Ellis County Tax Collector: Pay Property Tax, Search Account, Offices & Deadlines
If you searched for the Ellis County Tax Collector, the official office you usually need is the Ellis County Tax Assessor-Collector.
Use this guide to search or pay an Ellis County property tax account, find Waxahachie, Red Oak, Ennis and Midlothian office details, understand January 31 and February 1 deadlines, avoid wrong-account payments, and know when the Ellis Appraisal District should handle your issue instead.
The Ellis County Tax Collector function is handled by the Ellis County Tax Assessor-Collector. The official property tax office is led by Richard Rozier. The main office is at 302 N Monroe Street, Waxahachie, TX 75165. The main phone number is 972-825-5150, and posted hours are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
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For property tax payment, open the official Search and Pay Taxes portal, search your account, verify the owner, address, account number, CAD reference, tax year and balance, then save proof after payment. If your issue is value, exemption, ownership record, mailing address, protest or appraisal data, start with the Ellis Appraisal District instead.
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What Do You Need From the Ellis County Tax Collector Office?
Most Ellis County taxpayers need one of six actions: pay a property tax bill, search an account, visit a branch, mail a payment, handle a delinquent balance, or fix a value/exemption problem.
Pay my property tax
Open the official search portal, match the correct account, review payment rules, then save your confirmation and check posting.
Go to payment stepsFind a tax office
Ellis County lists Waxahachie, Red Oak, Ennis and Midlothian offices with weekday hours. Call before visiting for complex issues.
Go to office locationsMail my payment
Use the official mailing address and write the Property ID, phone number and tax year details when needed.
Go to mailing checklistAlready late?
Penalty and interest begin February 1. July 1 can add attorney collection risk. Confirm current payoff before paying late.
Go to delinquent helpNeed value or exemption help?
Use the Ellis Appraisal District for appraised value, mailing address, exemptions, protests and ownership records.
Go to appraisal sectionNeed another Texas county?
If your property is in Dallas, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris or Collin County, use that county’s tax guide instead.
Dallas TX Tax Collector guideBefore you start checklist
- Property owner name or business name.
- Property address or account number.
- CAD reference number if you have it.
- Tax year you are checking.
- Mortgage or escrow company name if they should pay.
- Prior payment receipt or confirmation number if you already paid.
- Any delinquent notice, tax sale notice or attorney letter.
What the Ellis County Tax Assessor-Collector Handles
The Tax Assessor-Collector collects taxes and handles payment-related help. It does not set your appraised value or decide most exemption/protest questions.
| User question | Start with | Why this matters |
|---|---|---|
| How do I pay or search my property tax bill? | Ellis County Tax Office | The Tax Office provides the official Search and Pay Taxes portal and payment support. |
| Why did my property value increase? | Ellis Appraisal District | Appraised value is not changed by the payment office. |
| Can I make a partial payment or payment agreement? | Ellis County Tax Office | Official payment options and delinquent agreements are handled by the collector side. |
| How do I change owner name or mailing address? | Ellis Appraisal District | Ownership and mailing information are appraisal-district record issues. |
| Can I renew my vehicle registration? | Tax Office / Texas DMV route | The Tax Assessor-Collector also acts as a Texas DMV agent, but property tax and vehicle registration are different workflows. |
Simple rule: use the Ellis County Tax Office for payment, account balance, receipt, partial payment, delinquency, payment agreement, tax certificate and tax sale questions. Use Ellis Appraisal District for value, exemption, ownership, protest and appraisal record questions.
How to Pay Ellis County Property Taxes Online
Start from the official Ellis County Tax Office or ACTWeb Ellis County portal. Search the account first, confirm the correct property, then pay only after the details clearly match your bill.
Open the official Search and Pay Taxes portal
Use the official Ellis County ACTWeb portal. Avoid ads, old bookmarks and third-party pages that are not linked from the official office.
Open official Search and Pay Taxes portalSearch with the best detail you have
The official portal supports owner name, property address, account number, owner ID and CAD reference number. Owner names are usually recorded last name first.
Match the account before payment
Confirm owner name, property location, tax year, Tax Office account number, CAD reference number, balance, payment status and delinquency status.
