East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Collector: Office Hours, Address
If you are searching for the East Baton Rouge County Tax Collector, remember that Louisiana uses parishes, so the official local search intent is East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Collector. This guide explains how to pay East Baton Rouge Parish property taxes online, find the Sheriff’s Tax Office address inside City Hall, check office hours, call the correct tax office number, search by notice number, parcel number or taxpayer name, avoid wrong-account payments, understand December 31 payment timing, and know when to contact the Assessor instead of the Sheriff’s Tax Office.
The East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Collector is the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff and Tax Collector. Property taxes can be paid online through the East Baton Rouge Parish online payment portal, by mail to the Sheriff and Tax Collector payment addresses, or in person at East Baton Rouge Parish City Hall, 2nd Floor, 222 Saint Louis Street, Room 238, Baton Rouge, LA 70802. The in-person tax office hours are listed as Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM. The Tax Office phone is 225-389-4810.
Official source: EBRSO Tax Payments, EBRSO Contact Us, and East Baton Rouge Parish Online Payments.East Baton Rouge County Tax Collector Means East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff and Tax Collector
Search engines may show “East Baton Rouge County Tax Collector,” but the correct local term is East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Collector. In Louisiana, parishes function like counties in many other states.
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The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff is responsible for collecting all East Baton Rouge Parish property taxes. The Sheriff does not set the assessed value. Taxes are calculated from the assessed value determined by the East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor and the millage rates attached to the property.
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Use Sheriff’s Tax Office for payment
Use EBRSO for paying property taxes, finding outstanding balances, correcting wrong-account payments, tax sale redemption and tax payment questions.
Use Assessor for assessed value
Use the Assessor for mailing address changes, homestead exemption, assessed value, ownership record questions and property assessment review.
Use the online portal carefully
The payment portal warns that East Baton Rouge Parish will not be responsible for erroneous payments, so verify the notice, parcel and taxpayer before paying.
How to Pay East Baton Rouge Parish Property Taxes Online
The official East Baton Rouge Parish online payment portal lets users search property taxes by Notice/Bill number, Parcel number, Taxpayer Name and Tax Year.
Before you pay, confirm the notice number, parcel number, taxpayer name, property description and tax year. Property tax payments are posted to the account information provided by the taxpayer. If you enter the wrong account, the Sheriff’s Tax Office may try to correct the issue, but the safest approach is to verify the bill before submitting payment.
Official source: East Baton Rouge Parish Online Payments and EBRSO Tax Payments FAQ.Open the official East Baton Rouge Parish payment portal
Use the official snstaxpayments.com/ebr portal linked by EBRSO. Make sure the portal says East Baton Rouge Parish before entering payment details.
Open East Baton Rouge Parish online paymentsSearch by notice, parcel or taxpayer name
The portal supports Notice/Bill number, Parcel number and Taxpayer Name. If a name search fails, try the last name or the first word of a business name.
Use address search tips if needed
The portal suggests using the street number and first word of the street name, or just the street name, if you have trouble finding the tax notice.
Review credit card convenience fee
The portal lists a 2.35% convenience fee for credit card payments. Review the final checkout screen before submitting.
Save confirmation and check posting later
The portal notes that online payments may take a few days to process and reflect on the site. Save proof and re-check the account.
East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Search by Notice Number, Parcel Number or Taxpayer Name
The East Baton Rouge Parish online payment system is built around tax notice lookup. If you do not have the notice, use parcel or taxpayer search, then verify the property details before paying.
| Search method | Best use | Practical tip |
|---|---|---|
| Notice# / Bill# | Fastest if you have the printed tax notice. | Enter the notice or bill number exactly as shown. |
| Parcel# | Useful when matching a property record or Assessor record. | Compare property description and owner before paying. |
| Taxpayer Name | Useful if the notice is missing or mailed to a prior owner. | Try last name only or first word of a business name. |
| Tax Year | Needed to avoid paying the wrong year. | Check current year and prior-year balances separately. |
If you purchased property after January 1, the tax notice may still be mailed in the prior owner’s name. EBRSO says new owners should check with the Sheriff’s Tax Department, the Assessor or online to see whether taxes are owed.
Official source: EBRSO purchased property and tax notice guidance.East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Collector Office Address and Mailing Address
EBRSO lists the in-person property tax payment location at East Baton Rouge Parish City Hall, 2nd Floor, 222 Saint Louis Street, Room 238, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802.
