City of Murfreesboro property tax bills for 2026 have been mailed, and the taxes are due and payable through Feb. 28, 2027. Chief Financial Officer and City Treasurer Erin Tucker issued the reminder to property owners in early October.
The city says bills were mailed and became available for online payment starting Oct. 1, 2026. Payments received on or before Feb. 28, 2027, will not be charged interest.
When are Murfreesboro city property taxes due?
The city lists these dates:
- Payment period: Oct. 1, 2026, through Feb. 28, 2027
- Interest begins: March 1, 2027
- Interest rate: 1.5% per month, or any portion of a month, on the unpaid base tax
Starting March 1, 2027, unpaid taxes accrue interest at 1.5% per month until paid.
This bill is for City of Murfreesboro property taxes. Questions about the billing itself go to the Rutherford County Assessor's Office, according to the city.
How to pay Murfreesboro property taxes
The city accepts cash, check and credit card. Bank counter checks and two-party checks are not accepted. Partial payments are accepted.
Online
The city's online payment portal is at murfreesborotntax.com. The city says residents can use the portal to:
- Pay with PayPal, MasterCard, American Express, Discover or e-check
- Print tax bills and payment receipts
- Look up property tax information
Convenience fees
The payment processor charges convenience fees, which are added to the transaction:
- Credit or debit card: about 2.5% plus $0.30
- E-check: $1.50 flat fee
By mail
Mail payments to:
City of Murfreesboro P.O. Box 1139 Murfreesboro, TN 37133-1139
In person
Pay in person at the Finance Department on the first floor of City Hall, 111 W. Vine St., Murfreesboro, TN 37130. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Property tax relief and freeze programs
The City of Murfreesboro participates in the State of Tennessee's Property Tax Freeze and Property Tax Relief programs. According to the city, those programs are for qualifying:
- Low-income senior citizens age 65 and older
- Disabled veterans
Questions about payments or the relief programs go to the City Tax Department at (615) 893-5210.
Who to call with questions
- Tax billing questions: Rutherford County Assessor's Office, (615) 898-7750
- Payment or relief program questions: City Tax Department, (615) 893-5210
More information is on the city's property tax page at murfreesborotn.gov/PropertyTaxes.
Homeowners and buyers keeping an eye on local costs can find more in OnlyInMurfreesboro's Murfreesboro cost of living guide, real estate guide and moving to Murfreesboro guide. For county services and offices, see the Rutherford County guide, and for downtown, where City Hall sits, see the Public Square guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are Murfreesboro city property taxes due?
The 2026 City of Murfreesboro property taxes are due by Feb. 28, 2027. Payments received on or before that date are not charged interest.
What is the penalty for paying Murfreesboro property taxes late?
Starting March 1, 2027, unpaid taxes accrue interest at 1.5% per month, or any portion of a month, on the unpaid base tax until paid.
Can I pay Murfreesboro property taxes online?
Yes. The city's portal at murfreesborotntax.com accepts PayPal, MasterCard, American Express, Discover and e-check. Card payments carry a processor fee of about 2.5% plus $0.30, and e-checks cost a flat $1.50.
Where do I pay Murfreesboro property taxes in person?
At the Finance Department on the first floor of City Hall, 111 W. Vine St., Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Does Murfreesboro accept partial property tax payments?
Yes. The city says partial payments are accepted.
Who qualifies for Murfreesboro property tax relief?
The city participates in Tennessee's Property Tax Freeze and Property Tax Relief programs for qualifying low-income seniors age 65 and older and disabled veterans. Call the City Tax Department at (615) 893-5210 for details.
Sources: City of Murfreesboro: City Property Taxes due Feb. 28, 2027.
*Illustration: AI-generated image; not an actual City of Murfreesboro tax bill.*