Is Linden & Laurel area, Bellaire 77401 likely to have a protest opportunity?

Harris County data shows 81 homes in this neighborhood group. 88% protest success rate. 56 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.

Linden & Laurel area, Bellaire 77401 — Harris County Property Tax Protest

Property tax protest data for the Linden & Laurel area, Bellaire 77401 (Neighborhood 7493.06) in Harris County. 81 homes, $276/sqft median.

What this means for your property

81 homes in this area were assessed at a median $276/sqft. With a 88% 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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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
Bethlehem & Carleen area, Houston 77018	314	$276 same	94%
Chamboard & Curtin area, Houston 77018	1,034	$276 same	92%
Leaning Ash area, Houston 77079	10	$277 same	100%
Northampton area, Houston 77098	36	$276 -$0.6	90%
Bayou Glen & Shady River area, Houston 77042	42	$277 +$0.6	97%

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

Top flagged properties in Linden & Laurel area, Bellaire 77401

Address	% Above	$/Sqft	Est. Savings
5202 WILLOW ST	40%	$388	$4,326
7014 FERRIS ST	36%	$375	$2,014
5208 WILLOW ST	27%	$350	$4,141
5207 LINDEN ST	25%	$345	$3,781
5207 LAUREL ST	24%	$342	$3,390

Properties assessed highest above the neighborhood median.