--- title: Understanding DeKalb County's Property Tax Calendar and Important Deadlines for 2025 description: Here is an understanding of DeKalb County, Georgia's typical property tax calendar and important deadlines for 2025. image: https://www.fair-assessments.com/hubfs/AI-Generated%20Media/Images/A%20clean%20modern%20digital%20calendar%20is%20displayed%20on%20a%20sleek%20dark%20background%20The%20calendar%20highlights%20the%20year%202025%20prominently%20at%20the%20top%20with%20colorful%20boxes%20marking%20significant%20dates%20in%20DeKalb%20County%20Georgia%20Each%20box%20contains%20text%20in%20bold%20easytoread%20font.jpeg --- [![Fair Assessments LLC logo](https://www.fair-assessments.com/hs-fs/hub/163576/file-2350210184.png?width=225&height=74&name=file-2350210184.png "Fair Assessments LLC logo")](https://www.fair-assessments.com/) # Understanding DeKalb County's Property Tax Calendar and Important Deadlines for 2025 Posted by [Daniel Jones](https://www.fair-assessments.com/blog/author/daniel-jones) on May 20, 2025 1:00:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) If you own property in DeKalb County, Georgia, it’s important to stay on top of key tax deadlines. 📬 This guide outlines the **2025 property tax calendar**, including **appeal windows**, **payment deadlines**, and **homestead exemption dates**. ⚠️ *Always verify these dates with the official [DeKalb County Tax Commissioner's Office](https://dekalbtax.org/), as timelines may shift slightly each year.* ![A clean modern digital calendar is displayed on a sleek dark background The calendar highlights the year 2025 prominently at the top with colorful boxes marking significant dates in DeKalb County Georgia Each box contains text in bold easytoread font](https://www.fair-assessments.com/hs-fs/hubfs/AI-Generated%20Media/Images/A%20clean%20modern%20digital%20calendar%20is%20displayed%20on%20a%20sleek%20dark%20background%20The%20calendar%20highlights%20the%20year%202025%20prominently%20at%20the%20top%20with%20colorful%20boxes%20marking%20significant%20dates%20in%20DeKalb%20County%20Georgia%20Each%20box%20contains%20text%20in%20bold%20easytoread%20font.jpeg?width=500&height=286&name=A%20clean%20modern%20digital%20calendar%20is%20displayed%20on%20a%20sleek%20dark%20background%20The%20calendar%20highlights%20the%20year%202025%20prominently%20at%20the%20top%20with%20colorful%20boxes%20marking%20significant%20dates%20in%20DeKalb%20County%20Georgia%20Each%20box%20contains%20text%20in%20bold%20easytoread%20font.jpeg) ## 🗓️ 2025 DeKalb County Property Tax Calendar - **📌 January 1, 2025**: Property assessment date — ownership and property condition are assessed as of this date. - **📝 January 1 – April 1, 2025**: - Deadline to file a **property tax return** if you believe the records are incorrect. - Final date to apply for **homestead exemptions** for 2025. - **📬 Late May / Early June 2025**: - DeKalb County **Assessment Notices** are mailed, showing your property’s **fair market value (FMV)** for 2025. - **⏱️ 45 Days from Notice Date**: - Deadline to **appeal your property assessment** if you disagree with the valuation. - The exact due date will be listed on your notice. - **⚖️ July 2025 (Estimated)**: - **Millage rates** are set by the DeKalb Board of Commissioners. - **💌 August 2025 (Estimated)**: - Property **tax bills** are mailed, reflecting the new millage rates and final amounts due. - **💵 September 30, 2025**: - Due date for the **first installment** or **full payment** of your 2025 property tax bill. - **💰 November 15, 2025**: - Due date for the **second installment** if you chose the two-part payment option. - **🚨 After November 15, 2025**: - **Penalties and interest** begin on unpaid taxes. --- ## 🔑 Important 2025 Tax Deadlines (Estimated) | Deadline | Description | | --- | --- | | 🏠 **April 1, 2025** | Deadline to file for a **homestead exemption** | | 📬 **May/June 2025** | **Assessment Notices** mailed | | 📅 **45 days from notice date** | **Appeal deadline** for property value | | 💵 **September 30, 2025** | First installment or full payment due | | 💰 **November 15, 2025** | Second installment due |   --- ## 💡 Key Reminders for DeKalb County Property Owners - 🖊️ **File your appeal on time** – the 45-day window is strictly enforced! - 🏡 **Apply for homestead exemptions** by **April 1** to get full benefits for the year. - 📖 **Review your notice carefully** – check your property’s fair market value and assessed value. - 💻 **Pay online** at [dekalbtax.org](https://dekalbtax.org/) or review payment options. --- ✨ By staying on top of these deadlines and using the right resources, you'll be better equipped to manage your property taxes in DeKalb County and avoid unnecessary penalties or overpayment. --- ## 📚 Resources - 🔗 [DeKalb County Tax Commissioner’s Office](https://dekalbtax.org/) - 🔗 [Property Assessment Info](https://dekalbtax.org/property-assessment) - 🔗 [Appeal Process Guide](https://www.dekalbcountyga.gov/property-appraisal/appeal-process) - 🔗 [Homestead Exemption Application ](https://dekalbtax.org/file-homestead-exemption) - 🔗 [Georgia Department of Revenue: Property Tax](https://dor.georgia.gov/local-government-services/filing-property-tax-georgia) ![property tax appeals](https://www.fair-assessments.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2019/icons/blog-sidebar-icon-165x60.png?width=165&name=blog-sidebar-icon-165x60.png "property tax appeals") ### Subscribe to our *A Fair Shake* Blog: [![How Tax Assessors Use Sales to Value Property](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/163576/e3546063-41de-49e2-8e46-03a715d129ea.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/163576/e3546063-41de-49e2-8e46-03a715d129ea) [![HOW TAX ASSESSORS USE THE COST APPROACH TO VALUE PROPERTY](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/163576/5e017dc4-73d8-4438-a603-74dbb79dada5.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/163576/5e017dc4-73d8-4438-a603-74dbb79dada5) [![New call-to-action](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/163576/8252852a-491e-4c1f-9f38-1f129a228e30.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/163576/8252852a-491e-4c1f-9f38-1f129a228e30)  [![linkedin](https://www.fair-assessments.com/hs-fs/hubfs/linkedin.png?width=30&name=linkedin.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/fair-assessments-llc/)[![facebook](https://www.fair-assessments.com/hs-fs/hubfs/facebook.png?width=30&name=facebook.png)](https://www.facebook.com/FairAssessments/)  ** Phone: (404) 618-0355** © 2026 Fair Assessments, LLC. 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