Question 1

What is the property tax rate in Houston Texas?

Accepted Answer

Property tax rates in Houston (Harris County) typically range from 2.0% to 2.5% of your appraised value. This includes county tax (~0.34%), school district (~1.0-1.3%), city (~0.5-0.7%), and special districts. The exact rate depends on your location and which taxing jurisdictions you fall under.

Question 2

How much is property tax on a 300k house in Texas?

Accepted Answer

On a $300,000 home in Texas, property taxes typically range from $6,000 to $9,000 per year depending on your county and taxing jurisdictions. With a homestead exemption, a $300,000 home might pay closer to $4,000-$6,000. Houston area homes tend toward the higher end, while smaller cities may be lower.

Question 3

What date are property taxes due in Texas?

Accepted Answer

Texas property taxes are due by January 31st of each year. If January 31st falls on a weekend or holiday, the due date is the next business day. Late payments incur penalty and interest starting February 1st, with fees increasing each month.

Question 4

When is the Texas property tax payment deadline?

Accepted Answer

The Texas property tax payment deadline is January 31st. After this date, penalties begin at 6% in February and increase monthly. By July, an additional 20% collection penalty may be added. You can pay online, by mail, or in person at your county tax office.

Question 5

How do I protest my property tax in Texas?

Accepted Answer

To protest your Texas property tax: 1) Wait for your Notice of Appraised Value (typically April), 2) File a protest by May 15th or 30 days after your notice, 3) Gather evidence like comparable sales and property photos, 4) Attend your ARB hearing or use Grounda to handle it for you.

Question 6

Why are Houston property taxes so high?

Accepted Answer

Houston property taxes are high because Texas has no state income tax, so local governments rely heavily on property taxes. Houston properties are taxed by multiple overlapping jurisdictions: Harris County, school districts (the largest portion), the City of Houston, and often MUDs or special districts.

Question 7

What is a homestead exemption in Texas?

Accepted Answer

A homestead exemption reduces the taxable value of your primary residence. Texas offers a mandatory $100,000 school tax exemption, plus optional exemptions from cities and counties (typically 20% of value). The exemption also caps annual value increases at 10%.

Question 8

How much does Grounda charge for property tax protest?

Accepted Answer

Grounda works on a contingency basis, which means you only pay if we successfully reduce your property taxes. There are no upfront costs. Our fee is a percentage of your first-year tax savings.

Question 9

Which Texas counties does Grounda support?

Accepted Answer

Grounda currently supports major Texas counties including Harris (Houston), Dallas, Tarrant (Fort Worth), Bexar (San Antonio), Travis (Austin), Fort Bend, Collin, Montgomery, Brazoria, and Galveston. We are expanding to more counties.

Question 10

How do I look up my property tax bill in Texas?

Accepted Answer

You can look up your Texas property tax bill by visiting your county appraisal district website (like HCAD for Harris County, DCAD for Dallas County) or using Grounda to search by your address. You will need your property address or account number to find your tax bill, payment history, and amounts owed.

Question 11

Is it worth protesting property taxes in Texas?

Accepted Answer

Yes, protesting property taxes in Texas is often worthwhile. Many homeowners save $500 to $2,000 or more per year by successfully protesting. There is no risk since your taxes cannot increase just from filing a protest, and services like Grounda only charge if they save you money.

Question 12

When do I get my Texas property tax notice?

Accepted Answer

Texas county appraisal districts mail Notices of Appraised Value in April each year. This notice shows your property's assessed value for the upcoming tax year. You have 30 days from the notice date or until May 15th (whichever is later) to file a protest if you believe the value is too high.

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