01Kent County Appraisal District Property Search
KCAD property search is your first step when checking property value, ownership details, exemption status, or tax jurisdiction records for any property in Kent County. The official portal at kentcad.org is completely free — no account, no fee, instant results on desktop or mobile.
Go to kentcad.org — the official KCAD website
Visit kentcad.org directly. Avoid any third-party sites that charge fees to look up public property records — KCAD’s search is always free.
Click Property Search
Select the Property Search option from the main menu or go directly to the search page.
Enter your details — any of these work
Type your property address, owner name (last name first), or parcel ID / account number. Partial entries work.
Buyer tip: Use owner name search to see ALL properties owned by one person or company in Kent County — invaluable before purchasing.Click Search → Select your property from results
Matching properties appear. Click your parcel to see the full 2026 record with all details below.
Review your complete property record
Your record shows: 2026 market value, taxable value after exemptions, owner details, property type, improvements and land breakdown, exemptions currently on file, tax jurisdiction breakdown, and full value history.
Pro tip: Always verify property data before buying or selling. Check that owner details, square footage, and year built match what you’ve been told.Save or print your record as PDF
Press Ctrl+P (Windows) or Cmd+P (Mac) → Save as PDF. Save the full property detail page and value history tab. You will need these for any protest filing or exemption application.
Map Search — check lot boundaries and compare neighbors
KCAD provides parcel map tools to visually browse all properties in Kent County. Use this to check land boundaries, verify lot size, and pull comparables from surrounding properties.
02KCAD Contact Info, Address & Office Hours
| Item | Verified Details |
|---|---|
| Physical Address | 155 S Main St, Jayton, TX 79528 |
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 68, Jayton, TX 79528 |
| Main Phone | 806-237-3066 |
| Office Hours | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Official Website | kentcad.org |
| Property Search | kentcad.org/Home/Search |
When to call KCAD — and what to have ready
Call 806-237-3066 for value questions, exemption status, or protest help. Have your parcel ID or address ready. Best time: early morning for shorter waits.
03Kent County Appraisal District Homestead Exemption 2026
The homestead exemption is the single biggest tax reduction available to Kent County homeowners — and it is completely free to apply. Once approved, it stays permanently as long as you own and live in the home. Never pay a third-party agent to file this for you.
Removes $140,000 from your school district taxable value on your primary residence. Kent County and local taxing units also offer optional percentage exemptions. Largest available tax reduction — apply first.
How to apply: Download Form 50-114 from kentcad.org or comptroller.texas.gov. Submit online, by mail to P.O. Box 68 Jayton TX 79528, or in person. Attach copy of Texas DL/ID showing property address. Deadline: April 30, 2026.Additional exemption amount plus a school district tax ceiling — once you turn 65, school district taxes cannot increase above that year’s level while you own the home.
When to apply: Apply the year you turn 65. Use Form 50-114 at kentcad.org.Download Form 50-114 from kentcad.org
Go to kentcad.org and download the Residence Homestead Exemption Application (Form 50-114). Or download directly from the Texas Comptroller.
Fill out the form neatly and completely
Enter your property details and the type of exemption.
Attach a clear copy of your Texas Driver’s License or State ID
Must show the property address.
Submit — online, by mail, or in person
Submit to KCAD at P.O. Box 68, Jayton TX 79528 or in person. Deadline: April 30, 2026. Late filing accepted up to 2 years after delinquency.
04How to Protest Your KCAD Property Tax Value — 2026
If your 2026 appraised value is higher than what your Jayton property would actually sell for on the open market, you have a legal right to protest — completely free.
Check your 2026 appraised value at kentcad.org
Search your property and note your market value and taxable value after exemptions.
Pull 3–5 comparable sales from KCAD’s own database
Use the property search to find similar properties in Kent County that sold recently below your value.
File your protest online or by mail
File at kentcad.org or mail Notice of Protest. Select both “Value is over market value” and “Value is unequal compared to similar properties.”
Attend informal review — bring printed evidence
KCAD schedules an informal review. Bring comparable sales, photos of damage, and repair estimates. Argue market value only.
Request ARB hearing if needed
If the informal review doesn’t resolve your case, request a formal Appraisal Review Board (ARB) hearing.
05KCAD vs. Kent County Tax Office — Key Differences
KCAD does NOT collect your property taxes — this confusion costs homeowners time
KCAD only sets values and handles exemptions and protests. Property taxes are paid to the Kent County Tax Assessor-Collector.
062026 Kent County Property Tax Calendar — Key Deadlines
| Event | Date | What Happens If You Miss It |
|---|---|---|
| KCAD Valuation Date | January 1, 2026 | Value is set — changes after this date don’t affect 2026 taxes |
| Appraisal Notices Mailed | By April 15, 2026 | Your 30-day protest clock starts from mailing date |
| Homestead / Exemption Deadline | April 30, 2026 | Late filing accepted up to 2 years after delinquency date |
| Protest Filing Deadline | May 15, 2026 Urgent or 30 days after notice — whichever is later |
2026 value certified — protest impossible for current year |
07Common Mistakes Kent County Property Owners Make
Not applying for homestead exemption
Skipping the free homestead exemption costs homeowners hundreds per year in unnecessary school taxes.
Missing the May 15 protest deadline
Once May 15 passes (or 30 days after notice), your 2026 value is certified. No extension for the current year.
08Your 2026 Action Checklist — Kent County Homeowners
09Official KCAD Resources & Quick Links — 2026
| Resource | What It’s For | Link |
|---|---|---|
| KCAD Official Website | Main hub — search, forms, protest | kentcad.org |
| Property Search | Free search by owner, address, parcel | Search Portal |
| Homestead Exemption Form 50-114 | Official Texas Comptroller PDF form | Download PDF |