Review payment method and portal status
If online payment is available, review card, eCheck, processor fee, tax year and confirmation details before submitting. If online payment is unavailable, use account lookup for balance and then pay by mail or office.
Save proof immediately
Save your confirmation number, screenshot, payment date, account number, amount, bank record or check copy. If you mail payment, keep proof of mailing.
Official search and pay portal
Use this for Ellis County property tax account lookup and online payment when the portal accepts payment.
Search / Pay TaxesOfficial property tax office page
Use this page for official property links, payment agreement information, tax rates, tax sales and tax certificates.
Open Property PageHow to Search an Ellis County Property Tax Account Before Paying
Search carefully before payment because the Tax Office account number, CAD reference number and owner ID can be different.
Owner name search
Search last name first, such as “Smith Mary.” If the property recently changed hands, also try prior owner, spouse, business or trust names.
Property address search
Use the street number and main street name. Avoid extra words such as street, lane or boulevard because they may be abbreviated.
Account / CAD search
Use the Tax Office account number if you have it. If you only have a CAD reference number, understand it may differ from the Tax Office account number.
Do not pay until these match
- Owner name.
- Property location.
- Tax Office account number.
- CAD reference number, if used.
- Tax year.
- Balance and payment status.
- Mortgage/escrow expectation if someone else should pay.
Use lookup when you did not receive a statement, want to confirm escrow payment, need a receipt or balance, are checking prior-year taxes, want to make a partial payment, or want to avoid paying the wrong account.
Ellis County Tax Collector Office Hours, Address and Phone Numbers
Ellis County Tax Office locations are posted with Monday-Friday hours from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The main office is in Waxahachie.
Waxahachie Main Office
Main Tax Assessor-Collector contact
Branch Offices
Use the nearest office for many payment needs
Before you drive to an office
Call first if the issue involves a payment agreement, delinquent account, tax sale, tax certificate, wrong-account payment, mortgage escrow mistake, or current-year tax payment that must be applied to a specific tax year.
Official source: Ellis County Tax Office Locations.How to Pay Ellis County Property Taxes by Mail or in Person
You can pay at Ellis County tax office locations or mail payment to the Ellis County Tax Assessor-Collector. Include a copy of your statement when possible.
Mail Payment
Use for check or money order
In-Person Payment
Use office locations
Mail-payment checklist
- Use P.O. Drawer 188, Waxahachie, TX 75168.
- Enclose a copy of your property tax statement if available.
- Write the Property ID on your check.
- Write your phone number on your check.
- Indicate the tax year if payment must apply to a specific year.
- Mail early near January 31.
- Check the account later to confirm posting.
Ellis County Property Tax Due Dates, Penalty and Interest
Ellis County states that statements are sent out every October for the current year’s tax, and January 31 is the final date to pay without penalty and interest.
| Date / timing | What it means | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| October | Statements are sent out for the current tax year. | Search online if you do not receive a statement by mid-November. |
| January 31 | Final date to pay without penalty and interest. | Pay before the deadline and keep proof. Do not wait until late afternoon. |
| February 1 | Penalty and interest begin unless you are under an eligible agreement. | Confirm current payoff before paying late. |
| July 1 | Current-year delinquent accounts may be turned over to tax attorneys for collection. | Ask whether collection attorney fees have been added before paying. |
If you did not receive a statement
Do not ignore the tax. Search the account online or contact a tax office. Not receiving a bill does not remove the responsibility to pay on time.
Payment method problems, wrong-account searches, online portal availability, mail delay, branch office wait times and mortgage escrow confusion can all create deadline risk. Search your account early and save proof of payment.
Ellis County Payment Agreements, Partial Payments and Quarter Payments
Ellis County lists several payment options, including one-time payment, partial payment, quarter payment plans for qualified owners, and residential homestead agreements for certain delinquent taxes.
| Payment option | Who it helps | Important rule |
|---|---|---|
| One-time payment | All taxpayers and all tax account types. | Final date to pay without penalty and interest is January 31. |
| Partial payment | Taxpayers who want to make payments after statements are sent. | No formal agreement is established; penalties and interest accrue at normal schedule. |
| Quarter payment plan | Qualified residential owners with homestead plus over-65, disabled person or disabled veteran exemption. | At least one-fourth must be paid by January 31 and formal agreement must be filed each tax year. |
| Residential homestead agreement | Certain delinquent residence homestead taxpayers. | Agreement can run 12-36 months and accrues 1% monthly interest; contact the office to confirm eligibility. |
Current-year taxes have limits
Monthly installment agreements for delinquent taxes are set up only after taxes become delinquent on February 1. Current taxes may be paid monthly before January 31, but that is not the same as a current-tax agreement.
