Appraiser

Legal Notice

Pursuant to K.S.A. 1996 Supp. 79-1460a

Results of the market study analysis in Russell County for assessment year 2023.

A study of the residential (R) property real estate market indicated that there is a general upward trend.

A study of the commercial (C) property real estate market indicated that there is a general to strong upward trend.

A study of the vacant (V) lots real estate market indicated that there is a general upward trend especially in the improved county land.

Values on specific properties may not follow the general trend because of changes in the property, correction of descriptive information or adjustment of values based on sales of similar properties.

In accordance with the provisions in K.S.A. 79-1476, the Division of Property Valuation is required to annually furnish each county the results of its study relating to changes, if any, of the use value of agricultural land. Changes can and do occur as a result of several factors including cropping practices, commodity prices, and production costs.

If you have questions or concerns regarding the valuation of your property, please contact the Appraiser’s Office at (785) 483 -5551.

Duties of the County Appraiser

The County Appraiser is an appointed position with the responsibility to discover, list, appraise and maintain records of data relating to all taxable and exempt real and personal property within Russell County.

The County Appraiser is responsible for the discovery, listing, and uniform and equitable appraisal of all taxable and exempt real and personal property in compliance with the constitution and statutes of the State of Kansas for tax purposes.

The Appraiser's Office physically inspects approximately 17% of the real property located in Russell County, Kansas each year.

Appraisal Process

Real property and personal property is appraised as of January 1st each year. Market value (what a willing buyer and willing seller would agree to) is the basis of value for most real property except agricultural land.

Agricultural land is appraised on the basis of its productivity and a formula determined by the Kansas Constitution, statutes, and state guidelines.

Most personal property (except business machinery and equipment, recreational vehicles, etc.) is also appraised at market value.

The Russell County Appraiser's Office is mandated by K.S.A. 79 - 1476 to re-inspect all real property in Russell County every six years. The purpose of this inspection is to verify that our data is current and represents the property accurately.