Property Tax Appeal in Tucson, AZ

How to Appeal in Tucson

File a petition with the County Assessor within 60 days of your Notice of Value. If denied, appeal to the State Board of Equalization or directly to Tax Court.

What You Need

• ✓Your current assessed value (from your tax bill or county website)
• ✓3-5 comparable sales within 0.5 miles (find on Zillow or Redfin — similar size, age, condition)
• ✓A written appeal letter with your evidence and requested value
• ✓Filed before: 60 days from Notice of Value (typically February-March)

Available Exemptions in Arizona

Common property tax exemptions available in Arizona: - **Homestead Exemption** — Reduces taxable value for owner-occupied primary residences. Must apply through your county assessor's office. - **Senior/Elderly Exemption** — Additional reduction for homeowners age 65+ (income limits may apply). - **Veteran/Disabled Veteran Exemption** — Partial or full exemption for qualifying veterans. - **Disability Exemption** — Reduction for homeowners with qualifying disabilities. - **Agricultural/Farm Use** — Special assessment for land actively used for farming. Check with your county assessor for specific eligibility requirements and application deadlines. Many homeowners qualify for multiple exemptions but never apply.

Many homeowners qualify but never apply. We check your eligibility as part of our service.

FAQ

Can my taxes go up if I appeal?

No. In Arizona, your assessment can only stay the same or go down at the initial board level. There is no risk from filing.

How much does it cost to appeal?

Filing yourself is free. If you use our service, we charge 20% of first-year savings only if we succeed. If we don't reduce your taxes, you pay nothing.

What's the typical savings?

In Tucson, with a median tax of $2,248/yr, a 10-20% reduction could save you $226-$337 per year.