Real Estate, Arlington Taxes

Arlington Real Estate Taxes: When Are They Due, and What Happens When You Buy or Sell?

Arlington real estate taxes are billed twice a year. Learn the due dates and what to expect when you buy or sell a home.

When are real estate taxes due in Arlington, Virginia?

Arlington County bills real estate taxes in two equal payments each year, due June 15 and October 5. If a due date falls on a weekend, it moves to the next business day.

Taxes are part of the real cost of owning a home. Here is how it works in Arlington.

The Mike Webb Team (Mike and Claudia Webb, RE/MAX Allegiance) helps homeowners in Arlington, Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC get their homes ready to sell and sold. We also help buyers find the right home.

What are the due dates?

According to Arlington County, real estate taxes are billed in two equal installments:

• First installment: June 15

• Second installment: October 5

If the date falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday, the payment is due the next business day.

Arlington real estate taxes are billed in two equal installments each year.

What happens when I buy or sell?

When a home sells, taxes are usually shared between the buyer and the seller based on the closing date. Your settlement statement shows the amounts. If you pay your taxes through your mortgage, your lender often collects a monthly amount and pays the county for you (this is called an escrow account).

Ask your lender and settlement company how this works for your sale.

Can I challenge my assessment?

Yes. Arlington's deadline to appeal the 2026 assessment was April 15, 2026, according to the county's 2026 assessment notice. Check the county's Department of Real Estate Assessments for next year's date and rules.

Why does this matter?

Buyers should count taxes in the monthly cost, not just the loan payment. Sellers should expect a tax adjustment at closing.

FAQ

Who pays the taxes at closing?

Usually both, split by the number of days each owned the home. Your settlement statement shows it.

Will my taxes change after I buy?

Assessments can change each year. Check the county for current rates and your assessment.

Where can I pay?

On the Arlington County website or as the county directs.

Questions about buying or selling? Call or text Claudia at 703-350-3884 or visit claudiawebb.com.

The Mike Webb Team, RE/MAX Allegiance. Arlington, Virginia. Equal Housing Opportunity.