The Property Tax Division is responsible for billing, collecting, and disbursing property taxes. Taxable property includes not only real estate but also personal property; boats, business assets, motor vehicles, and mobile homes.
The City of Austell offers two (2) types of exemptions for its residences. You must apply between January 1 and October 1 to become eligible for that year.
Homestead Exemption
This will exempt you from $2,000 of your total assessment.
Age Exemption
To be eligible, you must meet the following requirements:
(a) sixty-five (65) years of age or older
(b) cannot exceed over $10,000 gross annually. This does not include income received from the Social Security Administration.
Current Property Tax Rates
- Current Millage Rate: 3.250 Mills
- County Tax Assessment: 100%
- City Tax Assessment: 40%
Pay Property Tax Bill Online
Related Links
Cobb County Tax Office
Cobb County Tax Assessor
Georgia Department of Revenue
Forms
Homestead Exemption (Over 65) Application
Homestead Exemption Application
Age Exemption (Over 65) Application
Millage Rate
2024 5 Year Tax Digest - Douglas County
AD 2024 Notice of Property Tax Increase - Douglas County
2024 Press Release Proposed Property Tax Increase - Douglas County