Adams County, IowaProperty records & tax offices

Find the right property record

Use the property portal for ownership and assessed value, the collector for a bill or balance, and the map for parcel location. Have the address, owner name, or parcel number ready.

Tax bills & filing dates

These are the dates and qualifications recorded in the directory. Confirm your tax year and current deadline with the official office and your property’s notice.

Tax bill mailing
2026 values are as of January 1, 2026; taxes payable September 2027/March 2028.
Payment deadline
September 2027 and March 2028 installments for the 2026 assessment year.
Assessment appeal
Informal property review deadline April 25, 2027; Board of Review petition deadline April 30, 2027.
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Exemptions & appeals

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Exemption filing

July 1, 2027, for the 2026 assessment values shown by the county portal.

Valuation limits

Iowa uses state rollback and levy rules; the reviewed official county source did not state a separate local annual valuation cap rule.

For a valuation appeal, use the appeal date in the tax and filing section above. Keep your notice, supporting evidence, and proof of submission.

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