Young Central Appraisal District (Young CAD) appraises all real estate and business personal property in Young County, Texas—including Graham and surrounding areas.
They set fair market values that local taxing units (county, schools, cities) use to calculate your property taxes.
These records help you verify your property’s appraised value, apply for exemptions to lower taxes, protest if overvalued, check ownership details, or research any parcel.
This guide uses current official tools in 2026. Follow the steps for free, direct access—no paid services needed.
Official Young Central Appraisal District Website
The official site is https://youngcad.org/. It provides property search, tax information, online forms, payment options, calendar, and contact details.
The homepage features quick links: Property Search, Pay Property Tax, Online Forms, Calendar, and tax rate info.
Micro step-by-step:
- Visit https://youngcad.org/.
- Click “PROPERTY SEARCH” (direct: https://esearch.youngcad.org/).
- Select tab: Owner, Address, ID, or Advanced.
- Enter details (e.g., owner LASTNAME FIRSTNAME, address, or account ID) and search.
- Click a result.
- View full record: owner name/address, property ID, legal description, appraised/market values, exemptions, improvements, value history, and tax status/pay button.
Young County CAD Property Search
Main tool: https://esearch.youngcad.org/ (improved for better experience, shows tax paid/owed status).
Search by Owner Name
- Go to https://esearch.youngcad.org/.
- Click “Owner” tab.
- Enter last name first (e.g., Smith John).
- Search.
- Select match.
- See owner details, mailing address, properties, values, exemptions, and tax pay status.
Search by Property Address
- Select “Address” tab.
- Enter number + street (e.g., 123 Main St Graham).
- Search and pick result.
- Check site address, legal, appraisal info.
Search by ID / Account Number
- Choose “ID” tab.
- Enter full account/property ID (from bill/notice).
- Search—record opens directly.
Advanced tab for filters like property type.
Young County Property Tax Records
CAD sets values/exemptions/history. Young CAD also serves as Assessor-Collector for tax collection and payments.
On CAD:
- Search at https://esearch.youngcad.org/.
- Open property.
- Check value history for prior years’ appraisals/market values.
- View tax status (paid/owed) and pay button for current/prior years.
For tax bills, amounts due, payment history: Use the same esearch portal—expand property to see prior years, click Pay Taxes.
Homestead Exemption
Reduces taxable value on primary residence (often $100,000+ school taxes; extras for over-65/disabled/veterans). Qualifies if own/occupy as main home on Jan 1.
Steps:
- Download Form 50-114 from https://youngcad.org/forms or Texas Comptroller site.
- Fill details.
- Attach Texas driver’s license/ID copy matching address.
- Submit to CAD: mail to PO Box 337, Graham, TX 76450-0337, or in-person at 505 5th Street, Graham, TX 76450.
- Deadline: April 30 (late with good cause often accepted).
- Check status in online record after approval.
Property Tax Protest
Protest high values. Deadline: May 15 or 30 days after notice (later).
Steps:
- Receive Notice of Appraised Value (spring).
- Download protest form from https://youngcad.org/forms or file online.
- Submit with evidence (comps, photos, repairs).
- Attend informal review, then ARB hearing.
- ARB decides—reductions common.
Pay Property Taxes Online
CAD handles both appraisal and collection.
Steps:
- Search property at https://esearch.youngcad.org/.
- Expand property if needed (click to see prior years).
- Click “Pay Taxes” button next to owed amounts.
- Select year, add to cart, pay by card/e-check (fees may apply).
- For prior years, expand to view and pay individually.
- Or contact office for assistance.
Young County Property Records and Deeds
Young County Clerk (deeds, liens, records)
Website: https://www.co.young.tx.us/ (clerk section).
Address: 417 Second Street, Suite 113, Graham, TX 76450 (verify). Phone: County directory. Hours: Business hours. Records: Deeds, ownership transfers.
Young County Tax Assessor-Collector
Handled by Young CAD (same office).
Address: 505 5th Street / PO Box 337, Graham, TX 76450
Phone: 940-549-2392 Hours: Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–5:00 PM Records: Tax bills, payments.
GIS Parcel Map System Check CAD site for interactive map link or use third-party like TaxNetUSA https://www.taxnetusa.com/texas/young for parcel views.
Young County CAD Property Search Direct: https://esearch.youngcad.org/ — Owner/Address/ID/Advanced.
Young County Appraisal District Property Search Same: https://esearch.youngcad.org/.
Young County Property Tax Search Integrated in CAD esearch—shows paid/owed status.
Young County CAD Property Records Full details at esearch portal.
Young County Property Tax Lookup CAD esearch for values/bills/pay.
Young County Property Owner Search “Owner” tab—LASTNAME FIRSTNAME.
Young County Parcel Map Search CAD-linked or third-party tools.
Common Problems When Searching Property Records
- No results: Spelling variation, recent sale lag—try ID/partial.
- Address issues: Rural—simplify or use ID.
- Values preliminary: Check certification.
- Exemption missing: Processing delay—call CAD.
- Tax status: Allow time for payments to update.
Contact Information
Young Central Appraisal District
Physical Address: 505 5th Street, Graham, TX 76450 Mailing
Address: PO Box 337, Graham, TX 76450-0337 Phone: 940-549-2392 Fax: 940-549-7271
Email: youngcad@youngcad.org
Hours: Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–5:00 PM Chief Appraiser: Jesse D. Blackmon Website: https://youngcad.org/
Contact for values, forms, exemptions, protests, searches, or tax payments.
FAQ
What is Young County CAD? Appraises property at market value for taxation in Young County, Texas—also handles tax collection.
How do I search property records in Young County? Go to https://esearch.youngcad.org/. Select Owner/Address/ID tab, enter info, click for values/exemptions/tax status.
How do I protest property tax appraisal? File online or form from site by deadline. Submit evidence, attend ARB hearing.
How do I apply for homestead exemption? File Form 50-114 with ID copy to CAD by April 30.
How do I find property owner information? Search LASTNAME FIRSTNAME on CAD esearch.
Where can I view parcel maps? Check CAD site for interactive map or TaxNetUSA https://www.taxnetusa.com/texas/young.
How do I pay property taxes online? Search at https://esearch.youngcad.org/, click Pay Taxes (current/prior years), proceed.
Can I see value history? Yes—in property record on CAD esearch site.
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