Harris County Property Tax Appeal Guide

Learn how homeowners in Harris County, Texas can review and appeal their property tax assessment.

Filing Deadline

May 15 or 30 days

after notice received

County

Harris County

Houston Area

State

Texas

TX

Protest Type

Form 50-132

Notice of Protest

How Property Tax Appeals Work in Harris County

1

Review Your Assessment

Check your property appraisal notice from HCAD and compare it to your home's actual market value.

2

Compare Nearby Properties

Find similar homes in your area that sold for less or are assessed lower than your property.

3

Submit Your Protest

File Form 50-132 with Harris County Appraisal District before the deadline.

Common Reasons to Appeal Your Property Tax

Assessed Value Too High

Your property's appraised value exceeds its actual market value based on recent comparable sales.

Unequal Assessment

Similar properties in your neighborhood are assessed at lower values than yours.

Property Condition Issues

Your home has structural problems, damage, or deferred maintenance that reduces its value.

Incorrect Property Records

The appraisal district has wrong information about your property's size, age, or features.

Start Your Harris County Property Tax Review

Enter your address to see if your property may be over-assessed compared to similar homes.

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