Willacy County Property Records, Appraisals and Tax Help
Search a Raymondville home, Lyford property, San Perlita lot, Port Mansfield account, agricultural tract, mineral interest, mobile home, utility or business-personal-property record.
This guide explains how to use Willacy CAD’s Owner, Address, ID and Advanced searches, interpret preliminary 2026 values, apply for exemptions, file a protest, check tax balances, research agricultural use and route deed questions to the County Clerk.
Start With the Willacy County Service You Need
Appraised values, tax balances, exemption applications and recorded deeds involve separate offices. Choose the action matching your question before entering property or payment information.
Search a property account
Find owner information, situs address, property ID, legal description, values, exemptions, land and improvement data.
File an appraisal protest
Use the district’s electronic protest system or submit the official Notice of Protest through an accepted delivery method.
Open online protest →Apply for an exemption
Download homestead, veteran, agricultural, wildlife, rendition and other official applications.
View Willacy CAD forms →Check or pay property taxes
Use the County Tax Assessor-Collector’s approved payment service for tax balances and online payment.
Open official Tax Office page →Verify a deed or lien
Contact or visit the Willacy County Clerk for deeds, releases, liens, plats and other recorded real-property documents.
Open County Clerk page →Request existing CAD records
Use the district’s Texas Public Information Act request form for identifiable records that are not already online.
Open records request →How to Search Willacy CAD Property Records
The official search provides Owner, Address, ID and Advanced tabs. Start with one simple field and add information only when the first search produces too many matches.
Raymondville, Lyford or San Perlita address
Start with the street name or street number plus base name. Compare the city, subdivision, owner and property ID before selecting a result.
Lasara, Sebastian or rural land
Owner, property ID, abstract, survey, legal description or advanced criteria may work better than a postal address.
Port Mansfield property
Confirm whether the account includes land, improvements, a mobile home, business property or a separate utility-district jurisdiction.
Mineral, wind or utility account
Verify the property category and owner carefully. These accounts may not use a conventional residential address and can be separate from the surface parcel.
How to Read a Willacy County Appraisal Record
| Record field | What it means | What to verify |
|---|---|---|
| Property ID | The appraisal district’s unique identifier for the account. | Use it when calling, filing a form, submitting evidence or matching the tax record. |
| Owner name | The ownership name currently carried by the appraisal district. | A recently recorded deed, probate transfer or business-name change may not yet appear. |
| Mailing address | The address used for appraisal notices and correspondence. | It can differ from the property’s physical address and should be updated promptly. |
| Situs address | The physical location assigned to the property. | Rural, mineral, utility and vacant-land accounts may not display a normal street address. |
| Legal description | An abbreviated lot, block, subdivision, survey, abstract or tract description. | Compare it with the recorded deed, plat and survey before legal use. |
| Property category | Identifies residential, agricultural, commercial, mineral, utility, mobile-home or personal-property use. | Make sure you are not comparing two different account categories. |
| Market value | The district’s opinion of market value as of the applicable January 1 appraisal date. | The official search currently labels 2026 values preliminary and subject to change. |
| Appraised value | The value after applicable appraisal limitations or special-use treatment. | It can differ from market value because of a homestead cap or agricultural appraisal. |
| Taxable value | The value remaining for a taxing unit after its applicable exemptions. | Different entities can display different taxable values. |
| Land details | Acreage, land class, use, productivity or other appraisal information. | Check acreage, irrigation, crop or pasture class and special-appraisal status. |
| Improvements | Houses, commercial buildings and other physical improvements. | Review square footage, age, class, quality, condition and improvement count. |
| Exemptions | Approved homestead, age-65, disability, veteran or other exemptions. | A missing code can mean no application, pending review, missing documents or denial. |
| Taxing units | The county, city, school and special districts associated with the property. | Only units listed on the account should be used when estimating tax. |
What Preliminary 2026 Willacy CAD Values Mean
Preliminary values can change through staff review, exemption processing, owner corrections, informal appraisal discussions and Appraisal Review Board activity before the appraisal roll is certified.
Use the preliminary record to
- Check ownership and mailing information.
- Verify acreage and improvement characteristics.
- Confirm exemptions and special appraisal.
- Prepare protest or correction evidence.
- Compare the current value with prior years.
