What Is Unequal Appraisal?

Definition
A protest ground claiming that your property is appraised at a higher level than comparable properties in your area. Unlike an overassessment argument (which compares your value to sales), unequal appraisal compares your assessment to what similar homes are assessed at.

Why This Matters for Your Protest

Unequal appraisal is a powerful protest strategy, especially when the market is rising and sale prices are high. Even if your home's market value supports the district's number, you can still win a reduction by showing that similar homes nearby are assessed for less per square foot. This is a separate legal ground from overassessment, and you can argue both simultaneously.

Related Terms

Overassessment Assessment Ratio Price Per Square Foot Neighborhood Median

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