Zavala County Appraisal District (Zavala CAD) appraises all real estate and business personal property in Zavala County, Texas—including Crystal City and surrounding areas.
They determine fair market values that local taxing units (county, city, schools) use to calculate your property taxes.
These records help you check your property’s appraised value, apply for exemptions to lower taxes, protest if overvalued, verify ownership, or research any parcel.
This guide uses official free tools in 2026. Follow the steps for quick, accurate info—no paid services required.
Official Zavala County Appraisal District Website
Official site: https://zavalacad.com/.
It includes property search, forms, payment info, employment, and news.
The homepage features a prominent “PROPERTY SEARCH” button, plus links to pay taxes online, forms, GIS maps, and online appeals.
Micro step-by-step:
- Visit https://zavalacad.com/.
- Click “PROPERTY SEARCH” (direct: https://esearch.zavalacad.com/).
- Select tab: Owner, Address, ID, or Advanced.
- Enter search (e.g., owner LASTNAME FIRSTNAME, address, or ID) and submit.
- Click a result.
- View full record: owner name/address, property ID, legal description, appraised/market values, exemptions, improvements, value history.
Zavala County CAD Property Search
Main tool: https://esearch.zavalacad.com/.
Search by Owner Name
- Go to https://esearch.zavalacad.com/.
- Click “Owner” tab.
- Enter last name first (e.g., Garcia Jose).
- Search.
- Select match.
- See owner details, mailing address, properties, values, exemptions.
Search by Property Address
- Select “Address” tab.
- Enter number + street (e.g., 123 Main St Crystal City).
- Search and pick result.
- Check site address, legal, appraisal info.
Search by ID / Account Number
- Choose “ID” tab.
- Enter full property ID/account number (from bill/notice).
- Search—record opens directly.
Advanced tab for filters like acreage or type.
Zavala County Property Tax Records
CAD sets values/exemptions/history. Zavala County Tax Assessor-Collector collects taxes, issues bills, tracks payments.
On CAD:
- Search at https://esearch.zavalacad.com/.
- Open property.
- Check value history for past appraisals/market values.
For tax bills, amounts due, payments: Use CAD site’s pay taxes link or contact tax office at (830) 374-2351.
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://zavalacad.com/forms or Texas Comptroller.
- Fill details.
- Attach Texas driver’s license/ID copy matching address.
- Submit to CAD: mail to 323 W. Zavala St., Crystal City, TX 78839-3240, or in-person.
- 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://zavalacad.com/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 appraises; Tax Assessor-Collector collects.
Steps (from CAD site):
- Search property at https://esearch.zavalacad.com/.
- Click green “Pay Taxes” button on record.
- Select year, add to cart.
- Pay by credit/debit (2.4% fee applies).
- Or phone pay: 1-866-539-2020 with Bureau Code #2144960.
- In-person/mail: Tax Assessor-Collector at 200 E. Uvalde St. Suite 1, Crystal City, TX 78839 (phone 830-374-2351).
Zavala County Property Records and Deeds
Zavala County Clerk (deeds, liens, records)
Website: https://www.co.zavala.tx.us/ (clerk section).
Address: Courthouse, Crystal City, TX 78839.
Phone: County directory. Hours: Business hours. Records: Deeds, ownership transfers.
Zavala County Tax Assessor-Collector
Website: https://www.co.zavala.tx.us/page/County%20Tax%20AssessorCollector
Address: 200 E. Uvalde St. Suite 1, Crystal City, TX 78839
Phone: 830-374-2351
Fax: 830-374-5775
Email: taxoffice@zavalacounty.org
Hours: Typical county business. Records: Tax bills, payments.
GIS Parcel Map System
Check CAD site for GIS maps or use third-party like TaxNetUSA for parcel views.
Zavala County CAD Property Search
Direct: https://esearch.zavalacad.com/ — Owner/Address/ID/Advanced.
Zavala County Appraisal District Property Search Same: https://esearch.zavalacad.com/.
Zavala County Property Tax Search Via CAD pay link or contact tax office.
Zavala County CAD Property Records Full details at esearch portal.
Zavala County Property Tax Lookup CAD values + tax office for bills/pay.
Zavala County Property Owner Search “Owner” tab—LASTNAME FIRSTNAME.
Zavala County Parcel Map Search CAD-linked GIS 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 updates/certification.
- Exemption missing: Processing delay—call CAD.
- Payment fee: 2.4% for cards—confirm on payment page.
Contact Information
Zavala County Appraisal District
Physical/Mailing Address: 323 W. Zavala St., Crystal City, TX 78839-3240
Phone: 830-374-3475
Fax: 830-374-3076
Email: zavalacad@zavalacad.com
Hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Chief Appraiser: Yolanda Lavenant Website: https://zavalacad.com/
Contact for values, forms, exemptions, protests, searches. For taxes/payments, call Tax Assessor-Collector at 830-374-2351.
FAQ
What is Zavala County CAD? Appraises property at market value for taxation in Zavala County, Texas—not collects taxes.
How do I search property records in Zavala County? Go to https://esearch.zavalacad.com/. Select Owner/Address/ID tab, enter info, click for values/exemptions.
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 GIS maps or third-party tools.
How do I pay property taxes online? Search at esearch.zavalacad.com/, click Pay Taxes (2.4% fee); phone 1-866-539-2020 (code 2144960); or call tax office 830-374-2351.
Can I see value history? Yes—in property record on CAD esearch site.
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