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Maryland Property Tax (2026)
Info: Assessed by the state (SDAT) at fair market value on a 3-year cycle, with any increase phased in over 3 years; state, county, and municipal tax rates then apply to the assessment.
InfoVerified Jul 12, 2026
Assessed by the state (SDAT) at fair market value on a 3-year cycle, with any increase phased in over 3 years; state, county, and municipal tax rates then apply to the assessment. The Homestead Tax Credit caps annual taxable-assessment growth at 10% (localities may set 0–10%), and an income-based Homeowners' Property Tax Credit is available. Varies by county.
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