Garland Property Tax Guide 2026
Everything you need to know about property taxes in Garland, Texas. Garland is located in Dallas County and uses DCAD for property assessments.
Garland property taxes are administered by the Dallas Central Appraisal District (DCAD). For complete county information including all taxing jurisdictions, see our Dallas County Property Tax Guide.
About Garland Property Tax
Garland is appraised by Dallas Central Appraisal District (DCAD). A largely established suburb northeast of Dallas, Garland has older housing stock where unequal appraisal protests often succeed — per-square-foot values vary widely between identical neighboring homes depending on DCAD update cycles. Combined property tax rates in Garland typically run 2.3% - 2.6%, with Garland ISD serving most of the city.
- Population
- 240,000
- Major School Districts
- Garland ISD, Richardson ISD, Mesquite ISD
Key Dates - Garland
- Payment due
- January 31, 2026
- Protest deadline
- May 15, 2026
- Notices mailed
- April 2026
Tax rates - Garland
Average Total: 2.1% - 2.6%
Rates vary by location within Garland based on which school district, city limits, and special districts apply to your property.
How to protest your property tax
1. Review your notice
Check your Notice of Appraised Value for errors in square footage, bedroom count, or market value.
2. File a protest
Submit online or by mail before May 15 (or 30 days after receiving your notice). Filing is free.
3. Gather evidence
Collect comparable sales from your neighborhood and photos of any property issues that affect value.
4. Present your case
Attend your ARB hearing in person, online, or let a professional represent you.
Filing is free and risk-free. Your assessed value cannot increase as a result of protesting.
Official Resources - Garland
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