Ellis County Delinquent Property Taxes, Attorney Collection and Tax Sale Risk
Unpaid property taxes become delinquent on February 1. Penalty and interest begin, and delinquent accounts can move toward attorney collection and tax sale procedures.
Penalty and interest begin February 1
Penalty begins at 6% and increases monthly to a maximum of 12% in July. Interest accrues at 1% per month until paid in full.
Attorney collection after July 1
Delinquent accounts for the current year are turned over to tax attorneys for collection on July 1, with collection penalty up to 20% of the unpaid balance.
Specific-year payment caution
The old FAQ guidance explains that if you need to designate a specific tax year, submit payment by mail or in person and indicate the tax year.
Before calling about delinquency
- Search the account online.
- Write down the Tax Office account number.
- Check each tax year owed.
- Save any prior payment proof.
- Ask if a payment agreement applies.
- Confirm whether the account is with tax attorneys.
Ask the Tax Office
- What is the current payoff?
- Are attorney fees already added?
- Can I make partial payment?
- Can payment be applied to a specific year?
- Do I qualify for quarter payments?
- Is the account in tax sale status?
Ellis County Tax Office vs Ellis Appraisal District: Who Fixes What?
The Ellis County Tax Office collects the tax. The Ellis Appraisal District handles appraised value, ownership, mailing address, exemptions and protest questions.
Tax Office questions
- How much is due?
- Where do I pay?
- Did my payment post?
- Can I get a receipt or balance?
- Can I make a payment agreement?
- Is my account delinquent or in tax sale status?
Appraisal District questions
- Why did value increase?
- How do I change mailing address?
- Where is my homestead exemption?
- How do I protest?
- Who updates owner information?
- What is my CAD reference number?
Key appraisal dates to verify
Ellis County’s existing guidance points users to April 30 for exemption applications and May 15 for protest deadline context. Always verify the current year’s exact deadlines with Ellis Appraisal District before relying on a date.
Ellis County Vehicle Registration and Property Tax: Keep These Tasks Separate
The Ellis County Tax Assessor-Collector also provides vehicle registration service as a Texas DMV agent, but property tax payment and vehicle title/registration work are separate tasks.
Use property portal for
Real property tax account search, property tax payment, balance, receipt, delinquent property taxes and property tax agreements.
Use motor vehicle route for
Vehicle registration renewal, trailer registration, dealer services, title-related forms and Texas DMV tasks.
Bring the right documents
For vehicle service, check the official Motor Vehicle page or Texas DMV route before visiting. Property tax documents may not be enough for title work.
Ellis County Tax Sales: What Property Owners Should Know
A tax sale is not the first step in a late-payment problem, but it is a serious risk if delinquent taxes remain unresolved. Property owners should act before sale procedures escalate.
Tax sales are online
Ellis County links to online tax sale auctions and a tax sale property list. Owners should resolve delinquency before sale status becomes active.
Payment in full for bidders
The tax sale page states that payment in full is required from the winning bidder on the day of sale, and post-judgment taxes may also be due.
Owner action path
Search your account, call 972-825-5150, ask for current payoff, and confirm whether attorney collection or tax sale status applies.
Common Ellis County Tax Bill Problems and What to Do Next
A useful tax guide should prevent mistakes. These are the situations that often cause wrong payments, late fees, escrow confusion or unnecessary office visits.
Bill not found
Try owner name, property address, account number, owner ID and CAD reference number. If the property recently changed ownership, try the prior owner too.
Mortgage company should pay
Search the account online anyway. If unpaid, ask your lender for payment date, amount, tax year, account number and confirmation.
Wrong owner or mailing address
Start with Ellis Appraisal District. The Tax Office collects based on the certified records it receives.
