Manchester, NJ Tax Collector Office: Pay Tax Bill & Hours
The Manchester Township Tax Collector handles property-tax and utility billing and collection. Use this guide to reach the correct office, search the official WIPP account, check quarterly due dates and understand what to do if a payment is late or your assessed value looks wrong.
The Township lists the Tax Collector office at Town Hall, 1 Colonial Drive, with weekday hours from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding holidays.
Town Hall, 1 Colonial Drive, Manchester, NJ 08759-3898
732-657-8121 ext. 3700
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m., excluding holidays
Feb. 1, May 1, Aug. 1 and Nov. 1
10 calendar days
How to Pay a Manchester Township Property Tax Bill Online
Manchester Township links taxpayers to the Edmunds WIPP portal for tax and water/sewer account lookup and payment. Start from the Township Tax Collector page or use the Manchester WIPP link shown here.
Manchester NJ Tax Collector Office Address, Phone & Hours
1 Colonial Drive
Manchester, NJ 08759-3898
Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tax Collector: Andrea Gaskill, CTC
Deputy Tax Collector: Cynthia Walulak, CTC
What the Tax Collector handles
Manchester Township Property Tax Due Dates & Grace Period
Manchester Township property taxes are due four times each year. The Township lists a 10-calendar-day grace period for quarterly tax payments.
| Quarter | Due date | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| 1st quarter | February 1 | Confirm the correct year and installment before paying. |
| 2nd quarter | May 1 | Check whether a mortgage servicer is paying from escrow. |
| 3rd quarter | August 1 | Annual bills are generally mailed in July, so verify the new bill amount. |
| 4th quarter | November 1 | Verify any deduction or adjustment credited to the account. |
Late Manchester Property Taxes: Interest, Penalty & Tax Sale Help
Manchester Township adopted a 2026 resolution authorizing interest on delinquent taxes or assessments after the grace period. For 2026, the resolution sets interest at 8% per year on the first $1,500 of delinquency and 18% per year on amounts over $1,500, calculated from the date the tax was payable until actual payment.
The same resolution allows an additional 6% year-end penalty on a delinquency exceeding $10,000 that remains open at year end.
2026 resolution: 8% annual interest.
2026 resolution: 18% annual interest on the amount above $1,500.
An additional 6% penalty may apply when an open year-end delinquency exceeds $10,000.
If your payment is already late
Manchester Township Tax Bill & Assessment Records
The payment account and the property assessment are related but handled through different official resources. WIPP is the practical starting point for an open tax bill or payment balance. Assessment data, tax maps and GIS resources are handled through the Manchester Township Tax Assessor and Ocean County records.
Use Manchester Township WIPP and the Tax Collector.
Use the Manchester Township Tax Assessor page.
Use the Ocean County Tax Search resource linked by the Assessor.
Tax Collector vs Tax Assessor: Who Handles Your Question?
| Question | Office | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| I need to pay my property-tax bill. | Tax Collector | The Collector handles billing, collection and payment-account questions. |
| My assessed value looks wrong. | Tax Assessor | Assessment value, tax maps and property valuation are assessor functions. |
| I need a senior or veteran deduction form. | Tax Assessor | Manchester Township directs deduction applications through the Assessor. |
| I want to appeal my assessment. | Ocean County tax appeal process | Assessment appeals follow county tax-board procedures and deadlines. |
| My payment has not posted. | Tax Collector | The Collector maintains individual tax-account payment records. |
Manchester Township Property Tax Deductions & Relief
The Township Tax Collector and Tax Assessor pages point homeowners to New Jersey property-tax relief programs and local deduction forms. The correct program depends on eligibility, ownership, residency and other program-specific rules.
Senior citizen property-tax deduction
Manchester Township states that applications for the $250 senior citizen property-tax deduction are available from the Tax Assessor. The Township page lists age, residency, occupancy and income requirements and instructs applicants to review the current application for complete eligibility rules.
Veteran property-tax deduction
The Township also lists a $250 veteran property-tax deduction and directs applicants to the Tax Assessor for the form. Eligibility depends on the current New Jersey rules, including veteran status, residency and property ownership requirements.
Senior Freeze and state relief
The Assessor page links New Jersey property-tax relief information, including the Senior Freeze program for eligible homeowners. State program names, income limits, filing windows and application rules can change, so confirm the current requirements with New Jersey Treasury before filing.
If Your Mortgage Company Pays the Manchester Tax Bill
If property taxes are paid from mortgage escrow, check both the mortgage account and the municipal tax account. A monthly escrow collection on a mortgage statement is not the same as proof that the Township received the quarterly payment.
Manchester Township Drop Box Information
A Township notice published in 2021 stated that tax and water/sewer payments could be placed in a drop box at the Town Hall front door, at the rear of the Municipal Complex near the cul-de-sac. That notice specifically warned taxpayers not to put cash in the drop box and said checks or money orders should be used.
Because that drop-box notice dates from 2021, confirm current availability and location with the Tax Collector before relying on it for a deadline-sensitive payment.
Manchester Township Tax Links
Official office contacts, hours, due dates, payment link, deductions and utility information.
Officially linked tax and utility account search/payment portal.
Assessment records, tax maps, GIS links, deduction forms and property-tax relief resources.
State-administered relief programs and current eligibility information.
Manchester NJ Tax Collector FAQ
What is the Manchester Township Tax Collector phone number?
The Township lists 732-657-8121, extension 3700, for the Tax Collector.
What is the Manchester NJ Tax Collector email?
The official Tax Collector page lists taxcollector@manchestertwp.com.
Where is the Manchester Township Tax Collector office?
The main office is at Town Hall, 1 Colonial Drive, Manchester, NJ 08759-3898.
What are the Manchester Township Tax Collector office hours?
The Township lists Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
When are Manchester Township property taxes due?
Quarterly property-tax due dates are February 1, May 1, August 1 and November 1. Manchester Township lists a 10-calendar-day grace period.
How do I pay Manchester Township property taxes online?
Use the Manchester Township WIPP/Edmunds portal linked from the official Tax Collector page. Find the correct account, verify the property and installment, review the payment screen and save the confirmation.
Who is the Manchester Township Tax Collector?
The Township currently lists Andrea Gaskill, CTC as Tax Collector and Cynthia Walulak, CTC as Deputy Tax Collector.
Who handles questions about assessed value?
The Manchester Township Tax Assessor handles assessment value, tax maps, GIS information and deduction forms. Payment and collection questions go to the Tax Collector.
What happens if my Manchester property taxes are late?
After the applicable grace period, delinquent taxes can accrue interest. Manchester Township’s 2026 resolution authorizes 8% annual interest on the first $1,500 of delinquency and 18% on amounts above $1,500, with a possible additional 6% year-end penalty on an open delinquency over $10,000.
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