Is Howard & Newcastle area, Bellaire 77401 likely to have a protest opportunity?

Harris County data shows 111 homes in this neighborhood group. 86% protest success rate. 64 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.

Howard & Newcastle area, Bellaire 77401 — Harris County Property Tax Protest

Property tax protest data for the Howard & Newcastle area, Bellaire 77401 (Neighborhood 7446.00) in Harris County. 111 homes, $279/sqft median.

What this means for your property

111 homes in this area were assessed at a median $279/sqft. With a 86% 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 111 others in Howard & Newcastle area, Bellaire 77401

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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
Bolsover & Dora area, Houston 77005	56	$279 same	100%
Todville & 2nd area, Seabrook 77586	54	$278 same	71%
Birch Canoe & Beacons Light area, Tomball 77375	401	$278 same	81%
Camden Creek & Wyndam Heights area, Houston 77077	90	$278 -$0.6	66%
Chenevert & Jackson area, Houston 77004	147	$278 -$0.7	77%

Neighborhoods with the closest median $/sq ft to Howard & Newcastle area, Bellaire 77401.

Top flagged properties in Howard & Newcastle area, Bellaire 77401

Address	% Above	$/Sqft	Est. Savings
1202 HOWARD LN	33%	$371	$1,611
1100 HOWARD LN	27%	$355	$5,130
1218 HOWARD LN	26%	$352	$2,344
1113 HOWARD LN	25%	$348	$5,300
1017 MULBERRY LN	25%	$347	$3,394

Properties assessed highest above the neighborhood median.