New Rochelle Property Tax Records
New Rochelle property tax records are handled by the City Assessor's office at 515 North Avenue. Daniel Whittemore serves as the assessor and sets values for all real property in the city each year. Westchester County also keeps land records and assessment data for every parcel in New Rochelle. You can search for tax bills, check your assessed value, and look into exemptions through the city and county online portals. Whether you want to see what a property is worth, review past assessments, or find out about tax sales, both the city and county give you tools to do that.
New Rochelle Overview
New Rochelle Assessor's Office
The New Rochelle Assessor's Office sits at 515 North Ave., New Rochelle, NY 10801. Daniel Whittemore is the current assessor. His office prepares the assessment roll each year and processes exemption applications. If you have questions about your assessed value, call the office or stop by during business hours.
New Rochelle follows a different calendar than most New York towns. The taxable status date is December 1, not March 1. That means exemption applications are due by December 1 each year. You can hand deliver or mail your forms to the assessor's office. The tentative assessment roll comes out on February 1. Grievance Day falls on the third Tuesday in February. The final roll is set by April 1.
The Board of Assessment Review hears grievances on Grievance Day. If you think your assessment is too high, bring proof. Comparable sales, a recent appraisal, or other market data can help your case. The board makes its ruling, and if you still disagree, you can appeal to court under RPTL Article 7.
| Office | City of New Rochelle Assessor |
|---|---|
| Assessor | Daniel Whittemore |
| Address | 515 North Ave., New Rochelle, NY 10801 |
| Taxable Status | December 1 |
| Grievance Day | Third Tuesday in February |
Search New Rochelle Property Tax Records
You can look up New Rochelle property tax records through the city's online tools. Search by owner name, address, or parcel number to find assessment data, exemption details, and tax information. The assessment rolls are posted in PDF format so you can view them any time. Current and historical data are both available.
The city posts tax rate info each year. New Rochelle's rates cover city, county, school, and library taxes. Your tax bill breaks down how much goes to each. If you want to see how the rates have changed over time, the annual assessment rolls show the full picture.
New Rochelle Property Tax Exemptions
Several exemptions can lower your New Rochelle property tax bill. The STAR program reduces school taxes for owner-occupied homes. Enhanced STAR gives a bigger cut to seniors 65 and older with qualifying income. Veterans, disabled persons, and senior citizens may also qualify for reductions under state law. All applications must reach the assessor's office by December 1.
Under RPTL Section 502, the assessor must notify you when your assessment changes. If you qualify for an exemption but did not apply in time, you will have to wait until the next cycle. The assessor's office can tell you which exemptions apply to your situation and what forms you need.
Westchester County Tax Records for New Rochelle
Westchester County maintains land records and property tax data for New Rochelle. The county clerk's office keeps deeds, mortgages, liens, judgments, and maps. You can search online by owner name, legal address, or parcel ID. GIS tax maps are also available for viewing.
The Westchester County Tax Commission at 110 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in White Plains handles countywide assessment matters. You can reach them at (914) 995-4325. The county finance office at 148 Martine Ave. in White Plains has info on delinquent taxes and tax lien sales. Certified copies of recorded documents are available for a fee through the county clerk at (914) 995-3080.
The NYS Municipal Data Portal also has New Rochelle's equalization rate, roll dates, and assessor contact details. The Office of Real Property Tax Services provides statewide oversight, and SalesWeb tracks property transfers updated weekly.
New Rochelle Tax Records Legal Framework
The Real Property Tax Law governs how property taxes work in New Rochelle. RPTL Section 300 states that all real property is subject to taxation unless it gets a specific exemption. RPTL Section 305 requires uniform tax rates within each jurisdiction. The law also sets the rules for assessment, grievance, and collection.
New Rochelle is an assessing unit under RPTL Section 102, meaning the city handles its own assessments rather than relying on the county. This gives the city direct control over how properties are valued and how the roll is maintained.
Westchester County Property Tax Records
New Rochelle is part of Westchester County. Visit the county page for more details on countywide records and resources:
Nearby Cities
These nearby cities also have property tax record pages you can check: