Property tax calculator
How much property tax (Grundsteuer) will you pay? Enter the base amount from your notice and your postcode – the calculator fills in your municipality's rate and shows every step.
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Property tax calculator
Enter the base amount or assessed value and the local rate.
How German property tax is calculated
- STEP 011. Assessed valueThe tax office sets the value of your property (Grundsteuerwertbescheid).
- STEP 022. Base amountAssessed value × tax base rate = base amount (Messbescheid). Federal model: 0.31 ‰ residential, 0.34 ‰ other.
- STEP 033. Local rateThe municipality sets the rate (Hebesatz). Base amount × rate = property tax per year.
- STEP 044. PaymentUsually paid quarterly on 15 Feb, 15 May, 15 Aug and 15 Nov.
FAQ
Q01How is Grundsteuer calculated?
Property tax per year = base amount (Grundsteuermessbetrag) × the municipality's rate (Hebesatz). Example: €60 base amount × 500 % = €300 a year.
Q02Where do I find the base amount?
On the Grundsteuermessbescheid from your tax office, usually sent together with the Grundsteuerwertbescheid. If you only know the assessed value, the calculator applies the federal tax base rate.
Q03Is the local rate up to date?
We show the latest rate in our data together with its year. Many municipalities set new rates for the 2025 reform; the rate on your property tax bill is binding and you can overwrite it in the calculator.
Q04When is property tax due?
In four instalments on 15 February, 15 May, 15 August and 15 November, or once a year on 1 July on request.