Do not use it to
- Calculate a guaranteed final tax bill.
- Prove legal ownership.
- Establish a surveyed boundary.
- Assume a pending exemption was denied.
- Quote a final certified value without rechecking.
What Willacy CAD’s Latest Annual Report Shows
Willacy CAD’s 2025 annual report states that the district maintained approximately 19,883 parcels and served 18 taxing units. The chart below shows several of the largest account categories by parcel count.
Willacy CAD vs Tax Office vs County Clerk
| Your question | Correct office | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| What is my preliminary appraised value? | Willacy County Appraisal District | WCAD discovers, lists and appraises real and business personal property. |
| Why is the acreage or building information wrong? | Willacy County Appraisal District | The CAD maintains appraisal characteristics used in valuation. |
| Was my homestead exemption approved? | Willacy County Appraisal District | The chief appraiser reviews exemption applications. |
| Does my land qualify for agricultural appraisal? | Willacy County Appraisal District | WCAD reviews agricultural-use history, land class and qualification. |
| How do I protest my value? | WCAD / Appraisal Review Board | Protests are filed through the appraisal district for ARB review. |
| How much property tax do I owe? | Willacy County Tax Assessor-Collector | The Tax Office maintains balances and collects for participating entities. |
| Where is my payment receipt? | Willacy County Tax Assessor-Collector | Payment processing is a tax-collection function. |
| Who legally owns the property? | Willacy County Clerk records | The County Clerk records deeds and other real-property instruments. |
| Where can I obtain a deed copy or recorded plat? | Willacy County Clerk | Contact the Clerk with the owner, instrument, volume/page or legal-description information. |
How to Check and Pay Willacy County Property Taxes
Willacy CAD does not collect tax. Use the Willacy County Tax Assessor-Collector’s official page and linked Go2Gov payment service.
Raymondville, TX 78580
Phone: (956) 689-3621
Fax: (956) 689-3910
8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Closed during the noon hour
Willacy County Homestead and Exemption Forms
Willacy CAD states that homestead applications must include the applicant’s driver’s-license copy or other information required by the Texas Property Tax Code. An affidavit may also be required in some situations.
| Task | Official form | Prepare before filing |
|---|---|---|
| Residence homestead exemption | Form 50-114 | Property ID, ownership interest, acquisition date, occupancy date and required identification. |
| Disabled-veteran exemption | Form 50-135 | VA documentation, disability rating and surviving-spouse evidence when applicable. |
| 1-d-1 open-space agricultural appraisal | Form 50-129 | Acreage, use history, crop or livestock activity, operator details and supporting evidence. |
| Business-personal-property rendition | Form 50-144 | Inventory, machinery, equipment, furniture, computers, vehicles and leased assets. |
| Property-owner protest | Form 50-132 | Property ID, tax year, protest ground, requested result and supporting evidence. |
| Disaster-damage temporary exemption | Form 50-312 | Damage date, photographs, repair estimates, insurance or inspection evidence and disaster designation. |
| Electronic communications | WCAD request page | Owner, property and email information requested by the district. |
Homestead checklist
- You own an interest in the property.
- You occupy it as your principal residence.
- You do not claim another residence homestead.
- The ownership and application names match or are explained.
- You attach the required identification.
- You save a complete copy and delivery proof.
After filing
- Allow time for application review.
- Respond promptly to document requests.
- Check the account later for an exemption code.
- Review each entity’s taxable value.
- Keep the approval or denial notice.
- Use the stated protest route if denied.
Willacy County Agricultural Appraisal Guidance
Willacy CAD’s annual report describes multiple appraisal classes for row-crop land, pasture and citrus. Qualification depends on the land’s actual use and history—not simply its rural location or acreage.
Row-crop land
WCAD reports five row-crop categories reflecting different expected production levels. Document the acreage, crop, irrigation and production history.
Pasture land
The district reports pasture categories ranging from irrigated planted pasture to minimal-use pasture. Stocking and management evidence can matter.
