63450 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 63450 (Lentner, Missouri) pay a median of $908/year in property taxes on homes valued at $158,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.57%, which is 26% below the Missouri state average of 0.78%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 63450 is approximately $76, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Shelby County. This is $468 less than the Missouri average of $1,376/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Missouri, 63450 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 65647 (0.57%) and 64443 (0.57%).

In Lentner, property taxes represent approximately 0.9% of the median household income of $96,458, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Missouri has no statewide property tax cap; your assessed value can increase annually without limit, and the Shelby County Assessor will reassess at market value upon sale. The Homestead Property Tax Credit exempts up to $15,000 of assessed value for primary residences and saves eligible homeowners hundreds annually — apply with Shelby County by the state deadline. Contact the Shelby County Assessor's office within 60 days of purchase to verify your assessment and request a Homestead Certificate to lock in the exemption.