CAD Neighborhood CIELO
Property tax protest data for the Cielo Ranch & Purgatory area, San Marcos 78666 (Neighborhood CIELO) in Hays County. 9 homes, $356/sqft median.
Source: Hays CAD public records, 2024 protest season
9 homes in this area were assessed at a median $356/sqft. With a 95% 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.
5 comparable properties matched to your home, an assessment gap analysis showing where your value exceeds comps, a filing checklist for Hays CAD, and a hearing script you can read at your informal hearing.
You file a protest with Hays CAD (online via Hays CAD Online Protest), 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.
The protest deadline for Hays County is May 15. You must file before this date to protest your 2026 assessment.
See how your home compares to 9 others in Cielo Ranch & Purgatory area, San Marcos 78666
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| Neighborhood | Homes | Median $/Sq Ft | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Creek & Turkey area, San Marcos 78666 | 27 | $357 +$1.6 | — |
| Country Oaks & Live Oak area, Buda 78610 | 202 | $360 +$3.9 | 93% |
| Rancho Encino & Live Oak Hills Ct area, San Marcos 78666 | 23 | $352 -$4.1 | 100% |
| Rainbow Ranch & Lakeside area, Wimberley 78676 | 1,230 | $366 +$11 | 89% |
| Oakwood & Rr 12 area, San Marcos 78666 | 45 | $344 -$12 | 100% |
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