Sometimes, it can be difficult to know who to contact with questions regarding your property taxes. Below, we’ve collected the most common questions about your property taxes and related topics!
I need to change my mailing address – who do I call?
The Property Appraiser is responsible for maintaining property records, including the mailing address. You can make the change on their website, www.leepa.org or call their office at 239-533-6100.
I have a question about my exemptions – who do I call?
The Property Appraiser is responsible for maintaining exemptions. You can visit their website for more information, www.leepa.org or call their office at 239-533-6100.
I have a question about the value of my property and/or the amount of my assessment(s) – who do I call?
The Property Appraiser is responsible for valuing properties. You can visit their website for more information, www.leepa.org or call their office at 239-533-6100. For questions regarding Ad Valorem Taxes and Non-Ad Valorem Assessments, please contact the levying authority directly. Contact information is listed on your tax bill.
How do I print my property tax bill?
Visit our property tax payment website enter your name or address in the search field. Select your record. Click “Print (PDF)” which is located under the “Add to Cart” button. You can print a hard copy or save the file to your computer.
How do I know if my payment was received?
Visit our property tax payment website and enter your name or address in the search field. Select your record. The Account History will display the tax year and show PAID or UNPAID. Our office processes payments within two business days of receipt.
How can I get a receipt for my tax payment?
Visit our property tax payment website enter your name or address in the search field. Select your record. The Account History will display the tax year and show PAID. A receipt can be printed by clicking “Print (PDF).”
Will Amendment 3 affect my 2026 property tax bill?
The outcome of Amendment 3 will not affect 2026 property tax bills. If approved, the amendment will take effect January 1, 2027.
What if I’m entitled to a refund?
Refunds are issued in accordance with Florida Statutes. All refunds are returned to the original payer. If your taxes were paid through a mortgage escrow account, the original payer is your mortgage company. Processing times may vary.
Can I still sign up for the installment payment plan for 2026?
Unfortunately, no. Applications for 2026 quarterly installment payments needed to be received in our office by April 30, 2026. You can submit an installment application for the 2027 tax year between November 1, 2026, and April 30, 2027. Visit https://leetc.com/payment-options/ to learn more.
I no longer have a mortgage, why is a mortgage company listed on my tax notice?
If you have recently paid your mortgage in full, your property may have still been listed on their records. Contact the mortgage company to be sure there are no escrow funds allocated for the current tax year. Although the mortgage company is listed, you can still make the payment in November to receive the 4% discount.
Why did I get a tax bill for the full year when I just bought the property?
Property taxes are accounted for when closing on a property and charged or credited for your portion by the closing agent. The tax bill for the full year is sent to the current owner of record. Refer to your closing statement or call your title company or attorney if you have questions.
I sold this property, why am I getting a tax bill?
Annual tax bills are mailed to the owner of record as of the date the official tax role is sent to us from the Property Appraiser. Change of ownership is recorded with the Clerk of Court, then sent to the Property Appraiser, so it may be an issue of timing. You can forward the bill to the new owner or refer it to your closing agent.
Why did I get a Tangible Tax bill for my property?
Tangible Personal Property refers to assets used in a business or on the rental activity of a home. More specifically, it is furniture, fixtures, tools, machinery, household appliances, equipment, signs, leasehold improvements, supplies, and leased equipment – whatever is used to generate income. If you recently purchased a home that is no longer used for rental, contact the Property Appraiser’s office at 239-533-6140.
How can I pay my property tax bill?
The Lee County Tax Collector’s Office offers six convenient ways to pay property taxes:
Online: Pay securely at LeeTC.com/pay-online and print your receipt from home.
In-office kiosks: Pay by credit card or e-check at any of the six service centers. E-check payments are free, and receipts are available immediately.
Payment drop-off: Drop off payments 24/7 using the secure SmartLockers at the Downtown Fort Myers, South Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and Lehigh Acres service centers. At the Bonita Springs location, payments can be dropped off inside during regular business hours. Allow five business days for processing.
By phone: Make a payment by calling 239-533-6000.
By mail: Mail your payment using the instructions included with your tax bill.
In person: Visit a Lee County Tax Collector service center to make a payment.
What are my options to pay?
For information on payment options and types of payments please visit:
Tax Payment Plans – Real Estate Taxes – Fort Myers, FL
Tax Fees Estimator & Payment Information | Leetc
*Delinquent real estate taxes property taxes cannot be paid by personal check or eCheck.