In-Person Tax Office
East Baton Rouge Parish City Hall, 2nd Floor
Mail Tax Payments
EBRSO lists two mailing options
When mailing a payment, include the payment stub and verify that the property tax account information is correct. EBRSO says the date postmarked can be used to determine payment date if the envelope was actually postmarked and cancelled by the USPS, but it also states that postmark is not accepted for payments mailed two weeks prior to tax sale.
Official source: EBRSO mailing address and postmark policy.East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Collector Office Hours and Phone Number
The EBRSO property tax payment page lists the in-person Tax Office hours as Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM. EBRSO’s contact page lists the Tax Office phone as 225-389-4810 and fax as 225-389-8586.
Official source: EBRSO Tax Payments and EBRSO Contact Us.| Need | Contact / location | Best use |
|---|---|---|
| Property tax payment and balances | 225-389-4810 | Outstanding balances, tax notices, online payment, wrong-account payment, tax sale redemption questions. |
| Tax Office fax | 225-389-8586 | Faxing documents if the EBRSO Tax Office instructs you to do so. |
| In-person payments | 222 Saint Louis Street, Room 238 | Counter service for property tax payment at City Hall. |
| Assessor / mailing address changes | 225-389-3920 | Address changes, assessed value questions, homestead exemption and property assessment help. |
Best time to call
Call earlier in the business day, especially in December or before a tax sale deadline. Have the notice number, parcel number and taxpayer name ready.
Before visiting
Call if your question involves delinquent taxes, tax sale, redemption, wrong payment, mortgage escrow or prior-year balances.
Do not confuse locations
EBRSO’s main office address is different from the in-person City Hall Tax Office address. For property tax payment, use the City Hall Room 238 address.
East Baton Rouge Parish Online Property Tax Payment Fee
The East Baton Rouge Parish online payment portal lists a 2.35% convenience fee for payments made with a credit card. Review the final payment screen before submitting.
Convenience fees are separate from the tax balance. If your tax bill is large, the card fee can be meaningful. If you are paying near a deadline, also remember that the portal says online payments may take a few days before they are processed and reflected on the site.
Official source: East Baton Rouge Parish online payment fee notice.Online payment
Good for fast payment and bill lookup, but verify the account and allow time for posting.
Credit card fee
Portal lists 2.35% convenience fee if paid by credit card. Review the final amount before paying.
Wrong-payment warning
The portal states East Baton Rouge Parish will not be held responsible for erroneous payments. Confirm the account before checkout.
When Are East Baton Rouge Parish Property Taxes Due?
EBRSO explains that taxes are due in the same calendar year as soon as the tax roll is delivered to the tax collector and should be paid on or before December 31 of that year.
The Assessor’s general information page says tax bills are generally mailed on or around the last week of November and payments should be sent to the Sheriff and Tax Collector by December 31 to avoid penalties and interest.
Official source: EBRSO tax due date FAQ and East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor general information.Last week of November
Tax notices are generally mailed around the last week of November. New owners should check even if the bill is mailed to a prior owner.
December 31
Pay on or before December 31 to avoid penalties and interest. Do not wait for a missing bill if you know taxes are due.
Tax sale risk
Unpaid taxes can eventually lead to tax sale and redemption requirements. Confirm payoff early if the account is delinquent.
East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Collector vs Assessor
The Sheriff and Tax Collector collects property taxes. The East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor determines assessed values, handles homestead exemption, and processes mailing address changes for tax notice purposes.
| Your question | Correct starting point | Why |
|---|---|---|
| I need to pay my property tax bill. | Sheriff’s Tax Office | The Sheriff is responsible for property tax collection. |
| I need to know if a balance is outstanding. | Sheriff’s Tax Office / online portal | EBRSO says to go online or call 225-389-4810 for outstanding balances. |
| I need to change the mailing address on my tax notice. | Assessor’s Office | EBRSO directs mailing address changes to the Assessor at 225-389-3920. |
| My assessed value looks wrong. | Assessor’s Office | Assessed value is determined by the Assessor, not the payment office. |
| I need homestead exemption. | Assessor’s Office | Homestead exemption applications are filed with the Assessor. |
Homestead Exemption, Assessed Value and East Baton Rouge Property Tax Questions
EBRSO states that the Sheriff does not decide how much property tax you owe. Assessed value is determined by the Assessor, while millage rates are attached to the property and voted on by parish residents.
