miami dade property taxes public records guide for smarter searches

What these records include

Public files in Miami-Dade show assessed and taxable values, prior bills, payment status, and exemption details for each folio. You’ll typically find parcel maps, ownership history, and millage breakdowns sourced from the Property Appraiser, Tax Collector, and Clerk.

How to get started

Before you search, have the folio number or a precise address. Compare the market value to assessed value, verify Homestead or other exemptions, and read TRIM notices to anticipate changes. If a bill is delinquent, look for certificate sale or installment plan notes.

• Gather the folio, owner name variants, and subdivision.
• Check the appraiser record for square footage, year built, and land use.
• Review taxable value versus caps such as Save Our Homes.
• Confirm Tax Collector amounts, discounts, and due dates.
• Scan the Clerk docket for liens or quiet title actions.

Expect redactions for protected addresses and occasional name discrepancies. If numbers seem off, compare prior-year values and millage rates; small shifts can move taxes noticeably.