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Stan Kregel, SAMA |
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City Assessor |
The function of the City Assessor is to
accurately and equitably value and classify all real estate in the City.
Contrary to common belief, the City
Assessor does not determine the amount of taxes each property owner pays. The Assessor is
statutorily in charge of placing a value on each property. Each taxing district (City,
County, etc.) then uses these values as a base to set their taxing rate. These taxing
rates provide for the total taxes that are needed by each district. A property
owner’s tax will go up or down depending on these rates.
Placing a market value on a property
requires a thorough knowledge of the marketplace. Real estate values can fluctuate due to
many factors. It is important to remember that the Assessor does not create the sales
market, but places a value on property in response to the market.
The City of Robbinsdale has been
experiencing substantial market value growth over the past 5 years. The following
table shows the sales growth for the average 800 square foot home in the city.
| Sales Year |
Average Sale Price |
| 2006 |
$204,900 |
| 2005 |
$194,600 |
| 2004 |
$190,800 |
| 2003 |
$178,800 |
| 2002 |
$164,500 |
The City Assessor is also responsible for
administering exemptions/credits. The most widely used credit is the Homestead
Classification. If the owner or a qualifying relative of the owner occupy their property
as the principle place of residence the market value of the property will receive a
reduced tax rate. Once the Homestead is established, the classification is automatically
renewed each year. The property owner is required to inform the Assessor of any changes in
residency, martial status or change in ownership so that the exemption/credit can be
reviewed.
Other exemptions/credits may include
persons who are disabled, blind or paraplegic. Some non-profit organizations may also
qualify for a tax exemption/credits.
All persons or organizations seeking
exemptions/credits must file with the City Assessor as soon as possible. There are time
limits for each type of exemption/credit.
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The
values are placed at 100% of the market value as determined by annual State Department of
Revenue sale surveys. |
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Each
property in the City must be reviewed and reappraised at least every four years. |
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The
property must be properly classified: homestead, non-homestead, taxable, exempt,
apartment, industrial, etc. |
-Filing For Homestead
-Market
Value and Property Tax
-Frequently
Asked Questions
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