Citrus operations
WCAD reports citrus categories ranging from newly planted trees to full production. Tree age, production and orchard condition should be documented.
| Evidence | Examples | Why it helps |
|---|---|---|
| Use history | Prior applications, leases, dated photos and production records. | Supports the required history of agricultural use. |
| Crop activity | Seed, fertilizer, harvest, gin, equipment and irrigation records. | Shows the nature and intensity of the row-crop operation. |
| Livestock activity | Herd records, veterinary records, feed purchases and grazing leases. | Supports pasture use and management intensity. |
| Citrus production | Tree counts, planting dates, irrigation, harvest and disease-treatment records. | Supports the orchard’s class and productive stage. |
| Wildlife management | Management plan, annual report, census, habitat work and water development. | Connects qualifying agricultural land with approved wildlife practices. |
How to Protest a Willacy County Appraisal
The usual deadline for most Texas protests is May 15 or 30 days after the Notice of Appraised Value is delivered, whichever applicable date is later. A late notice, denied exemption or qualifying statutory correction can create a different deadline.
Useful evidence
- Sales close to the January 1 appraisal date.
- Comparable properties of the same category and market.
- Dated photographs of damage or condition.
- Inspection reports and contractor estimates.
- Survey or deed evidence supporting acreage corrections.
- Production and use evidence for agricultural accounts.
- Comparable CAD records supporting unequal appraisal.
Weak evidence by itself
- A mortgage balance.
- The amount the tax bill increased.
- An undated automated estimate.
- A property from a different account category.
- A nearby tract with different irrigation or access.
- Repairs made after January 1 without earlier-condition proof.
- A requested value with no calculation.
Willacy County Appraisal and Tax Dates to Watch
How to Check Willacy County Tax Rates Correctly
Willacy CAD’s tax-rate page currently lists rate tables through 2024, while the Willacy County Tax Office page provides 2025 calculation worksheets for numerous taxing units. For 2026, use the live Truth-in-Taxation database during August and September.
CAD rate archive
Use the district’s tax-rate page for historical adopted-rate tables. Do not present an older rate as the current 2026 rate.
Open tax-rate archive →Tax Office worksheets
The county page includes 2025 calculation worksheets for Raymondville, special districts and other participating taxing units.
Open county worksheets →2026 proposed and adopted rates
Use the local property-tax database linked through the district’s Truth-in-Taxation page.
Open Truth in Taxation →| Taxing-unit category | Willacy County examples | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| County entities | Willacy County and Road & Bridge | Applicable rate, age-65 relief and taxable value. |
| Cities | Raymondville, Lyford and San Perlita | Confirm whether the property is inside the city’s taxing boundary. |
| School districts | Raymondville, Lyford, Lasara, San Perlita and South Texas ISD | School homestead, age-65, disability and tax-ceiling information. |
| Special districts | Hospital, emergency service, navigation, drainage and groundwater districts | Only include a special district when it appears on the actual property account. |
| Port Mansfield area | Port Mansfield Utility and Navigation District | Verify the jurisdiction combination for the specific property. |
Basic tax-estimate formula
Taxable value ÷ 100 × adopted tax rate = estimated tax for that taxing unit.
Repeat the calculation for every unit listed on the account. Use that unit’s taxable value because exemptions can produce different taxable values for the county, city, school and special districts.
Where to Request Willacy County Property Documents
| Document or information | Correct source | What to provide |
|---|---|---|
| Current appraisal account | Willacy CAD property search | Owner, address or property ID. |
| Existing CAD records not online | WCAD open-records request | Property ID, appraisal years and a detailed description of the existing records. |
| Deed, lien, release or assignment | Willacy County Clerk | Grantor, grantee, instrument number, volume/page or legal description. |
| Tax statement or receipt | Willacy County Tax Office | Tax account number, owner, property and tax year. |
| ARB evidence packet | Willacy CAD protest process | Property ID, protest account and hearing information. |
What to Verify Before and After a Willacy County Sale
Before buying
- Match the CAD account to the deed description.
- Review acreage and land classification.
- Check improvements and property category.
- Review current and delinquent taxes.
- Identify mineral or mobile-home accounts.
- Do not assume the seller’s exemptions transfer.
After closing
- Confirm the deed was recorded.
- Allow processing time for the CAD update.
- Update the mailing address.
- Apply for homestead when eligible.
- Review notices sent to the prior owner.
- Recheck the preliminary 2026 record.
Inherited or family property
- Review probate and deed records.
- Identify each ownership interest.
- Ask about heir-property homestead rules.
- Check every tract and mineral account.
- Update mailing information.
- Use qualified legal help for title issues.
