Access Cleburne County Property Tax Records

Cleburne County property tax records are kept by the Revenue Commissioner in Heflin. This scenic northeast Alabama county sits along the Georgia border and includes part of the Talladega National Forest.

Cleburne County Revenue Commissioner

Joyce R. Fuller serves as Revenue Commissioner for Cleburne County. Her office handles all property tax assessments, collections, and exemptions. Staff help with property searches, payments, and questions about values. The office also manages vehicle tags and business personal property.

The Revenue Commissioner office is in the Cleburne County Courthouse in Heflin. The county uses Capture CAMA software for property records, which provides online access. Staff are familiar with mountain and forest property assessments common in this area. Cleburne County has low property taxes and scenic land that draws buyers from Atlanta and Birmingham.

How to Search Cleburne County Property Tax Records

You can search property tax records in Cleburne County online or in person. The online portal is free and available anytime. For certified copies or complex questions, visit the office.

The Capture CAMA portal at cleburne.capturecama.com lets you search by owner name, address, or parcel number. Results show assessed values, tax amounts, and property details. Maps show parcel locations and boundaries. You can view building info, lot sizes, and tax history.

To search Cleburne County property records:

• Go to cleburne.capturecama.com
• Enter owner name, address, or parcel ID
• Click Search
• Select a property for details

For in-person help, visit the Revenue Commissioner at the courthouse in Heflin. Staff can look up any property and print records. They know the local market well and can answer questions about mountain and forest property in Cleburne County.

Cleburne County Property Tax Rates

Property tax rates in Cleburne County are low. The state charges 6.5 mills. Cleburne County adds its own rate. Cities like Heflin add municipal millage. School taxes also apply but remain modest.

Alabama uses three assessment classes. Homes are Class III at 10% of market value. Commercial is Class II at 20%. Utilities are Class I at 30%. A cabin worth $150,000 has an assessed value of $15,000. Taxes are based on that figure in Cleburne County.

Typical millage components:

• State: 6.5 mills
• County general: varies
• County schools: varies
• City: if inside city limits

Cleburne County property taxes are affordable. The median bill for a home is a few hundred dollars per year. Under Code of Alabama Section 40-8-1, property is valued at market rate, but the class system keeps taxes manageable.

Property Assessment in Cleburne County

The Revenue Commissioner values all real property in Cleburne County. The lien date is October 1. Your value on that date sets the next year's tax. Changes affect following years.

Alabama requires a four-year reappraisal cycle. Each year, about 25% of Cleburne County parcels get reviewed. Appraisers check sales and may visit properties. Mountain and lakefront property may get extra attention due to their unique values. The county sends notices when assessments change.

How assessment works:

• Appraisers set fair market value
• Multiply by class rate (10%, 20%, or 30%)
• Result is assessed value
• Apply millage for tax amount

Starting in 2025, Alabama caps annual increases at 7% for existing property. This protects owners from big jumps. Cleburne County has seen interest from out-of-state buyers, so the cap helps longtime residents.

Paying Property Taxes in Cleburne County

Property taxes in Cleburne County are due October 1 and become delinquent after December 31. Interest starts at 1% per month after that. The county mails bills in fall. Check online if yours does not arrive.

Cleburne County offers several payment methods. Online payment through Capture CAMA accepts cards and e-checks. In-person payments work at the courthouse. Mail a check with your tax stub if you prefer.

Payment options:

• Online at cleburne.capturecama.com
• In person at the courthouse
• By mail with check
• Drop box at courthouse

Many property owners in Cleburne County live out of state. Online payment makes it easy to pay from anywhere. If you miss the deadline, interest adds up. Contact the Revenue Commissioner if you need help.

Property Tax Exemptions in Cleburne County

Cleburne County offers exemptions to reduce tax bills. The homestead exemption is most common. It lowers county taxes on your primary residence. You must own and live there. Apply before December 31.

Seniors 65 and over get extra relief under Code of Alabama Section 40-9-19. Disabled persons and veterans with 100% disability also qualify. Vacation homes do not qualify for homestead exemption.

Available exemptions:

• Homestead: for owner-occupied primary residence
• Senior (65+): additional relief
• Disability: for total disability
• Veteran: for 100% service-connected disability
• Current use: for farm and timber land

Current use valuation helps landowners with timber or farms. Land is taxed on productive value, not sale potential. This saves money on forest tracts in Cleburne County.

Appealing Your Property Assessment in Cleburne County

If your value seems wrong, you can appeal. Start with the Revenue Commissioner. Most issues get resolved quickly. If not, file with the Board of Equalization.

Under Code of Alabama Section 40-3-24, you have appeal rights. Gather evidence: comparable sales, an appraisal, or photos. Mountain property can be hard to compare, so find similar sales.

Appeal steps:

• Review your assessment notice
• Gather evidence
• Contact Revenue Commissioner first
• File written appeal if needed
• Attend Board of Equalization hearing

The board meets in spring. They can adjust values. Most appeals with good evidence succeed in Cleburne County.

Related Property Records in Cleburne County

The Revenue Commissioner handles tax records. The Probate Court has deeds, mortgages, and liens. For ownership history, go there. Both are in the courthouse.

Cleburne County has GIS mapping. The maps show parcels, boundaries, and terrain. This helps with understanding mountain property.

Other property offices:

• Probate Court: deeds, mortgages, ownership
• GIS: parcel maps, terrain
• Building Department: permits
• Planning: zoning

Part of Talladega National Forest is in Cleburne County. If buying near forest land, check boundaries and access. Cheaha State Park, the highest point in Alabama, is here too.

Cities in Cleburne County

Cleburne County has several small towns. All property taxes go through the county Revenue Commissioner.

Communities include Heflin (county seat), Ranburne, Fruithurst, and Edwardsville. Heflin has about 3,500 residents. None have populations over 100,000, so all property tax matters go through the Cleburne County office.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Cleburne County. Each has its own tax office.