Tax Assessor
The Tax Assessor’s Office is responsible for the establishment and maintenance of real property values within the city. All values are determined by inspection of the site in question and established per rules set forth by the State of New Jersey. The Tax Assessor’s office works directly with the Atlantic County Board of Taxation.
The office staff is composed of the Tax Assessor and an Administrative Assistant. The Assessor must be certified by the State of New Jersey. The certification indicates that certain educational standards have been met and approved by the state.
| DO YOUR HOMEWORK BEFORE BUYING A NEW PROPERTY! |
| Before purchasing a property, it’s good to do your homework! Instead of being surprised when you receive an Added Assessment bill for work performed by the prior owner, with or without the proper construction permits, have your Real Estate Agent, Title Company, your Attorney or even yourself request a “Municipal Tax Search” from the Absecon Tax Collector. The cost is $10.00 and it will be provided within a timely manner. This search will provide an official listing of any unpaid taxes, unpaid sewer, open building permits, and any potential Added or Omitted Assessments for this property. This will make you aware of any pending assessed value increases due to an improvement performed by the prior owner. |
- Claim for Real Property Tax Deduction on Dwelling House of Qualified NJ Resident Senior Citizen, Disabled Person, or Surviving Spouse
- Local Property Tax Forms
- New Jersey Division of Taxation
- Property Tax Deduction Claim by Veteran or Surviving Spouse or Service Person
Important State Phone Numbers
| Tax Hotline | (609) 588-2200 |
| Automated Tax Info | (800 ) 323-4400 (609 ) 588-2525 |
| Speaker Programs | (609) 984-4101 |
| NJ Tax Fax | (609) 588-4500 |
| Local Property Tax | (609) 292-5033 |
| Public Utility Tax | (609) 633-2576 |