Service
Real Property Tax
The borough assesses a real property tax based on property values. There is an assessment & appeals period in February of the year. Taxes are billed July 1st and due either in full on the first installment date, or split into the two installments listed below.
| Due Date | Installment |
|---|---|
| August 15, 2025 | First Installment |
| February 17, 2026 | Second Installment |
Curious about how taxes work, and where the money goes? We have summarized how Borough finances work in our annual Popular Annual Financial Report.
Pay online (Card)
Pay Online
Navigate to our online payment portal
Pay Online (ACH)
Note:
You may pay property tax online by echeck. There is a $1 transaction fee.
Gather your account information
eCheck Account & Routing Number - you MUST enter your full account number or your payment may be rejected and subject to NSF fees.
Note: If property is in foreclosure status, payment cannot be made online. Only certified funds or cash can be accepted on foreclosure properties.
Pay online
Navigate to our online Personal Property Taxpayment portal
Pay in Person
Go to the DSJ Building
Go to the Main Borough Building located at 350 E. Dahlia Ave. in Palmer.
Speak to the front desk in the main lobby
Once you get here, enter through the main entrance into the main lobby and speak to the front desk. Let them know why you're here and they will help you from there.
Pay by Mail (Check Only)
Gather all required information
Make sure to include all relevant contact information, account information, along with the form etc
Send the Check
Address the check to
Matanuska-Susitna Borough Finance,
350 E Dahlia Avenue, Palmer, AK 99645
Pay via Drop Box (Check Only)
Go to one of our drop box locations.
There are two locations:
Station 6-1 101 W Swanson, Wasilla, AK, 99654
Station 6-5 680 N. Seward-Meridian Parkway, Wasilla, AK, 99654
Leave the check in the drop box
Once you reach the location you can drop your check in the secure drop box.