property tax

American  

noun

1. a tax levied on real or personal property.

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Etymology

Origin of property tax

First recorded in 1800–10

Example Sentences

But what about ending local property taxes altogether?

From MarketWatch

This year, homeowners face a $500 million property tax increase anyway, even though the city’s take remains essentially unchanged.

From The Wall Street Journal

Expenses related to homeownership, including home insurance and property taxes, have also risen in many places.

From The Wall Street Journal

Additionally, we sought reasonable property tax certainty to secure financing.

From Barron's

Moreover, the new owner would face a steep increase in insurance premiums and property taxes.

From MarketWatch