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District of Columbia Property Tax (2026)

Info: Residential (Class 1A) rate is $0.85 per $100 of assessed value (0.85%); on 1-2 unit homes, value above $2.558M is taxed at $1.00 per $100.

InfoVerified Jul 5, 2026
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Residential (Class 1A) rate is $0.85 per $100 of assessed value (0.85%); on 1-2 unit homes, value above $2.558M is taxed at $1.00 per $100. Homestead deduction and senior relief reduce the bill for many owners.

Official source: otr.cfo.dc.gov →

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Property Tax in states bordering District of Columbia

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

  • MarylandInfo

    Assessed by the state (SDAT) at fair market value on a 3-year cycle, with any increase phased in over 3 years; state, county, and municipal tax rates then apply to the assessment. The Homestead Tax Credit caps annual taxable-assessment growth at 10% (localities may set 0–10%), and an income-based Homeowners' Property Tax Credit is available. Varies by county.

    Verified Jul 12, 2026 · Source: dat.maryland.gov · Full Maryland rule →

  • VirginiaInfo

    Virginia levies no state tax on real estate - property taxes are local taxes administered by each city, county, and town, and rates differ by locality. Questions about real estate or personal property tax go to your local tax office.

    Verified Jul 19, 2026 · Source: tax.virginia.gov · Full Virginia rule →

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