Is Martin & Thornton area, Houston 77018 likely to have a protest opportunity?

Harris County data shows 262 homes in this neighborhood group. 76% protest success rate. 158 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.

Martin & Thornton area, Houston 77018 — Harris County Property Tax Protest

Property tax protest data for the Martin & Thornton area, Houston 77018 (Neighborhood 8078.01) in Harris County. 262 homes, $221/sqft median.

What this means for your property

262 homes in this area were assessed at a median $221/sqft. With a 76% 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 262 others in Martin & Thornton area, Houston 77018

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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
New Kentucky & Decision area, Hockley 77447	146	$221 same	97%
Aventura area, Spring 77389	46	$221 same	95%
Wildwood & Meadowlawn area, Houston 77023	324	$221 same	95%
Orchard Park & Harness Oaks area, Houston 77077	108	$221 same	92%
Mccearley & Morley area, Cypress 77429	47	$220 same	30%

Neighborhoods with the closest median $/sq ft to Martin & Thornton area, Houston 77018.

Top flagged properties in Martin & Thornton area, Houston 77018

Address	% Above	$/Sqft	Est. Savings
909 OAK ST	19%	$262	$1,156
909 OAK ST	19%	$262	$1,141
907 OAK ST	19%	$262	$1,346
803 THORNTON RD	16%	$257	$971

Properties assessed highest above the neighborhood median.