EBRSO’s tax FAQ explains that Louisiana homestead exemption currently negates parish property taxes due on the first $75,000 of market value, or $7,500 of assessed value, for an eligible primary residence. It also notes that homestead exemption does not apply to certain city taxes or Fire/Crime District Fees.
Official source: EBRSO homestead exemption and tax calculation FAQ.Homestead application
To receive homestead exemption on a primary residence, contact the East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor at 225-389-3920.
Assessment questions
For assessed value, ownership, mailing address or property record questions, use the Assessor’s Office rather than the Sheriff’s Tax Office.
Do not assume closing paid taxes
EBRSO explains that property taxes may be settled between buyer and seller at closing, but that does not necessarily mean the tax bill was paid to the tax collector.
Mortgage Company, Escrow and East Baton Rouge Parish Property Tax Payments
If your mortgage company collects escrow each month but has not paid the property tax by December 31, EBRSO recommends contacting the mortgage company before you make your own payment.
EBRSO explains that it accepts and posts the first payment received. If you pay first and the mortgage company later mails payment for the same account, EBRSO will have to send the mortgage company their money back, and you may have to seek reimbursement from your mortgage company.
Official source: EBRSO mortgage company payment FAQ.Check your escrow statement
Look for a real tax disbursement, not just a monthly escrow charge.
Search the tax account online
Use the online portal to confirm whether the property tax account shows a current balance or paid status.
Contact your mortgage company before double-paying
Ask for the payment date, amount, tracking details, parcel or notice number used, and proof that payment was sent.
East Baton Rouge Parish Property Tax Receipts, Payment Proof and Posting Delays
After paying online, the portal notes that it may take a few days before the payment is processed and reflected on the site. Save your confirmation immediately.
Receipt should show
- Notice or bill number
- Parcel number
- Taxpayer name
- Tax year
- Amount paid
- Payment date
- Confirmation or transaction details
Save extra proof
- Screenshot of the payment confirmation
- Card or bank proof
- Mailed check copy
- USPS postmark proof if mailed
- Mortgage company proof if escrow is involved
If the payment does not appear after a reasonable posting window, call the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Tax Office at 225-389-4810 with the confirmation, payment method, date and account information.
Official source: East Baton Rouge Parish online payment portal and EBRSO Tax Office contact.East Baton Rouge Parish Delinquent Taxes, Tax Sale and Redemption
If property taxes are not paid, the Sheriff’s Office may advertise the property for tax sale. EBRSO states that property sold at tax sale may be redeemed up to three years from the date of recordation, with a 5% penalty and 1% interest per month.
The East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor’s general information page explains that the Sheriff and Tax Collector handles all redemptions on tax sale and adjudicated property, and that property owners are responsible for paying all taxes, penalties and redemption costs to the Sheriff’s Office.
Official source: EBRSO tax sale FAQ and Assessor general tax sale information.Do not guess payoff amount
Tax sale, redemption and delinquent accounts may include additional costs. Call the Tax Office before sending money.
Postmark limitation
EBRSO says postmark is not accepted for payments mailed two weeks prior to the tax sale. Do not rely on last-minute mail.
Redeem through Sheriff’s Tax Office
If your property was sold at tax sale, contact EBRSO Tax Office for redemption instructions and exact payoff.
East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Collector Video Help
At review time, no stable official YouTube video specifically from EBRSO for East Baton Rouge Parish property tax payment was verified. Because property tax payments can affect tax sale, redemption and wrong-account posting, this guide does not embed unrelated or unofficial YouTube videos.
Use the official portal first
For bill lookup and online payment, use the East Baton Rouge Parish online payment portal directly.
Call before tax sale deadlines
If the account is delinquent or near tax sale, call 225-389-4810 before relying on mail or online timing.
Use Assessor for value issues
If the amount looks wrong because the assessed value seems wrong, contact the Assessor rather than the payment office.
East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Collector Map: City Hall Room 238
The in-person EBRSO property tax payment location is listed at East Baton Rouge Parish City Hall, 2nd Floor, 222 Saint Louis Street, Room 238, Baton Rouge, LA 70802.
Bring if visiting
- Tax notice or bill number
- Parcel number if available
- Taxpayer name
- Payment method
- Prior receipt or confirmation number if following up
Call before driving
- Ask if your issue is handled at the City Hall Tax Office.
- Ask whether the current payoff is different because of penalties or tax sale.
