Cheyenne County Colorado Property Search
To search Cheyenne County property records, use the tool below by owner name, parcel number, or street address. Cheyenne County sits on Colorado’s far eastern plains near the Kansas border — dryland wheat and ranching country, with the county seat at Cheyenne Wells. It’s one of the smallest and most rural counties in the state, with about 1,042 residential and 182 commercial properties, and it has the lowest effective property tax rate of just about 0.18%. Records are kept by the Cheyenne County Assessor in Cheyenne Wells.
Property Search
Partial info works — a last name or street name is enough.
Note: Results come from Colorado’s public GIS database and may not reflect the most recent changes. For verified records, contact the county assessor directly.
How Property Is Assessed in Cheyenne County
The Cheyenne County Assessor values residential, agricultural, and commercial property, with a full reappraisal in odd-numbered years. Agriculture dominates here — most of the county is wheat farmland and ranch land, which Colorado values on production/earning capacity rather than market price. That’s a big reason typical assessments and tax bills in Cheyenne County are among the lowest in the state. For a full breakdown, see our Colorado property tax explained.
Each property has a unique parcel number, which is the fastest and most accurate way to pull up ownership, land size, building details, and tax records.
Assessor’s Office — Contact & Key Dates
Cheyenne Wells, CO 80810
Cheyenne Wells, CO 80810
Early June — real property appeals are generally due. Confirm the exact date each year with the Assessor before filing.
If your appeal is denied, you can petition the County Board of Equalization.
County offices sometimes close for community events such as the annual Tumbleweed Fair and Rodeo — call ahead before visiting.
4 Ways to Find a Property Record
Full or partial name — shows all parcels registered under one owner.
Unique ID on your tax statement or deed. Fastest and most accurate method.
Enter the address to pull current owner, parcel data, and assessed value.
Filter to Cheyenne Wells, Kit Carson, or Arapahoe to browse an area.
Property Tax by Community
| Community | Population (est.) | Total parcels (approx.) | Median residential tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne Wells (county seat) | ~979 | 420 | ~$304 |
| Kit Carson | ~230 | 210 | ~$73 |
| Arapahoe (unincorporated) | ~150 | 160 | ~$200–$400 |
| Wild Horse (unincorporated) | under 50 | 30 | ~$150–$300 |
| Firstview | minimal | 15 | ~$100–$200 |
Cheyenne Wells and Kit Carson are incorporated towns; Arapahoe and Wild Horse are small unincorporated communities. These figures are estimates for research; confirm exact amounts with the Cheyenne County Treasurer.
Exemptions & Tax Relief
Homeowners 65 or older who have owned and lived in their home for 10 consecutive years can have 50% of the first $200,000 of value exempted. Apply with the Assessor. Full eligibility: Colorado 65+ property tax exemption.
Veterans with a 100% permanent service-connected disability get the same 50% exemption on the first $200,000, regardless of age. Surviving spouses may qualify. Details: 100% disabled veteran tax exemption.
Most Cheyenne County land is farm or ranch land. If your property qualifies for agricultural classification, it’s valued on production rather than market value, which usually lowers the assessment. Ask the Assessor how your land is classified.
Nearby Counties
Note: Kit Carson County is a separate county from the town of Kit Carson, which is in Cheyenne County.