CAD Neighborhood MID78
Property tax protest data for the Rustic Ridge & Melrose area, Midlothian 76065 (Neighborhood MID78) in Ellis County. 73 homes, $253/sqft median.
Source: ECAD public records, 2024 protest season
73 homes in this area were assessed at a median $253/sqft. With a 74% protest success rate, most homeowners who challenged their assessment received a reduction. If your home is assessed higher than comparable properties, you likely have grounds to protest. An evidence packet shows exactly how your assessment compares — with the specific comps and data you'd present at a hearing.
5 comparable properties matched to your home, an assessment gap analysis showing where your value exceeds comps, a filing checklist for ECAD, and a hearing script you can read at your informal hearing.
You file a protest with ECAD (online via True Prodigy Online Protest), attend an informal hearing where you present your evidence, and most cases settle right there. The evidence packet gives you everything you need for that hearing.
The protest deadline for Ellis County is May 15. You must file before this date to protest your 2026 assessment.
See how your home compares to 73 others in Rustic Ridge & Melrose area, Midlothian 76065
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| Neighborhood | Homes | Median $/Sq Ft | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter Pass & Ash area, Waxahachie 75165 | 176 | $252 -$0.8 | — |
| Faithful & Clayton area, Waxahachie 75167 | 114 | $254 +$0.8 | — |
| Judy & Shiloh area, Midlothian 76065 | 281 | $252 -$1.1 | — |
| Glen Oaks & Stonebriar area, Waxahachie 75165 | 13 | $251 -$1.7 | — |
| Crestview & White Plains area, Midlothian 76065 | 174 | $255 +$2.0 | — |
Neighborhoods with the closest median $/sq ft to Rustic Ridge & Melrose area, Midlothian 76065.
| Address | % Above | $/Sqft | Est. Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5640 RED SAGE CT | 37% | $347 | $5,389 |
| 1141 HAYFIELD DR | 35% | $343 | $4,572 |
| 1111 RAGLAN CRT | 26% | $318 | $3,134 |
| 1380 RUSTIC RIDGE | 20% | $304 | $2,396 |
| 1740 RUSTIC RIDGE | 17% | $296 | $2,180 |
Properties assessed highest above the neighborhood median.