Leon County CAD 2026 Property Search & Tax Appraisal
Leon County CAD is the common search name for Leon County Appraisal District. Use it to search property records, owner details, property ID, Geo ID, appraisal values, exemptions, protest status and tax notice information.
This guide gives official links, search steps, tax office direction, protest tips, exemption help, office details, map and FAQs for 2026 property owners.
Quick answer: Leon County CAD
Leon County CAD helps users check appraisal records in Leon County, Texas.
The official CAD search page includes Basic Search, By Owner, By Property, All Criteria and Advanced Search options. For tax bill and payment questions, use Leon County Tax Assessor-Collector or official tax notice resources.
Leon County CAD guide navigation
Leon County CAD screenshot guide
This image helps users recognise the Leon County CAD topic.
Use it as a visual guide only. Always check live values, owner records, protest status and tax notices on official Leon CAD resources.
How to search Leon County CAD property records
The official Leon CAD page gives several search routes. Start simple, then use advanced fields if the result list is too broad.
What Leon County CAD record fields mean
CAD records are appraisal records. They are useful for value review and protest preparation, but they are not the same as deed records.
| Field | Meaning | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Property ID | Main appraisal record reference | Use it when calling CAD, checking value or preparing protest evidence. |
| Geo ID | Location-based identifier | Helpful when owner or street search returns many results. |
| Owner name | Owner shown in appraisal records | Use County Clerk records for legal deed proof. |
| Property type | Real Estate, Personal Property or Mineral Property | Pick the correct type when searching advanced records. |
| Protest status | Status related to protest/ARB activity | Review if you already filed or expect an ARB process. |
| Taxing units | Entities linked to your property | Leon County may include county, ISD, city and ESD units. |
Official Leon County CAD tools
Use official tools before trusting copied data from third-party pages.
- Basic Search
- By Owner
- By Property
- All Criteria
- Property ID
- Geo ID
- Legal description
- Protest status
- Tax notices
- Collecting unit check
- Tax Assessor-Collector contact
- Payment verification
Leon County CAD exemptions
Check exemptions early. A missing exemption can affect taxable value and protest planning.
Leon County CAD protest guide
A protest should focus on value, unequal appraisal, exemption denial or wrong property details.
Do not protest only because the tax bill is high. Tax bills also depend on tax rates and taxing units.
Evidence that helps in a Leon County CAD protest
Good evidence is clear, dated and directly related to your property.
- Recent comparable sales
- Dated property photos
- Repair estimates
- Closing statement
- Independent appraisal
- Wrong square footage
- Wrong acreage
- Wrong property type
- Wrong improvement data
- Wrong exemption status
- Acreage correction proof
- Ag-use documents
- Map or survey support
- Mineral account documents
- Comparable rural sales
Leon County CAD vs Tax Office vs County Clerk
Use the right office. This avoids wrong payment routing and wrong record use.
| Need | Correct place | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Property value | Leon County CAD | Use official property search or call CAD. |
| Exemption | Leon County CAD | Use official forms and confirm eligibility. |
| Protest / ARB | Leon CAD / ARB process | Follow the notice and file before deadline. |
| Property tax bill or payment | Leon County Tax Assessor-Collector / official tax notices | Verify collecting unit, amount and receipt before paying. |
| Deed or recorded document | County Clerk / official records | Use official county records for legal ownership proof. |
Local Leon County CAD tips
Leon County includes Centerville, Buffalo, Normangee, Oakwood, Jewett, Marquez, rural land, mineral property, farm/ranch tracts and ESD taxing units.
Compare your property with similar property in the same local market area. A mineral account, ranch tract, city lot and mobile home should not be compared casually.
- Compare by city or nearby area
- Check home age and condition
- Review school district and city units
- Use same market area
- Check acreage and improvements
- Confirm ESD and school district overlap
- Verify acreage
- Check ag-use status
- Review mineral property type
- Use map/survey evidence
Common Leon County CAD mistakes
Avoid these mistakes before searching, protesting or paying.
| Mistake | Why it matters | Better action |
|---|---|---|
| Using CAD as deed proof | CAD records are appraisal records, not deed records. | Use County Clerk records for deed proof. |
| Searching with too much text | Search may return no result. | Use owner last name, street name, property ID or Geo ID. |
| Ignoring property type | The search includes Mineral, Personal and Real Estate property types. | Choose the correct property type or search broadly first. |
| No protest evidence | ARB needs proof, not only opinion. | Prepare comps, photos, estimates and correction documents. |
| Using unofficial payment links | Tax payments are sensitive. | Use official Leon County tax resources only. |
Documents to keep ready
Keep these details ready before calling, filing or checking tax notices.
Related Texas CAD guides
These guides help you compare property search, protest and tax-office routing in Texas counties.
- Compare CAD search steps
- Understand protest evidence
- Check tax-collection routing
- Each county is different
- Deadlines can change
- Official links matter most
Leon County CAD contact details
| Office | Official detail | Use this for |
|---|---|---|
| Leon County Appraisal District | 141 W. Saint Marys St., Centerville, TX 75833 · 903-536-2252 | Values, exemptions, online protest, property search and appraisal questions. |
| Leon County Tax Assessor-Collector | Victoria Willis · 155 N. Cass St., Centerville, TX 75833 · 903-536-2543 | Property tax bill, collecting unit and payment questions. |
| Leon County official site | County departments and public services | County records, offices and local government resources. |
Leon County CAD office map
Use this map for directions to Leon County Appraisal District in Centerville.
Call before visiting for deadline-sensitive questions, exemption documents, protest filing, account research or payment-routing confusion.
Official Leon County CAD resources
Use these official links before searching, filing, paying or visiting.
Leon County CAD FAQs
What is Leon County CAD?
Leon County CAD is the common search name for Leon County Appraisal District. It handles property appraisal records, exemptions and protest matters.
What is the Leon County CAD phone number?
The Leon County Appraisal District phone number is 903-536-2252.
Where is Leon County Appraisal District located?
Leon CAD is located at 141 W. Saint Marys St., Centerville, TX 75833.
Who is the Leon County CAD Chief Appraiser?
The Texas Comptroller county directory lists Marcus Williams as Chief Appraiser.
How do I search Leon County CAD records?
Use Basic Search, By Owner, By Property, All Criteria or Advanced Search on the official Leon CAD website.
Can I search by property ID or Geo ID?
Yes. The official search includes fields for Property ID and Geo ID.
Where do I pay Leon County property taxes?
Texas Comptroller lists Leon County as the collecting unit. Use official Leon County tax resources before paying.
Can I protest my Leon County CAD value?
Yes. Review your notice, collect evidence and file before the official deadline shown in your notice or CAD instructions.
What proof helps in a protest?
Recent comparable sales, property photos, repair estimates, closing statements, independent appraisals and proof of record errors can help.
Are CAD records legal deed records?
No. CAD records are appraisal records. Use County Clerk or official county records for deeds and legal ownership proof.
Last editorial check: June 2026. Official details, deadlines, forms and procedures can change. Confirm directly with Leon CAD or the correct official office before filing, paying or visiting.