- Ask whether mail, online or in-person payment is safest for your deadline.
- Ask whether your issue belongs to the Assessor instead.
Official East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Collector Links
This guide explains the steps in plain language, but final payment, current balance, tax sale status, penalty amount, mailing rules, postmark acceptance and account status must be verified through official sources.
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East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Collector FAQ
These answers cover the most common search intent behind East Baton Rouge County Tax Collector, East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Collector, EBRSO property tax payments, tax office address, phone number, tax notice lookup, mortgage escrow, homestead exemption and tax sale redemption.
Who is the East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Collector?
The East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff is responsible for collecting all East Baton Rouge Parish property taxes. Searchers may type East Baton Rouge County Tax Collector, but the correct Louisiana term is parish.
Where is the East Baton Rouge Tax Office?
The in-person property tax payment office is listed at East Baton Rouge Parish City Hall, 2nd Floor, 222 Saint Louis Street, Room 238, Baton Rouge, LA 70802.
What are East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Collector office hours?
EBRSO lists the in-person tax payment office hours as Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
What is the East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Office phone number?
EBRSO lists the Tax Office phone number as 225-389-4810 and the Tax Office fax as 225-389-8586.
How do I pay East Baton Rouge Parish property taxes online?
Use the official East Baton Rouge Parish online payment portal. Search by Notice/Bill number, Parcel number, Taxpayer Name and Tax Year, verify the property and tax year, review any fee, then save your confirmation.
What is the East Baton Rouge Parish online payment credit card fee?
The East Baton Rouge Parish online payment portal lists a 2.35% convenience fee if paid with a credit card.
Where do I mail East Baton Rouge property tax payments?
EBRSO lists mail payments to Parish of East Baton Rouge, Sid J. Gautreaux, III, Sheriff and Tax Collector, P.O. Box 919319, Dallas, TX 75391, or P.O. Box 70, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70821. Include your payment stub and correct account information.
When are East Baton Rouge Parish property taxes due?
EBRSO says property taxes are due in the same calendar year when the tax roll is delivered to the tax collector and should be paid on or before December 31. Tax notices are generally mailed the last week of November.
Who handles East Baton Rouge homestead exemption?
Homestead exemption questions are handled by the East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor’s Office. EBRSO directs taxpayers to contact the Assessor at 225-389-3920 for homestead exemption and address change information.
What if my mortgage company should pay the property tax?
EBRSO recommends contacting your mortgage company before paying yourself if escrow should have paid the tax. EBRSO accepts and posts the first payment received.
What happens if my East Baton Rouge property is sold at tax sale?
EBRSO says property sold at tax sale may be redeemed up to three years from the date of recordation, with a 5% penalty and 1% interest per month. Contact the Sheriff’s Tax Office for redemption instructions.
Is TaxCollectors.org the official East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Collector website?
No. TaxCollectors.org is an independent informational guide. Always verify final payment, balance, account status, due dates, fees, tax sale, redemption and office hours directly with EBRSO, the online payment portal and the East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor.
Best Way to Use This East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Collector Guide
Start with the official East Baton Rouge Parish online payment portal if you need to search a tax notice, pay online or verify a tax year. Search by Notice/Bill number, Parcel number or Taxpayer Name, then confirm the property and amount before paying.
Payment source: East Baton Rouge Parish Online Payments.Use the EBRSO Tax Office for payment, balances, wrong-account payments, tax sale and redemption questions. Use the East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor for mailing address changes, homestead exemption, assessed value and assessment records.
Office source: EBRSO Tax Payments and East Baton Rouge Parish Assessor Contact.Independent guide and official-source warning
This TaxCollectors.org page is an independent guide for people searching for East Baton Rouge County Tax Collector, East Baton Rouge Parish Tax Collector, EBRSO property tax payments, Sheriff Tax Office hours, office address, phone number, Notice/Bill lookup, parcel search, taxpayer name search, tax sale, redemption, homestead exemption, mortgage escrow and property tax due dates. It is not the official East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office, Tax Office, Assessor’s Office, payment processor, legal adviser or tax adviser.
Before paying, mailing a check, visiting City Hall, relying on postmark, handling a tax sale notice, redeeming tax sale property, applying homestead exemption, changing an address or paying near a deadline, verify current information directly with official EBRSO, East Baton Rouge Parish online payment and Assessor sources. Payment methods, fees, deadlines, tax sale rules, office access, account balances and posting times can change.