Deschutes County property taxes for 2026-27 posted, statements mailed by October 25th
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Deschutes County property taxes for the 2026-2027 fiscal year have been posted. Statements will be mailed to property owners by October 25th, 2026.
The initial payment for the upcoming property tax period is due on November 16th, 2026.
Property taxes across Oregon cover a fiscal year running from July 1st through June 30th.
Property owners who choose to pay their total bill in full by November 16th, 2026 receive a 3% discount.
Paying two-thirds of the tax balance by November 16th, 2026 qualifies for a 2% discount, while a three-installment plan is available without a discount.
When sending payments through the mail, the Deschutes County Tax Collector relies on official postmarks from the U.S. Postal Service or private express carriers such as UPS and FedEx to confirm timely delivery.
Property owners can make payments in person at the Deschutes County Tax Office, located at 1300 NW Wall Street, Suite 203, in Bend.
In-person options include cash, check, cashier's check, money order, or major credit and debit cards. A drive-through drop box is available 24 hours a day at the front of the Wall Street building in Bend.
Additional property tax drop boxes are located behind Redmond City Hall and in front of the Deschutes County South County Services Building in La Pine, operating during scheduled payment periods.
Digital payments processed online or over the phone are managed through third-party provider Point and Pay.
Visa and Mastercard debit cards incur a flat transaction fee of $3.95, while other debit cards and standard credit cards carry a 2.5% convenience fee with a $2 minimum.
Electronic checks carry a $2 fee for amounts up to $500,000 and a $20 fee for larger payments. Online bank bill payments are credited on the exact date funds arrive rather than when scheduled.
For property owners utilizing the installment plan, the remaining payment deadlines are February 15th, 2027 and May 17th, 2027.
Interest on unpaid property tax balances will begin accruing on December 16th, 2026.
