DeSoto County Property Appraiser

DeSoto County Property Appraiser DeSoto County Property Appraiser's Office located in Arcadia, Florida. More information is available concerning exemptions at other sites within this web site.

The Property Appraiser of DeSoto County, Florida is charged with placing a fair and equitable market value on every parcel of property both real estate and tangible in our county. Many people believe the Property Appraiser determines the amount of taxes a property owner will pay but this is not the case. The job of property appraiser is to value property for tax purposes; the taxing authorities (B

oard of County Commissioners, School Board, City Council, Water Management) set the tax rate for all property and therefore the amount of taxes to be assessed. Other responsibilities of the Property Appraiser include the administration of exemptions (homestead, widows, widowers, blind, disability and total exemptions), maintenance of property ownership records, and maintaining aerial photographs of the county. Our goal is to serve the people of DeSoto County with outstanding customer service. The information contained herein will be regularly maintained for your benefit. Your comments and suggestions are encouraged, as we will continue to enhance the site's features. Please feel free to come by the office if I can ever be of assistance. Sincerely yours,
David A. Williams, CFA

Street Address:
201 East Oak Street, Rm 102
Arcadia, Florida 34266

Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm (Mon-Fri)

Mailing Address:
Post Office Box 311
Arcadia, FL 34265-0311

Phone: 863-993-4866
FAX: 863-993-4869

πŸ“’ATTENTION DESOTO COUNTY HOME OWNERSπŸ“’On Monday, June 1, 2026, the Florida Legislature will convene for a Special Session...
05/28/2026

πŸ“’ATTENTION DESOTO COUNTY HOME OWNERSπŸ“’
On Monday, June 1, 2026, the Florida Legislature will convene for a Special Session to consider a constitutional amendment that could significantly reduce future property taxes for Florida homeowners.
Our office is evaluating the proposed property tax changes and actively following the legislative process. We understand that many DeSoto County property owners may have questions. It is our objective to ensure that you remain properly informed.
At this time, no immediate changes have been made, and the proposal remains under consideration as discussions continue. If this proposal passes in the legislature, Florida voters will make the final decision and a constitutional amendment will appear on the ballot in November.
We encourage residents to stay informed, and as always, our team is here to assist with questions regarding property ownership, exemptions, assessments, and property tax information in DeSoto County.
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Today in Tampa, I outlined the Save Our Homes from Excessive Property Taxes plan that will eliminate taxes on homesteads.Β 

Property tax revenue collected by local governments has nearly doubled in the past seven years (from $32 billion to $60 billion) and is expected to reach an astounding $83 billion by 2032.

Florida homeowners need relief. Now is the time to stand up for taxpayers, enact a historic reform, and save the home of every Floridian.

We encourage you to attend the Memorial Day ceremony on the courthouse lawn beginning at 11 AM, Monday, May 25th, 2026 a...
05/23/2026

We encourage you to attend the Memorial Day ceremony on the courthouse lawn beginning at 11 AM, Monday, May 25th, 2026 as we salute those men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom.

05/22/2026
Thank you to all the nurses that care for us!
05/06/2026

Thank you to all the nurses that care for us!

Important to always check the backseat.
05/01/2026

Important to always check the backseat.

This National Heatstroke Prevention Day, remind yourself that it's NEVER safe to leave your child alone in a car β€” not even for a minute. πŸ₯΅πŸŒ‘️

Once You Park, Stop. πŸ›‘ Look. πŸ‘οΈ Lock. πŸ”’

When you finish at the Passport Fair at the Courthouse, be sure to come out and visit us at the Pioneer Day at the Turne...
03/28/2026

When you finish at the Passport Fair at the Courthouse, be sure to come out and visit us at the Pioneer Day at the Turner Center

UPDATE:  The telephones have been repaired and are fully functioning   The telephones are being repaired.  We are aware ...
01/27/2026

UPDATE: The telephones have been repaired and are fully functioning

The telephones are being repaired. We are aware that they are not functioning. As soon as they are working properly, we will update you. Please visit the website at www.desotopa.com

The office will be closed today as we observe the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday, honoring his enduring impact.
01/19/2026

The office will be closed today as we observe the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday, honoring his enduring impact.

Colder weather is forecast to enter our area later this week.  Below is information regarding the Warming Center that wi...
01/13/2026

Colder weather is forecast to enter our area later this week. Below is information regarding the Warming Center that will be open at Trinity Methodist Church.

They are also looking for volunteers to help operate the shelter.

Address

815 N Mills Avenue, Suite 101
Arcadia, FL
34266

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+18639934866

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