Treasurer's Office

Teller County Courthouse and downtown Cripple Creek 1941

The Treasurer's Office is responsible for the collection and distribution of property tax.

NOTICE TO A PROPERTY OWNER OF A PROPERTY FOR WHICH THE OPTION FOR TREASURE'S DEED HAS BEEN SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION: 
If the option for a Treasurer's Deed for your property is sold at a public auction for more than the total owed to the lawful holder of a tax lien on your property and to all other lien holders, please contact the Treasurer's office after the auction because you may have funds due to you.

Important Notice to Tax Lien Investors Regarding House Bill 24-1056 (PDF)

New Property Tax Tools Now Available!

We’ve added two new tools from AutoAgent to make property tax management easier:

  • EscrowCheck – A secure lookup tool for mortgage companies to verify tax amounts.

Use the widgets on the right side bar to get started.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. When are tax statements mailed?
  2. Can I view my tax statement on line?
  3. I didn't receive my statement. Does that qualify me for an extension?
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  1. When are taxes due?
  2. What if the due date falls on a weekend or holiday?
  3. How do I get a receipt?
  4. Does my mortgage company pay my taxes?
  5. Will you accept a personal check?
  6. Will you accept a post-dated check?
  7. How do I make out the check?
  8. Do I have to pay in person?
  9. Are there additional fees for paying online?
  10. I just paid online and the Treasurer's Detail does not show the payment. What do I do?
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  1. What are the penalties for late payment?
  2. What is this "Under 50 Penalty?"
  3. If I do not pay my tax bill, does it affect my credit rating?
  4. What are the fees for a bad check?
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  1. My taxes went up!! Why?
  2. How do I get the Senior or Disabled Veteran Homestead Exemption?
  3. How long does it take to get the Senior or Disabled Veteran Homestead Exemption?
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  1. How do I find a list of all delinquent accounts?
  2. Does the county hold any tax liens that are available for purchase?
  3. When is your tax lien sale?
  4. I own a tax lien. Do I own the property? May I visit the property?
  5. I own a tax lien. Can I call the property owner to encourage him/her to pay?
  6. I own a tax lien. When can I apply for a treasurer's deed?
  7. Can I satisfy a lien with a credit card or debit card or personal check?
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