Runnels County Appraisal District CAD

Runnels Central Appraisal District (Runnels CAD) sets the market value for all real property and business personal property in Runnels County, Texas.

This rural West Texas county includes Ballinger (county seat), Winters, and large agricultural and ranch lands.

The values from Runnels CAD determine property taxes paid to Runnels County, Ballinger ISD, Winters ISD, other school districts, cities, and local entities.

This guide gives current official links and exact steps for 2026. Use online where possible; call the office for personalized help.

Official Runnels County Appraisal District Website

The official site is https://runnelscad.org/

This portal covers appraisals for Runnels County. Use it for property search (redirects to third-party vendor), online map viewing, forms downloads, exemption/protest info, email notifications, and contact.

Micro step-by-step to start

1. Open https://runnelscad.org/ in your browser.
2. Click “PROPERTY SEARCH” on homepage.
3. It redirects to third-party search (https://azurefrontdoor-gwbqhvc2fyhaghgfz01.azurefd.net/webindex.aspx?dbkey=RUNNELSCAD or similar—follow prompt).
4. Enter owner name (last first), address, property ID, or other details.
5. Search and click result for full record.

You will see owner name, addresses, legal description, improvements, land details, market value, appraised value, exemptions. Values update annually.

Runnels County CAD Property Search

Search redirects from main site to vendor tool.

Search by owner name

1. In search fields, enter last name first (partial often works).
2. Search.
3. Select property from results.

Search by property address

1. Enter street number and name (e.g., “201 S Broadway Ballinger”).
2. Search—simplify rural addresses if needed.

Search by property ID/account number

1. Enter exact number.
2. Search.

Results show summary; click for full details like acreage, year built, values, and breakdowns.

Runnels County Property Tax Records

Runnels CAD sets values and shows appraisal data. The Runnels County Tax Assessor-Collector handles billing, payments, and history.

CAD records provide: • Market value • Taxable value after exemptions • Land vs. improvement breakdown • Property class

For tax amounts, bills, due dates, history:

1. Contact Tax Office at 325-365-2339 or visit 201 S. Broadway Street, Ballinger (behind courthouse).
2. Or check if linked from runnelscad.org or county site.
3. Request statement by phone, in person, or mail.

Print bills at office—no full online portal noted for public tax search.

Homestead Exemption

Reduces taxable value on primary residence (typically $100,000+ for school taxes), saving yearly.

Who qualifies Own and occupy as primary home on January 1. Attach Texas driver’s license/ID with address.

How to apply

1. Go to https://runnelscad.org/forms.
2. Download Residence Homestead Exemption Application (Form 50-114).
3. Complete form.
4. Attach ID copy.
5. Mail, email, fax, deliver in person, or use lock box at CAD office.

File by April 30 (early January). Approved exemptions remain until change. Other exemptions (over-65, disabled) on forms page.

Property Tax Protest

Protest if value too high. Provide evidence like comps or photos.

Deadline 30 days after Notice or May (check site for current, e.g., May 30 in past years).

Step-by-step

1. Go to https://runnelscad.org/.
2. Download Notice of Protest (Form 50-132) from /forms.
3. Complete, attach evidence.
4. Submit by mail, email, fax, in person, or lock box.
5. View hearings at protests.runnelscad.org if available.
6. Attend ARB hearing.

Call for informal discussion first.

Pay Property Taxes Online

Due January 31 (penalties after).

Options Limited online noted—contact Tax Office.

1. Call 325-365-2339 or visit 201 S. Broadway, Ballinger.
2. Pay in person, mail check, or ask about any online/credit card options.

Many rural counties require in-person/mail; confirm current methods by phone.

Runnels County Property Records and Deeds

Runnels County Clerk (deeds, liens)

Website: https://www.runnelscounty.org/ (limited; in-person searches).

Address: Courthouse, Ballinger, TX.

Phone: Contact main county 325-365-2633 (ask for clerk).

Runnels County Tax Assessor-Collector

Website: https://www.runnelscounty.org/page/runnels.County.Assessor.Collector

Address: 201 S. Broadway, Ballinger, TX 76821 (behind courthouse); also Winters office.

Phone: 325-365-2339

Tax Assessor-Collector: Susan Hallford

GIS / Parcel Map Online map at runnelscad.org (click “ONLINE MAP”). Or view ArcGIS at arcgis.com for tax parcels.

Runnels County CAD Property Search

Redirect from runnelscad.org/property to vendor tool as above.

Runnels County Appraisal District Property Search

Official at runnelscad.org leading to search.

Runnels County Property Tax Search

Contact Tax Office 325-365-2339 for bills/history.

Runnels County CAD Property Records

Include owner, addresses, legal desc, improvements, values, exemptions. Access via search or request.

Runnels County Property Tax Lookup

Call Tax Office or visit for current taxes, rates, payments.

Runnels County Property Owner Search

Use owner name (last first) in CAD search or ask office.

Runnels County Parcel Map Search

Click “ONLINE MAP” on runnelscad.org or use ArcGIS link for parcels.

Common Problems When Searching Property Records

Property not found Solution: Try partial name/address, account, or call CAD.

Limited online search Solution: Vendor redirect may vary; phone office for help.

Owner outdated Solution: Wait 60–90 days post-sale; request correction.

No online tax payment Solution: Common in rural counties—pay in person/mail.

Address issues Solution: Rural formats vary; use owner/ID.

Contact Information

Runnels Central Appraisal District

Address: 505 Hutchins Ave, Ballinger, TX 76821

Mailing: P.O. Box 524, Ballinger, TX 76821

Phone: (325) 365-3583

Fax: (325) 365-3583 (or check site)

Email: support@runnelscad.org (general); agriculture@runnelscad.org (ag)

Hours: Monday–Friday (call to confirm)

Contact for values, forms, protests, search help.

Runnels County Tax Assessor-Collector (payments/bills) Susan Hallford

Address: 201 S. Broadway,

Ballinger, TX 76821

Phone: 325-365-2339

Fax: 325-365-5884

FAQ

What is Runnels County CAD?

Runnels Central Appraisal District appraises property in Runnels County for fair taxation. It sets values; tax office collects.

How do I search property records in Runnels County?

Go to https://runnelscad.org/, click PROPERTY SEARCH (redirects to vendor tool), enter owner, address, or ID.

How do I protest my property tax appraisal?

Download Form 50-132 from runnelscad.org/forms, add evidence, submit by deadline (mail/email/in-person).

How do I apply for homestead exemption?

Download Form 50-114 from site, attach ID, submit to CAD (lock box available).

How do I find property owner information?

Search owner name (last first) on CAD site or contact office.

Can I see tax history and payment records?

Contact Tax Office 325-365-2339 or visit in Ballinger.

How do I get a copy of my deed?

Contact Runnels County Clerk at courthouse.

What if my property is missing?

Try variations or call 325-365-3583. Rural/new properties may lag.

How do I pay property taxes online?

Limited; call Tax Office 325-365-2339 for options (often in-person/mail).

Do I need to reapply for homestead every year?

No—stays until ownership or use changes.

Conclusion

Runnels County keeps it simple with https://runnelscad.org/ for searches, maps, forms, and notifications. Use the property search redirect, download forms for homestead/protests, and contact the Ballinger offices directly for taxes or help.