DeKalb County property tax bills are in the mail, property owners can sign up for e-alerts online

DECATUR, GA– The DeKalb County Tax Commissioner’s Office recently mailed nearly 260,000 property tax bills on Aug. 14 to property owners for the 2026 tax year. Owners who signed up for e-alerts may also check their email for billing notifications.

Property owners are receiving newly redesigned tax bills with easy-to-understand details, and clear payment information and deadlines. Additionally, the office launched its new property tax payment website, which now provides taxpayers with convenient e-payment solutions, including improved property search and payment options.

“DeKalb County taxpayers now have the option for a modern and intuitive payment process, both online and in the office,” said Tax Commissioner Nicole M. Golden. “The new, user-friendly payment website features an improved property search function and convenient e-payment options such as Google Pay, Apple Pay, Venmo, PayPal, along with credit/debit cards and real-time validated e-checks.”

Taxpayers may pay their bills in two installments by the Sept. 30 and Nov. 16 due dates. If paying the total annual tax in one payment, the deadline is Sept. 30 to avoid a late fee. Bills for City of Atlanta properties in DeKalb will be mailed at later date.

Payment methods for current and prior year taxes: 

• ONLINE: Visit DeKalbTaxGA.gov and select the “Make a Payment” button. There is no service fee for paying by e-check. Credit/debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal and Venmo payments are accepted; processing fees apply.
• 24/7 PAY-BY-PHONE: Call 678-501-7995. There is no service fee for paying by e-check. Credit and debit card payments are accepted; processing fees apply.
• DROP BOX: Secure drop box is available at all three office locations. Payment must be enclosed in an envelope and placed in the box by the due date. Checks only; cash is not accepted.
• IN PERSON: Central office at 4380 Memorial Dr., Decatur, GA 30032; North office at 3653 Clairmont Rd., Chamblee, GA 30341; South DeKalb Mall at 2801 Candler Rd., Suite 66, Decatur, GA 30034.
• MAIL: Must be postmarked by the USPS by the due date to avoid late fees; metered or kiosk postage dates are not accepted as proof of timely payment. Please consider alternative payment methods due to ongoing mail delivery issues.

If payment has not been posted online, contact the property tax department before placing a stop payment on a check. Cancelling a payment may result in a late fee and NSF fee.

Tax bills are not mailed to mortgage companies by the tax commissioner’s office. Property owners should contact their closing attorney, mortgage company, escrow agent or review their closing statement to determine who is responsible for paying the taxes.

Owners who have not received a bill may contact the tax office. Non-receipt of a bill does not relieve the owner of the responsibility to meet payment due dates.

For questions regarding tax payments and homestead exemptions, contact the Tax Commissioner’s Office at 404-298-4000, proptax@dekalbcountyga.gov, or visit DeKalbTaxGA.gov.

For questions regarding property values, contact the Property Appraisal Department at 404-371-0841. The deadline to appeal real property was July 13; personal property Aug. 3.