Search Jackson County Property Records
Jackson County property records are managed by the Assessment Office in Murphysboro, which serves as the county seat. The office maintains assessed values, ownership data, and tax details for all parcels across Jackson County. You can search these records online through the county's DevNet portal or visit the assessment office on Walnut Street. Township assessors handle the hands-on work of setting values in each area, and the assessment office reviews those figures to keep them fair. Whether you want to check a home value, review your tax bill, or find out who owns a parcel, this page explains how to access property records in Jackson County.
Jackson County Property Records Quick Facts
Jackson County Assessment Office
The Jackson County Assessment Office is the central hub for property records in the county. Tammy Ehlers serves as the assessment officer. Staff in this office provide technical guidance to township assessors, process exemption applications, and keep ownership data current for every parcel in Jackson County. The office is on Walnut Street in Murphysboro, right in the courthouse area.
Township assessors across Jackson County set values for parcels in their areas. Carbondale Township, Murphysboro Township, and the surrounding rural townships each have their own assessor who visits properties and reviews building permits. The assessment office then checks those values for fairness across the county. Under 35 ILCS 200/, all real property in Illinois must be assessed at 33 1/3 percent of fair market value. That standard covers every parcel in Jackson County, from homes in Carbondale to farmland south of Murphysboro. Farmland values use a soil productivity method instead of market sales, which is relevant for the rural parts of Jackson County where agriculture plays a role.
The Jackson County Assessment Office website provides details on services, exemptions, and how to contact staff about your property records.
From this page you can find contact information, learn about assessment dates, and access exemption forms for Jackson County property records.
| Office |
Jackson County Assessment Office 900 Walnut Street Murphysboro, IL 62966 |
|---|---|
| Officer | Tammy Ehlers |
| Phone | (618) 687-7220 |
| Fax | (618) 227-9455 |
| tammy.ehlers@jacksoncounty-il.gov | |
| Website | jacksoncounty-il.gov |
Search Jackson County Property Records Online
The quickest way to look up property records in Jackson County is through the Jackson County property search portal. This site lets you search by address, owner name, or Property Index Number. Results show the assessed value, tax data, and ownership details for each parcel. No account is needed. Basic lookups are free, and the system covers all parcels across Jackson County.
The Jackson County property search portal at DevNet is the main online tool for pulling up parcel data in the county.
Enter an address, name, or PIN on this page to find property records in Jackson County.
If you do not know the PIN for a parcel, the address search is a good starting point. Type in the street number and name, and the tool pulls up matching records. The PIN is a number that stays with the land no matter who buys or sells it. Every tax bill and assessment notice in Jackson County lists this number. Keeping your PIN handy speeds up any search you do. You can find it on your most recent tax bill or by calling the assessment office at (618) 687-7220.
The statewide Illinois Property Tax Portal is another path to Jackson County property records. Pick Jackson from the county list and it takes you right to the local search tool. This is a good starting point if you are not sure which county website to use.
Jackson County Property Tax Exemptions
Jackson County residents can apply for exemptions that lower the tax owed on their home. The assessment office in Murphysboro handles all exemption applications. Each one has its own rules and deadlines, and missing the deadline means you wait until the next year.
The General Homestead Exemption cuts $6,000 from your assessed value if you own and live in your home. No age limit applies. This is the most common exemption in Jackson County property records. The Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption takes off an extra $5,000 for homeowners age 65 and up. The Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze locks your assessed value so it does not rise each year, though you must meet income limits to qualify. Under 35 ILCS 200/, the Disabled Persons Homestead Exemption gives a $2,000 reduction. The Disabled Veterans Homestead Exemption varies based on the disability rating. A Returning Veterans Homestead Exemption provides a one-time $5,000 cut for those back from active duty. Southern Illinois University in Carbondale brings a large student population to Jackson County, but only homeowners who live in their property can claim these exemptions.
- General Homestead Exemption: $6,000 reduction
- Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption: $5,000 reduction
- Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze: locks assessed value
- Disabled Persons Homestead Exemption: $2,000 reduction
- Home Improvement Exemption: defers increases up to 4 years
Property Tax in Jackson County
Property taxes in Jackson County are paid in arrears. The bill you get this year covers the prior year's assessed value. Bills go out once a year and are usually due in two installments. You can pay by mail, in person at the county treasurer's office in Murphysboro, or through any online payment options the county offers.
The lien date for all property in Illinois is January 1. That is the date the county uses to set ownership and value. Jackson County follows the quadrennial assessment cycle, meaning a full reassessment happens every four years with yearly adjustments in between. If you think your value is too high, you have about 30 days from the assessment notice to file an appeal with the Jackson County Board of Review. Appeals are free to file. You do not need a lawyer. The board looks at your case and makes a ruling that goes into your Jackson County property record. It is a straightforward process, and many homeowners in the county use it when they think their assessment does not match the market.
Note: Tax sale dates and payment deadlines for Jackson County can shift from year to year, so check with the treasurer's office for the current schedule.
State Resources for Jackson County Records
The Illinois Department of Revenue offers guidance on how assessments work and what exemptions are available across the state. The department does not manage property tax itself. As they state, property tax is "managed by the local governments including cities, counties, and taxing districts." But their Local Government division can point you in the right direction if you need help beyond what the Jackson County office provides. Call 217-785-6518 or email REV.LOCALTAX@ILLINOIS.GOV for state-level assistance with property records.
For questions about your Property Index Number, the County PIN Information page at the Department of Revenue lists resources for each county, including Jackson. The Illinois Property Tax Code (35 ILCS 200/) is available at the Illinois General Assembly website for anyone who wants to read the full statute that governs property records in Jackson County and across Illinois.
Getting Jackson County Property Records
You can get Jackson County property records in person at the assessment office. Walk in during business hours and staff can look up any parcel, print records, and answer questions about your assessment. Bring the property address or PIN with you. The office is at 900 Walnut Street in Murphysboro.
Phone and email work for simpler requests. Call (618) 687-7220 or send a message to tammy.ehlers@jacksoncounty-il.gov. For detailed tax questions, the Jackson County Treasurer handles bills and payments. The Jackson County Recorder of Deeds is a separate office that tracks deed transfers, mortgages, and liens. If you need to know who transferred a property or what loans are on file, that is the right office to contact. Both sit in the courthouse area in Murphysboro, making it easy to get different types of Jackson County property records in one trip.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Jackson County. If you own property near a county line, check your PIN to make sure you search property records in the right county. Each one has its own assessment office and online search tools.