Is Chevy Chase & Briar Branch area, Houston 77042 likely to have a protest opportunity?

Harris County data shows 118 homes in this neighborhood group. 78% protest success rate. 58 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.

Chevy Chase & Briar Branch area, Houston 77042 — Harris County Property Tax Protest

Property tax protest data for the Chevy Chase & Briar Branch area, Houston 77042 (Neighborhood 7947.01) in Harris County. 118 homes, $176/sqft median.

What this means for your property

118 homes in this area were assessed at a median $176/sqft. With a 78% 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 118 others in Chevy Chase & Briar Branch area, Houston 77042

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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
Berry Brush & Berry Green area, Houston 77022	67	$176 same	80%
Kolbe & Kolbe Spur area, Cypress 77429	39	$176 same	83%
San Saba River & San Saba Creek area, Cypress 77433	26	$176 same	100%
Kristen & Lance area, Highlands 77562	103	$176 same	90%
Rita Blanca & Pedernales area, Webster 77598	340	$176 same	85%

Neighborhoods with the closest median $/sq ft to Chevy Chase & Briar Branch area, Houston 77042.

Top flagged properties in Chevy Chase & Briar Branch area, Houston 77042

Address	% Above	$/Sqft	Est. Savings
10310 BRIAR RIVER DR	81%	$319	$5,861
10322 CHEVY CHASE DR	67%	$293	$5,699
10330 CHEVY CHASE DR	65%	$291	$4,916
10355 CHEVY CHASE DR	65%	$291	$5,108
10314 BRIAR RIVER DR	62%	$286	$4,865

Properties assessed highest above the neighborhood median.