Chestnut Hill, Dale County, Alabama Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Chestnut Hill, Alabama
Median Chestnut Hill, Alabama effective property tax rate: 0.35%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Alabama state median of 0.47%.
Median Chestnut Hill, Alabama home value: $428,070
Median annual Chestnut Hill, Alabama tax bill: $2,422, $22 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Dale calculated?
Property taxes in Chestnut Hill, Alabama are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Chestnut Hill's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Chestnut Hill, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Chestnut Hill, Dale County, Alabama Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.35%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,498
$1,390
How Does the Chestnut Hill Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Chestnut Hill property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Chestnut Hill's median effective tax rate of 0.35% — based on actual property records in Dale County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Chestnut Hill's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Chestnut Hill: rates range from 0.35% in the lowest-rate ZIP to 0.35% in the highest-rate ZIP, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Chestnut Hill.
About Chestnut Hill Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Chestnut Hill, Dale, Alabama
Chestnut Hill's median effective property tax rate of 0.35% is lower than the Alabama state median of 0.47% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Dale County base levy combined with local school district levies and special assessment districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Chestnut Hill. Homeowners in the highest ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.35%, while those in the lowest ZIP code pay 0.35%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Dale County. Understanding which part of Chestnut Hill you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Chestnut Hill homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the May 1, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Chestnut Hill, Dale County, Alabama
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Chestnut Hill's effective property tax rate to other cities in Alabama and the median property tax rates in Alabama and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Chestnut HillTax Rate
0.35%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective DaleCounty Tax Rate
0.42%
Median Effective AlabamaTax Rate
0.47%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Chestnut Hill, Dale County, Alabama
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Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Chestnut Hill, Dale County, Alabama
When examining property taxes in Chestnut Hill, Alabama, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Dale County appraisal district estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Dale County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month when notices are sent.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Chestnut Hill.
For example, the median home price in Chestnut Hill is $428,070, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. The median property tax bill is $2,422, which is close to the 25th, 75th, and 90th percentile tax bills.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Chestnut Hill, Dale County, Alabama
Source: Ownwell
$51,450
$131,775
$212,100
Median Chestnut Hill Market Value
$428,070
Median Dale County Market Value
$127,840
Median Alabama Market Value
$169,700
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Chestnut Hill, Dale County, Alabama
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
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Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Chestnut Hill, Dale County, Alabama
How Are Property Tax Bills Calculated in Chestnut Hill?
Property tax bills in Chestnut Hill are based on the assessed value of a home, which is then multiplied by the local tax rate. The assessed value is determined by the local assessor and is influenced by factors such as the property’s market value, location, size, condition, and any improvements made to the home. When the assessed value rises, the tax bill can increase as well.
In Chestnut Hill, the median home price is $428,070, and the median property tax bill is $2,422. That is slightly above the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and reflects how local assessments and tax rates shape what homeowners owe. For many homeowners, property taxes are a major part of the cost of owning a home, so even small changes in assessed value can have a noticeable impact on the annual bill.
Median Chestnut Hill Tax Bill
$2,422
Median Dale County Tax Bill
$567
Median Alabama Tax Bill
$813
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Chestnut Hill, Dale County, Alabama
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
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Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 5 |
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| Dale Tax Assessor | |
| Website | www.altags.com |