Fix Common Willacy CAD Search and Filing Problems
| Problem | Likely reason | Best next step |
|---|---|---|
| No owner-name result | Different spelling, estate, trust, company or prior owner. | Search only the first or last name, then try the property address. |
| No address result | Rural format, abbreviated road, incomplete situs address or account without a conventional address. | Use only the street name, then property ID, owner or Advanced Search. |
| 2026 value changes | The current value remains preliminary and subject to review. | Save the date viewed and recheck before using the value for a final decision. |
| New owner is missing | The deed may be recorded but not yet processed by WCAD. | Verify recording with the County Clerk and give WCAD the instrument information. |
| Homestead is not shown | No application, pending review, missing identification, denial or wrong account. | Contact WCAD with the property ID, application date and delivery proof. |
| Agricultural appraisal is missing | Application, history, intensity or supporting documents were incomplete. | Ask WCAD which requirement or evidence is missing and check the appeal deadline. |
| Online protest will not load | Browser issue, portal interruption or account-access problem. | Save a screenshot and use another accepted filing route before the deadline. |
| Tax account differs from CAD ID | The appraisal and collection systems can use different identifiers. | Match the owner, property description, legal information and both account numbers. |
| Payment is not posted | Processor delay, rejected transaction or payment applied to another account. | Keep the receipt and contact the Willacy County Tax Office. |
| Acreage or boundary appears wrong | Database abbreviation, parcel split, deed discrepancy, survey issue or mapping lag. | Compare the CAD record, deed, plat and survey before requesting correction. |
Willacy CAD, Tax Office and County Clerk Details
Willacy County Appraisal District
688 FM 3168Raymondville, TX 78580
Phone: (956) 689-5979
Fax: (956) 689-0585
Email: info@willacycad.org
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Lunch closure: 12:00–1:00 p.m.
Chief Appraiser: Agustin Lopez
Willacy County Tax Office
192 N. 3rd Street, Room 202Raymondville, TX 78580
Phone: (956) 689-3621
Fax: (956) 689-3910
Hours: 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 1:00–4:30 p.m.
Tax Assessor-Collector: Melissa “Missy” Muniz
Willacy County Clerk
576 W. Main Avenue, Room 153Raymondville, TX 78580
Phone: (956) 689-2710
Fax: (956) 689-9849
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 1:00–5:00 p.m.
County Clerk: Susana R. Garza
Complete Your Willacy County Property Task
For property research
- Search using one reliable field.
- Confirm the property ID and account type.
- Check the selected tax year.
- Remember that 2026 values are preliminary.
- Review land, improvements and exemptions.
- Check every taxing unit.
- Save a dated copy of the account.
For filing or payment
- Use the correct office and portal.
- Check the property-specific deadline.
- Use a current official form.
- Attach readable supporting evidence.
- Confirm the property or tax-account number.
- Save filing or payment confirmation.
- Follow up using the confirmation details.
Willacy County CAD Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the Willacy CAD property search free?
2. How can I search for a Willacy County property?
3. Are the displayed 2026 values final?
4. Does Willacy CAD collect property-tax payments?
5. What is the usual appraisal-protest deadline?
6. Can I file a Willacy County appraisal protest online?
7. What must accompany a homestead application?
8. Can Willacy County farmland receive agricultural appraisal?
9. Where can I verify a deed or legal owner?
10. Why can two nearby Willacy County properties have different values?
Estimate Taxes, Exemptions, Escrow, Protest Savings and Next Steps
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Property Tax Estimate Calculator
Estimate annual tax using property value, assessment ratio, exemptions and local tax rate.
Homestead and Exemption Savings
Estimate how much a homestead, senior, disabled, veteran or local exemption may reduce annual tax.
Monthly Escrow / Ownership Cost
Estimate monthly property tax, insurance, HOA and reserve cushion. Useful for buyers and homeowners comparing affordability.
Property Tax Protest Savings
Estimate possible savings if your appraised value is reduced after a protest, evidence review or correction.
Appraised Value Growth / Cap Impact
Estimate how a value increase or appraisal cap may affect taxable value. Rules vary by state, county and exemption status.
Home Buyer Monthly Budget Estimate
Estimate a more realistic monthly ownership cost by adding mortgage, property tax, insurance and HOA.
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