Cabot Property Tax Records

Cabot property tax records are administered by Lonoke County, which handles all assessment, billing, and collection for taxable real and personal property within the city. This page explains how to search Cabot property records online, what the Lonoke County assessor and collector do for property owners in Cabot, and how to apply for homestead credits and tax relief programs available to qualifying residents.

Lonoke County Assessor for Cabot

The Lonoke County Assessor at (501) 676-6904 handles all property assessments for Cabot. Real property is valued between January 1 and July 1 each year under A.C.A. § 26-26-1101. Assessed value equals 20% of market value per A.C.A. § 26-26-1201. The assessor maintains property records for all Cabot parcels and processes personal property assessments through the Lonoke County office. Historical Lonoke County tax lists are available through archival sources for genealogical or historical research.

Personal property in Cabot -- vehicles, boats, business equipment, and trailers -- must be assessed with Lonoke County by May 31 each year. A 10% penalty applies under A.C.A. § 26-26-1408 for late filings. Returning residents can reassess by phone or online. New residents must assess in person or by mail for their first year. The Cabot City Clerk at (501) 843-3566 handles city records and municipal matters but does not process property tax assessments. All of that runs through the Lonoke County Assessor.

Cabot has grown significantly over the past two decades as a bedroom community for the Little Rock metro area. That growth means new subdivisions are added to the Lonoke County assessment rolls regularly, and the assessor's office handles a larger parcel volume each year. Amendment 79 caps annual homestead value increases at 5% per reappraisal cycle and non-homestead increases at 10%, which helps protect Cabot property owners during periods of active market appreciation.

Online Property Search for Cabot

Lonoke County property records -- including all Cabot parcels -- are searchable online through ACTDataScout's Lonoke County portal. Search by owner name, address, or parcel number to get current assessed values, tax status, and ownership information. This is a free public tool updated from the county assessor's records.

The ARCountyData statewide portal also covers Lonoke County and is another free search option. For recorded real estate documents -- deeds, mortgages, liens -- the Lonoke County Circuit Clerk at (501) 676-2316 maintains the official records. Any transfer of ownership or lien on a Cabot property must be recorded with the circuit clerk to be enforceable against third parties.

Property Tax Billing and Collection

The Lonoke County Tax Collector handles billing and collection for Cabot properties. Bills go out by July 1 and are due October 15 per A.C.A. § 26-35-501. The combined bill covers city, county, and school district millage for your parcel's specific location in Cabot. Payment options typically include in-person at the collector's office, by mail, and online through the county payment system.

Delinquent accounts are published in a local newspaper around December 1, adding a $1.50 per tract fee. After one full year of delinquency, the county certifies the property to the Arkansas Commissioner of State Lands. The former owner then has one year to redeem by paying all outstanding taxes, penalties, and fees. If no redemption occurs, the COSL can sell the parcel at public auction or online under A.C.A. § 26-37-101.

Homestead Credit and Exemptions for Cabot Residents

Cabot homeowners apply for the Amendment 79 homestead credit at the Lonoke County Assessor's office. The credit reduces the net tax bill by up to $600 per year on a qualifying primary residence. Apply by October 15. Only owner-occupied primary residences qualify -- rental properties and investment parcels are excluded.

Residents 65 and older, and those permanently and totally disabled, can apply for the assessed value freeze. The freeze locks the taxable value of the homestead even during reappraisal. In Cabot, where residential growth has pushed property values up steadily, the freeze can provide meaningful savings for qualifying seniors. Apply at the assessor's office with proof of age or disability. Income limits are set by the Arkansas Assessment Coordination Division and apply statewide. Once approved, the freeze stays active as long as you remain at the same address and continue to meet eligibility requirements.

Assessment Appeals and Resources

To challenge a Lonoke County assessment, file an appeal with the Board of Equalization during the open period after assessment notices go out. The assessor's office at (501) 676-6904 can confirm the current deadline and what documentation the board expects. Bring recent comparable sales in Cabot that support a lower market value than what the assessor assigned.

State property tax statutes are at Arkansas Code Title 26. The Arkansas Association of Counties FAQ addresses billing and collection questions from property owners statewide. The Assessment Coordination Division publishes annual ratio studies and oversight guidance for all 75 county assessors.

Lonoke County Tax Cycle and Cabot Property Records

Lonoke County follows the two-year assessment and collection cycle used across Arkansas. In the assessment year, the Lonoke County Assessor values all real property between January 1 and July 1. The quorum court sets millage rates in November. In the collection year, the collector mails tax bills by July 1, and payment is due October 15. The lien on a Cabot property attaches on January 1 of the assessment year and stays with the parcel until the taxes are paid in full -- it follows the property through any sale.

Cabot residents who assess personal property by phone get a written certification from the Lonoke County Assessor confirming the assessment and the prior-year tax status. That certification should arrive within five working days. Keep it as proof of timely filing. New Cabot residents must assess in person or by mail for their first year in Lonoke County. After the first year, returning residents can use phone or online methods. Either way, the May 31 deadline applies -- anyone who files late pays a 10% penalty on the personal property assessment under A.C.A. § 26-26-1408.

Lonoke County reappraises real property on a 3 to 5-year cycle. New construction in Cabot is added to the assessment rolls as building permits finalize. The Amendment 79 caps protect Cabot homeowners from sharp value jumps during reappraisal -- 5% per year for homesteads, 10% for non-homestead parcels. The Assessment Coordination Division publishes the annual ratio study for Lonoke County, which documents how closely Cabot assessed values track actual market prices. Property owners who believe the county is systematically off can reference these studies when building an appeal.

Lonoke County Property Tax Records

Cabot property taxes are administered by Lonoke County. See the county page for assessor, collector, and circuit clerk contact details.

Nearby Qualifying Cities

Other central Arkansas cities with property tax record pages.