Assessor & Assessment Review
Property records, assessments, exemptions and the formal grievance process for real property located within the Town of Milford.
Fair and consistent property assessment
The Town Assessor discovers, lists and values real property in the Town of Milford and maintains the official assessment roll and related property records. Assessments are used by taxing jurisdictions to distribute property-tax obligations.
The Assessor also reviews applications for qualifying exemptions, including certain senior citizen, veterans, agricultural and disability exemptions. STAR benefits for many homeowners are administered through New York State, so applicants should use the official state resources linked below.
How the Assessor can help
Property Records
Questions about parcel information, ownership records, inventory details and assessment-roll entries.
Assessment Questions
Discussion of assessed value, property characteristics and the basis for an assessment.
STAR Information
Guidance on where to apply for or update STAR benefits through New York State.
Senior Exemptions
Information about income-based senior citizen exemptions and required documentation.
Veterans Exemptions
Applications and eligibility information for qualifying veterans and certain family members.
Agricultural Exemptions
Assistance with qualifying agricultural assessments and exemption applications.
Recommended steps for property owners
Review your record
Check the parcel record, inventory and assessed value for accuracy.
Gather evidence
Collect recent sales, appraisals, photographs or other information relevant to market value.
Speak with the Assessor
Discuss your concerns before Grievance Day whenever possible.
File RP-524
Submit the completed grievance form by the applicable filing deadline.
Forms, records and official guidance
Otsego County Property Lookup
Search parcel and assessment information through the County’s real-property service.
Open county property resources →STAR Resource Center
Apply for or manage eligible STAR benefits through New York State.
Visit STAR resources →Assessment Grievance Forms
Download Form RP-524 and official instructions for contesting an assessment.
View grievance forms →Property Tax Exemptions
Review statewide information on senior, veterans, disability and agricultural exemptions.
Explore exemption resources →Veterans Exemptions
Learn about New York’s available veterans property-tax exemptions and eligibility requirements.
Veterans exemption information →Town Contact Page
Use the Town’s contact page for general questions or to reach another department.
Contact the Town →