Conway County Property Tax Records

Conway County property tax records are managed by the assessor and collector offices in Morrilton, Arkansas. These records document all taxable real estate and personal property in the county and are available to the public for review. Residents can use them to verify assessed values, confirm that taxes have been paid, or track ownership history for a parcel. The county also holds historical tax records that date back to the 1800s, which can help with property research and genealogy work.

Conway County Assessor Office

The Conway County Assessor is located in Morrilton and can be reached at (501) 354-9591. The assessor's primary job is to find all taxable property in the county, list each parcel or item, and set a value for tax purposes. This process applies to both real property like land and buildings and personal property like vehicles, boats, and business equipment.

All real property in Conway County must be assessed between January 1 and July 1 each year under A.C.A. § 26-26-1101. Personal property assessments are accepted from January 1 through May 31 as required by A.C.A. § 26-26-1408. Failing to assess within those windows means the county adds a 10% late penalty to the amount owed. The valuation date for all property statewide is January 1, and the assessment reflects the property's condition and ownership as of that date, per A.C.A. § 26-26-1201.

Conway County is notable for holding historical tax records that stretch back to 1868, with records running through 1894. These old books and lists document who owned land in the county during the Reconstruction era and the decades that followed. Researchers interested in early Conway County property or family history may find these records valuable. Contact the assessor's office directly to ask about access to historical tax records.

The Arkansas Assessment Coordination Division oversees how all county assessors conduct appraisals and sets the rules for reappraisal cycles. Conway County reappraises property on a three to five year schedule. Between cycles, values change only when there is new construction, a sale, or a change in how the property is used.

Online Property Tax Search for Conway County

The easiest way to access Conway County property tax records without visiting the courthouse is through ActDataScout. This tool is used across most of Arkansas and pulls data from county assessor files.

The ActDataScout Conway County portal lets you search by owner name, parcel number, or property address. Results include assessed values, ownership details, legal descriptions, and parcel maps. The system is free to use and is updated regularly. You can also try ARCountyData.com as a secondary source for Conway County property information.

The ActDataScout search interface makes it simple to pull current Conway County assessment data without making a trip to Morrilton.

Note: Search results display the assessed value, which is 20% of the full market value, not the sale price or appraised value.

How Property Is Valued in Conway County

Arkansas uses a single statewide assessment rate. All property is valued at 20% of its market value, regardless of type or location. So a home worth $180,000 in Morrilton would have an assessed value of $36,000 for tax purposes. The local millage rate, set by the county and various taxing districts, is then applied to that assessed value to produce the tax bill.

Amendment 79 to the Arkansas Constitution protects homeowners from sharp year-to-year increases in assessed value. The cap is 5% per year for homestead property and 10% per year for all other property. These limits apply regardless of what happens in the broader real estate market. If the assessor would otherwise set a higher value based on a reappraisal, the cap prevents the full increase from taking effect all at once. The cap resets to current market value whenever property is sold. New owners in Conway County should expect the assessed value to reflect the actual purchase price starting the year after the sale closes.

New buildings or substantial improvements trigger a reassessment in the year they are completed. Owners who add on to their home or put up a new barn should expect the assessor to pick that up in the next assessment cycle. It's a good idea to contact the assessor at (501) 354-9591 if you have questions about how an improvement will affect your tax bill.

Tax Payment Deadlines and the Collector

Conway County tax bills are sent out around July 1 each year. Taxes are due by October 15, as set in A.C.A. § 26-35-501. The collector's office at (501) 354-9621 handles all billing, collections, and payment processing.

Taxes that go unpaid after October 15 begin accruing penalties and interest. In December, the county publishes a list of delinquent taxpayers, which includes the property address and owner name. Arkansas ties property tax compliance to vehicle registration, so an unpaid tax bill can prevent you from renewing your car or truck tags. Most residents pay before the deadline to avoid this issue.

Property that stays delinquent for more than one year can be certified to the Commissioner of State Lands under A.C.A. § 26-37-101. The COSL website lets you search for Conway County properties that have been certified and may be available for purchase through the state's tax sale process. Property owners who receive a notice from the Commissioner should pay quickly to stop the process.

For more detail on how the collector's office works statewide, the Arkansas Association of Counties FAQ covers common questions about billing, penalties, and the delinquency process.

Homestead Credit and Senior Freeze in Conway County

Conway County homeowners can reduce their property tax bill through the Amendment 79 homestead credit. This credit is worth up to $600 per year and applies to your primary residence only. You need to apply at the assessor's office and the deadline is October 15 each year.

Residents who are 65 or older or who are disabled may qualify for the senior assessment freeze. The freeze locks the assessed value of a qualifying homestead at the level it was when the owner first applied. Even if the market goes up or a reappraisal would push values higher, the frozen value does not change as long as the owner continues to qualify. This can lead to meaningful tax savings over time, especially for people on fixed incomes. Call the Conway County Assessor at (501) 354-9591 to learn more about the credit, the freeze, and what documents are required to apply.

Recording Documents at the Circuit Clerk's Office

The Conway County Circuit Clerk's office records deeds, liens, mortgages, and other instruments that affect property titles. The clerk can be reached at (501) 354-9621. Recording a document creates a public record and gives legal notice of the interest being claimed in the property.

Arkansas requires all recorded documents to be on 8.5 by 11 inch paper with a 2.5 inch margin at the top of the first page and 0.5 inch margins on the other sides. The recording fee is $15 for the first page and $5 for each additional page. After a deed or transfer document is recorded, the assessor's office updates the ownership records and sends future tax bills to the new owner. Documents that don't meet the formatting rules may be rejected or subject to a higher fee. Anyone buying or selling property in Conway County should confirm that the deed is recorded promptly after closing.

Nearby Counties

Conway County is bordered by several central Arkansas counties, each with its own assessor and property tax records.