Sutherland & Elm Heights area, Houston 77081

CAD Neighborhood 7495.05

Property tax protest data for the Sutherland & Elm Heights area, Houston 77081 (Neighborhood 7495.05) in Harris County. 34 homes, $154/sqft median.

Strong protest signal
80% success rate · $5,854 avg savings · 34 homes analyzed
What protesters saved
$5,854
1.5% median reduction
Protest success rate
80%
Based on 15 hearings
Homes analyzed
34
Median assessment
$154/sqft
Avg: $152/sqft

Source: HCAD public records, 2024 protest season

What this means for your property

34 homes in this area were assessed at a median $154/sqft. With a 80% 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.

Check your property

See how your home compares to 34 others in Sutherland & Elm Heights area, Houston 77081

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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
In Harris County, 516,654 property owners protested last year. 89% received a reduction.

Compare similar neighborhoods in Harris County

Neighborhood Homes Median $/Sq Ft Win Rate
Sotherloch Lake & Cardigan Bay area, Spring 77379 138 $154 same 97%
Roe & Grace area, Houston 77021 144 $154 same 36%
Rampy Green & Muller Sky area, Tomball 77377 98 $154 same 97%
Lost Lantern & Echo Manor area, Hockley 77447 1,275 $154 same 89%
Harbor Hills & Creekstone Lake area, Houston 77054 218 $154 same 95%

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