county set values for land and buildings each year, and the Supervisor of Assessment checks those figures to keep assessments uniform. This page covers how to find, search, and use Fulton County property records.

Fulton County Assessment Office

Julie Russell is the Supervisor of Assessment for Fulton County. Her office is the central point for property records in the county. Staff maintain assessed values on every parcel, process exemption forms, and support the township assessors who handle the field work of valuing land and structures. The office is located at 100 N. Main Street in Lewistown, with a mailing address of PO Box 283. You can reach the office by phone at 309-547-3041, extension 601 or 113. Email Julie Russell at jrussell@fultonco.org with general questions about Fulton County property records.

The Fulton County Supervisor of Assessment page has contact details, office information, and links to assessment resources. Under 35 ILCS 200/, the Supervisor of Assessment must review all township values to confirm Fulton County property records are accurate and that assessments stay fair across the county. This office also handles the Board of Review when residents want to challenge their assessed value. If you believe your home or farm is valued too high, Julie Russell's office is the place to begin that process.

The Fulton County Supervisor of Assessment page is available at the county website with office hours and contact information.

Visit this page for direct contact info and forms related to Fulton County property records.

Fulton County Property Records Online

Fulton County has a free property search on the DevNet Wedge platform. You can look up any parcel by address, owner name, or Property Index Number. The PIN is the unique code tied to each parcel in Illinois. It stays with the land through every sale. Most people start by typing in an address since that is the simplest piece of data to have. The tool returns assessed values, lot details, property class, and exemption data for parcels in Fulton County.

The Fulton County property search portal is open to anyone at no cost. No account or login is required. Enter your search terms and the system shows what it has on file. Assessed values display at 33 1/3 percent of fair market value, following the standard set by 35 ILCS 200/ for most Illinois counties. You can see the township, property class code, and any exemptions on the record. This is the best way to check Fulton County property records without making a drive to Lewistown.

Below is the Fulton County property search on the DevNet Wedge portal for looking up parcels across the county.

Search by name, address, or PIN to pull up property data for any parcel in Fulton County.

Note: Fulton County property records online may not reflect brand-new sales or ownership changes for several weeks after closing.

Fulton County Property Tax Records

Property tax bills in Fulton County are figured from the assessed value of the prior year. Illinois works on an arrears system. That means the bill you pay now covers last year's assessment. The lien date is January 1 under 35 ILCS 200/. On that date, the county sets who owns the parcel and what it is worth for tax purposes. Each bill shows a breakdown of charges from every taxing district that covers the parcel, from schools and fire to the county and local towns.

Tax rates in Fulton County depend on where the property sits. A parcel in Lewistown may have a different total rate than one in Canton or out in a rural township. The equalization factor from the Illinois Department of Revenue also affects the final figure. The state property tax page explains how equalization works, and Fulton County follows the same approach. Knowing which taxing districts cover your parcel helps you understand why your bill is what it is, and that information is part of your Fulton County property records.

Most Fulton County residents receive their tax bills in the spring. Payments split into two due dates over the summer. Late payments carry interest charges, so staying on schedule matters.

How Fulton County Assessments Work

Township assessors handle the hands-on part in Fulton County. They check properties, review permits for new builds or changes, and set values based on what the property would sell for on the open market. The assessment date is January 1 every year. All real property in Fulton County gets assessed at 33 1/3 percent of fair market value, which is the standard under 35 ILCS 200/. The county follows a four-year cycle for full reassessments with annual adjustments in between to keep values close to market conditions.

The Supervisor of Assessment reviews the township values after they are set. If one township's figures seem off compared to the rest, the office can apply a local equalization factor. The state puts out its own factor each year too. Fulton County property records show both sets of adjustments once they are locked in. Assessment notices go out in late summer or early fall. You have about 30 days from the date on the notice to file a complaint with the Board of Review if you disagree with the value.

Farmland is a big part of the Fulton County tax base. Farm parcels get valued based on soil productivity under 35 ILCS 200/ instead of market sale prices. This means a productive farm field may have a very different assessed value than a residential lot right next to it. The distinction matters when reading Fulton County property records for agricultural land.

Fulton County Property Exemptions

Fulton County homeowners can apply for several exemptions to bring down their tax bill. All applications go through the Supervisor of Assessment office in Lewistown. The General Homestead Exemption is the most widely used. It takes $6,000 off your assessed value as long as you own and live in the home. There is no age requirement for this one.

Residents who are 65 or older can add the Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption for an extra $5,000 off. The Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze keeps the assessed value from climbing each year, though income limits apply. The Disabled Persons Homestead Exemption gives a $2,000 cut. Veterans with a service-connected disability may qualify for the Disabled Veterans Homestead Exemption, and the amount depends on the rating. State law under 35 ILCS 200/ creates these exemptions, and the county applies them. Once approved, they show up in your Fulton County property records and carry forward unless your eligibility changes.

• General Homestead Exemption: $6,000 reduction
• Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption: $5,000 (age 65+)
• Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze: locks assessed value
• Disabled Persons Homestead Exemption: $2,000 reduction
• Disabled Veterans Homestead Exemption: varies by rating

Note: Most Fulton County exemptions require a yearly filing unless you receive an automatic renewal form from the office.

Get Fulton County Records in Person

You can visit the Supervisor of Assessment at 100 N. Main Street in Lewistown. Bring the address or PIN of the property you want. Staff can search the system, pull the full record, and print copies. This is a good route if you have detailed questions or need to file paperwork that cannot be done online.

Call 309-547-3041 (extension 601 or 113) during business hours for phone help. Staff can check basic data and let you know if a visit is needed. You can also email jrussell@fultonco.org with general questions. For quick lookups, the Fulton County DevNet search is the faster path. But for exemption applications, Board of Review filings, or anything that needs a signature, head to the office in Lewistown. Fulton County property records are public, so anyone can request to see them whether or not they own the parcel.

Nearby Counties

These counties neighbor Fulton County. Property records are held by the county where the parcel is located. If a property sits near the line between Fulton County and another county, verify the address before you start your search to make sure you look in the right place.