Harris County Property Tax Guides

Understand your appraisal — and see if you may be over-assessed in Texas

Check if your property may be over-appraised

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How to Protest Property Taxes in Harris County (2026 Guide)

If your property value seems too high in Harris County, Texas, you may be able to file a protest with the Harris Central Appraisal District (HCAD).

Before you start: Most successful protests rely on comparable property evidence and unequal appraisal arguments.

Step 1: Review Your Appraisal

Step 2: Common Grounds

Market value and equal-and-uniform appraisal are most commonly used.

Step 3: Gather Evidence

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Using Comparable Sales for Property Tax Appeals

Comparable properties help demonstrate whether your home is fairly assessed in Harris County.

Property Sq Ft Value $/Sq Ft
Subject 3000 $550,000 $183
Comp 1 2980 $495,000 $166
Comp 2 3050 $502,000 $165
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How to Appeal Your HCAD Assessment

All property protests in Harris County are handled through the Harris Central Appraisal District (HCAD).

Steps

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