Find Orem Property Tax Records
Orem property tax records are kept and managed by Utah County, which handles assessment, billing, and collection for all parcels within the city. Orem sits north of Provo as part of the Provo-Orem metro area and is home to Utah Valley University, a large retail corridor, and a growing presence in the Silicon Slopes tech economy. Because the city does not run its own property tax office, residents must go through Utah County offices for all property tax needs. This guide explains how to find records, understand your assessment, claim exemptions, and file an appeal.
Orem Quick Facts
Utah County Assessor and Orem Property Records
The Utah County Assessor values every parcel in Orem at 100% of fair market value as of January 1 each year. This follows Utah Code Title 59, Chapter 2. The assessor looks at recent sales, property characteristics, and land factors to determine each value. Orem has a mix of single-family homes, student housing near UVU, commercial strips along State Street, and office space in the tech corridor. Each property type is valued using the method best suited to it.
The assessor's online search system, called PUMA, is accessible at utahcounty.gov/Assessor. You can look up any Orem property by address, parcel number, or owner name. The result shows the full property record including assessed value by land and improvement, exemption status, taxable value, and ownership history. Most searches return results quickly and do not require a login.
The official Orem city website at orem.org offers access to city services, permit history, and development information relevant to property owners.
Orem's city portal connects to permit records and zoning data that the Utah County Assessor uses when updating the assessment roll for properties within city limits.
Searching Orem Property Tax Records Online
The Utah County Land Records portal at utahcounty.gov/landrecords gives you multiple ways to search for Orem property data. You can search by address, owner name, parcel number, or legal description. The portal returns the current assessment, prior year values, ownership details, and links to recorded documents. It is a useful one-stop tool when you want to research a property in Orem without visiting an office.
The Utah County GIS map at is.utahcounty.gov/gis/maps gives a visual view of Orem parcels. Click any lot on the map to see ownership, assessed value, and legal description. This is especially useful when you are not sure of a parcel number and just want to click on a map to find the data you need. The GIS viewer also shows zoning layers, which helps when researching how a parcel is classified.
The Utah County GIS portal provides map-based access to Orem property boundaries, assessed values, and ownership details linked directly to the county's assessment database.
Note: The land records portal and GIS viewer pull data from the same county database. If you see a discrepancy, the PUMA assessor system is the authoritative source.
Orem Building Permits and County Assessment
The Orem Building Division at orem.org/building issues permits for construction, additions, renovations, and demolition within Orem. These permits are shared with the Utah County Assessor, who reviews them to determine whether the assessed value needs to be updated. Any improvement that increases the living area or adds a significant structure will likely raise the assessed value once the permit is closed and the assessor updates their records.
The Orem Building Department's online portal shows permit history for any property address in the city, which is useful for buyers who want to verify that improvements were done with proper permits before purchase.
Orem's commercial corridor along State Street and the tech office parks near the city's northern boundary see regular renovation and new construction. Commercial improvements are assessed at full value with no primary residence exemption. If you own commercial property in Orem and make a major improvement, plan for a corresponding increase in assessed value the following year.
Unpermitted work is sometimes discovered during the assessor's regular property review cycle. When found, the assessor adds it to the assessed value regardless of whether a permit was pulled. Buyers of Orem properties should check both the city's permit records and the county's assessment data to see if the improvement inventory matches what is on the ground.
Orem Property Tax Exemptions
Utah law provides a 45% primary residence exemption for owner-occupants. Orem homeowners who live in their property as their main home pay tax on only 55% of the assessed value. This is set by Utah Code Title 59, Chapter 2. The exemption should be applied automatically when the assessor classifies the property as a primary residence. If you moved into a home in Orem and the exemption is not reflected, contact the Utah County Assessor to verify and correct the classification.
The 45% exemption does not apply to rental properties. Orem has a significant student rental market near UVU. Those properties are taxed on the full assessed value. If you own a duplex and live in one unit while renting the other, you may be eligible for a partial exemption on the owner-occupied portion. The assessor can explain how that works for your specific property.
Low-income elderly and disabled homeowners in Orem can apply for the state Circuit Breaker program through the Utah State Tax Commission. This program provides a partial refund of property taxes paid based on income. Apply by the annual deadline at tax.utah.gov/contact/property-tax. Missing the deadline means waiting another year to apply.
Paying Orem Property Taxes
The Utah County Treasurer collects all property taxes for Orem parcels. Tax notices are sent in the fall. The full balance is due by November 30. Pay online at utahcounty.gov/Treasurer, by mail, or in person at the county office in Provo. Online payments accept e-check and credit card. The treasurer's portal shows your current balance, prior payments, and whether any delinquent amounts exist on your parcel.
If your Orem mortgage includes an escrow account, your lender pays property taxes on your behalf. Still, check the treasurer's site once a year to confirm payment was made. Escrow errors are rare but they do happen, and the tax obligation stays with the property owner. A delinquency notice sent to an old mailing address might go unnoticed until interest has already piled up.
Delinquent taxes in Utah County accrue interest under state statute. After enough time passes without payment, the county can move toward a tax lien sale. If you are behind on Orem property taxes, reach out to the treasurer's office as early as possible to discuss options before the situation escalates.
Appealing Your Orem Property Assessment
If you think your Orem property is overvalued, you can appeal to the Utah County Board of Equalization. The deadline to file is printed on your assessment notice. File before that date. The board reviews evidence from both you and the assessor and issues a decision. The process is open to any property owner in Orem, and most residential appeals are handled without legal representation.
Good appeal evidence includes recent comparable sales. Look for Orem homes similar to yours that sold for less than your assessed value in the months before January 1. The assessor is required to value property at 100% of market value. If actual sales show a lower number, you have a strong case. You can find sales data through the Utah County Recorder, real estate websites, or a local appraiser. A formal appraisal from a licensed appraiser carries the most weight at the hearing.
If the county board does not give you the reduction you believe is fair, the appeal can go to the Utah State Tax Commission at tax.utah.gov/contact/property-tax. The commission at 210 N 1950 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84134 handles second-level appeals. Phone is 801-297-2200. The commission's process is more structured but remains accessible to Orem property owners without attorneys in most cases.
Note: A successful appeal lowers your assessed value for the current year only. Each year starts fresh with a new assessment.
Utah County Recorder and Orem Property Documents
The Utah County Recorder at 51 S University Ave, Suite 211, Provo, UT 84601 keeps all recorded property documents for Orem. The office is reachable at (801) 851-8179. You can search recorded deeds, mortgages, liens, plat maps, and easements at utahcounty.gov/Recorder by grantor, grantee, document type, or parcel number. Most documents are viewable online at no cost. Certified copies are available for a per-page fee at the counter.
Recorder documents play an important role in property tax accuracy. When you buy a home in Orem, the deed recorded at the recorder's office tells the assessor who owns the property and where to send the tax bill. If ownership changes and the deed is not recorded, the previous owner will keep receiving notices and the new owner may miss them. Always record your deed promptly after closing on an Orem property.
Utah County Property Tax Records
Utah County manages all property tax functions for Orem, including assessment, recording, and collection. The assessor and recorder offices are both located in Provo, just south of Orem, making in-person access easy for city residents.
Nearby Cities
These nearby Utah County cities share the same county offices for property tax records and assessment.