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Protest Deadline: May 15, 2026 (40 days left)

8226 MERLOT LN

This property may be over-assessed.

Estimated annual tax savings
$1,854
Based on assessment gap vs. neighborhood median
Your $/sqft
$242
Neighborhood median
$193
Appraised value
$499,609
% above median
25.4%
Heated area
2,061 sqft
Year built
2013

Comparable properties in your neighborhood

These homes are similar to yours and assessed lower per square foot.

Address Sqft Year Market Value $/Sqft Diff
8226 CABERNET LN 2,061 2013 $495,564 $240 -$2
8225 CABERNET LN 2,109 2013 $494,229 $234 -$8
8225 MERLOT LN 2,127 2013 $476,043 $224 β€”

πŸ”’ 1 more comparable property available in your evidence packet

How we calculated this

We compared your property's assessed value per square foot ($242/sqft) against the median for your neighborhood ($193/sqft). Your property is assessed 25.4% higher than typical homes nearby.

If the appraisal district adjusted your value to the neighborhood median, you could save approximately $1,854 per year in property taxes based on the Harris County effective tax rate.

We identified the 3 most comparable homes β€” matched on square footage, age, quality, and location β€” all assessed at lower $/sqft values.

What you'll receive

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Filing Guide

Your exact deadline, required forms, and step-by-step Harris County filing process

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Evidence Packet

Full comparable sales analysis with 3 properties, assessment discrepancy calculation, and maps

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Cover Letter

Pre-written appeal letter with hearing talking points, ready to sign and submit

This decision compounds

Year 1
$1,854
Year 2
$3,708
Year 3
$5,562

That’s a 114Γ— return on $49

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Protest deadline: May 15, 2026 (40 days left)