Property Tax Basics

Two offices handle your property taxes in Rockwall County

Rockwall County splits property tax duties between two separate offices, and knowing which does what saves you a wasted trip.

Rockwall County Money & Taxes

The Rockwall Central Appraisal District values your property. It is located at 841 Justin Rd. in Rockwall. If you want to dispute your appraised value or apply for an exemption, this is the office to call.

The Rockwall County Tax Assessor-Collector's office is at 101 E. Rusk St. in Rockwall. But here is the catch: the Comptroller's directory notes that this tax office does not collect property taxes. Contact the appraisal district first to find out which entity actually collects for your parcel. Different taxing units — city, county, school, and special districts — may collect separately.

Source to confirm: Texas Comptroller — Rockwall County (199) Tax Directory

More Rockwall County notes

Homestead Exemption

Homestead exemption cuts your school tax bill in Rockwall County

Texas law requires every school district to give homeowners a $140,000 exemption on their home's appraised value, which directly lowers your tax bill.

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Senior & Disability Exemption

Extra homestead exemption for seniors and disabled homeowners in Rockwall

Homeowners aged 65 or older, or those with a qualifying disability, get an extra $60,000 off their home's school district appraised value.

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Ag Valuation

Agricultural valuation can lower taxes on rural land in Rockwall County

Land used for farming, ranching, or wildlife management may qualify to be taxed on its farm productivity value instead of its market value, which is often much lower.

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Special Districts

MUD and PID districts add extra charges to your property tax bill

New subdivisions in Rockwall County often sit inside Municipal Utility Districts or Public Improvement Districts that add separate charges on top of your regular property taxes.

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