Property / Tax Appeals

What is a property tax appeal?

A property tax appeal is a formal challenge to the assessed value of your property as determined by your local tax assessor. If your property is overassessed, you may be paying more in property taxes than you legally owe.

Grounds for a property tax appeal

• The assessed value is higher than your property’s actual market value
• Errors in property description (wrong size, number of bedrooms, lot size)
• Comparable properties in your area are assessed at lower values
• Recent damage or deterioration not reflected in the assessment
• Incorrect exemptions not applied (senior, veteran, homestead)

How to appeal your property tax assessment

1. Review your assessment notice carefully
2. Research comparable property values in your neighborhood
3. Gather evidence: recent appraisals, comparable sales, photos of damage
4. File an appeal with your local Assessment Review Board before the deadline
5. Attend the hearing and present your evidence

Important deadlines

Property tax appeal deadlines are strict and vary by state — typically between 30 and 90 days from when you receive your assessment notice. In many states, the deadline is May 15 or within 30 days of the assessment notice. Missing this deadline usually means waiting until next year.