Need to pay one specific year
If you must apply payment to a specific year, consider mail or in-person payment and clearly indicate the tax year.
Already delinquent
Do not guess the amount. Ask for the current payoff, attorney-fee status and payment-agreement eligibility.
Wrong Texas county
If the property is in another Texas county, use the correct county tax office before paying.
Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector guideVideo Help: Property Tax Payment Basics
This video is included only as a general visual reference for property tax payment methods. Always use the official Ellis County Tax Office website for the live payment portal, account search, deadline and office details.
Ellis County Tax Office Map: Waxahachie Main Office
The main Ellis County Tax Office is listed at 302 N Monroe Street, Waxahachie, TX 75165. Use the map for directions, but verify current hours before visiting.
Official Ellis County Tax Office Links and Related Texas Guides
Use official links for live payment, account search, office locations, agreements, appraisal records, motor vehicle services and tax sale questions.
Ellis County Tax Collector FAQ: Payment, Search, Offices, Deadlines, Agreements and Appraisal Help
These answers focus on what Ellis County taxpayers usually need quickly: where to pay, who to call, how to search, when penalty begins and which office fixes value or exemption problems.
Who is the Ellis County Tax Collector?
The Ellis County Tax Collector function is handled by the Ellis County Tax Assessor-Collector. The official property page lists Richard Rozier as Tax Assessor-Collector.
How do I pay Ellis County property taxes online?
Use the official Ellis County ACTWeb Search and Pay Taxes portal. Search the account, verify the owner, property address, tax year and balance, then pay only after the account clearly matches your bill.
What is the Ellis County Tax Office phone number?
The main Ellis County Tax Office phone number is 972-825-5150. Branch phone numbers include Red Oak 972-825-5640, Ennis 972-825-5390 and Midlothian 972-825-5600.
Where is the Ellis County Tax Office located?
The main office is at 302 N Monroe Street, Waxahachie, TX 75165. Branch offices are listed in Red Oak, Ennis and Midlothian.
What are Ellis County Tax Office hours?
The official property and location pages list Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. hours for the main office and branch locations. Verify before visiting near holidays or deadline periods.
Where do I mail Ellis County property tax payments?
Mail property tax payment to Ellis County Tax Assessor-Collector, P.O. Drawer 188, Waxahachie, TX 75168. Include a statement copy if available and write the Property ID and phone number on your check.
When is the last day to pay Ellis County property taxes without penalty?
Ellis County’s payment agreement information states January 31 is the final date to pay the tax levy without penalty and interest.
When do Ellis County property taxes become delinquent?
Penalty and interest begin February 1 unless an eligible agreement applies. Penalty begins at 6% and interest accrues at 1% per month.
Can I make partial payments in Ellis County?
Yes. Ellis County lists partial payment as available to all taxpayers for all types of accounts. However, no formal agreement is established and penalties and interest accrue at the normal rate and schedule.
Who qualifies for the Ellis County quarter payment plan?
The quarter-payment plan is for qualified residential property owners who have a homestead with an over-65, disabled person or disabled veteran exemption. At least one-fourth is due by January 31 and a formal agreement must be filed each tax year.
Does the Tax Office fix appraised value or homestead exemption?
No. The Ellis County Tax Office collects the tax. Appraised value, ownership records, mailing address corrections, exemptions and protest questions are handled by Ellis Appraisal District.
Can I buy an Ellis County tax certificate online?
The official Ellis County property page says tax certificates can only be purchased at the Waxahachie Tax Office and the fee is $10 for each tax certificate.
Final Summary: Best Way to Use This Ellis County Tax Collector Guide
For property tax payment, start with the official Ellis County Search and Pay Taxes portal. Search the correct account, verify property details, confirm the tax year and balance, then save proof after payment.
If the bill is late, do not guess the payoff. Penalty and interest begin February 1, and attorney collection risk begins later in the year. Call the Tax Office before relying on an old balance or making a specific-year payment.
This is an independent TaxCollectors.org guide for Ellis County, Texas taxpayers. It is not the official Ellis County Tax Office, Ellis Appraisal District, Texas DMV, legal adviser, tax adviser, mortgage company or title company. Verify current details directly with official sources before paying, mailing, visiting, relying on a deadline or handling a delinquent account.