Ottumwa Courier, 213 E 2nd St, Ottumwa, IA 52501, US

Van Buren County Assessor, located in Keosauqua, Iowa, is dedicated to providing timely and accurate assessments in accordance with Iowa law. Led by Dixie Saunders, ICA, the assessor's office aims to deliver excellence in public service while maintaining honesty and fairness. They work closely with property owners to ensure a greater understanding of the appraisal process and strive to reduce tax liability for residents. With a mission to provide equitable assessments, Van Buren County Assessor values properties based on market transactions between buyers and sellers. As the real estate market fluctuates, assessed values may change accordingly. The assessor's office predicts that taxable percentages for residential and agricultural properties will decrease in 2023 to offset the significant increases in assessed values. However, due to various factors such as legislative changes and local tax levies, the exact impact on individual tax bills in 2024 and 2025 cannot be accurately predicted.Generated from the website