Appeal success rates: **40%–60%** in some areas; only **5%** of homeowners challenge assessments.
Property taxes ↑ **18%** over five years; pandemic home value spikes now reflected in assessments.
Solid appeal cases: assessment above purchase price, lower neighbor sales, unaccounted home damage, or unchanged taxes after local downturn.
Appeal process: gather comps, file within ~**30 days**, pay **$30–$150** fee, present evidence calmly.
Winning lowers your bill; if denied, you can escalate or hire a pro—fees often **30–50%** of first-year savings.
