Is James area, Baytown 77520 likely to have a protest opportunity?

Harris County data shows 22 homes in this neighborhood group. 100% protest success rate. 2 hearings.

How do I file the protest in this neighborhood?

Use iFile, keep files from this neighborhood packet, and file before the May 15 deadline.

How much does a Texas property tax protest cost?

Most counties charge no filing fee. This service fee covers your evidence packet and filing workflow support.

Do I need an attorney to file a property tax protest?

No. Texans can often file directly through the CAD's iFile system and upload your support documents for review.

What is the first step to filing a protest?

Confirm your filing deadline from the Notice of Appraised Value and begin preparing comparable sales evidence first.

James area, Baytown 77520 — Harris County Property Tax Protest

Property tax protest data for the James area, Baytown 77520 (Neighborhood 2057.00) in Harris County. 22 homes, $95/sqft median.

What this means for your property

22 homes in this area were assessed at a median $95/sqft. With a 100% 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.

What's in the evidence packet?

5 comparable properties matched to your home, an assessment gap analysis showing where your value exceeds comps, a filing checklist for HCAD, and a hearing script you can read at your informal hearing.

How does the protest process work?

You file a protest with HCAD (online via iFile), 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.

What's the deadline?

The protest deadline for Harris County is May 15. You must file before this date to protest your 2026 assessment.

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See how your home compares to 22 others in James area, Baytown 77520

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What's in your evidence packet

✓ 5 comparable properties matched to your home

✓ Assessment gap analysis with dollar amounts

✓ Harris County filing checklist

✓ Hearing script you can read word-for-word

✓ Comparable sales grid (PDF)

✓ Step-by-step iFile walkthrough

Compare similar neighborhoods in Harris County

Neighborhood	Homes	Median $/Sq Ft	Win Rate
Gessner & Beechnut area, Houston 77036	17	$95 same	100%
Ariel & Nairn area, Houston 77074	178	$95 same	72%
Dryad & Airport area, Houston 77035	195	$95 same	88%
Oak Shadows & Southwood area, Baytown 77520	108	$95 same	96%
Morning & Mockingbird area, Baytown 77520	73	$95 same	85%

Neighborhoods with the closest median $/sq ft to James area, Baytown 77520.

Top flagged properties in James area, Baytown 77520

Address	% Above	$/Sqft	Est. Savings
1310 E JAMES ST	26%	$120	$642
1310 E JAMES ST	25%	$119	$610
1310 E JAMES ST	24%	$119	$711
1310 E JAMES ST	18%	$113	$564
1310 E JAMES ST	16%	$111	$370

Properties assessed highest above the neighborhood median.