Dallas County Property Tax Overview

Dallas County, with over 2.6 million residents, is the second-largest county in Texas. The Dallas Central Appraisal District (DCAD) assesses over 850,000 properties annually, and with rapid appreciation in DFW, appeals have never been more important.

$4,200+
Avg. Annual Property Tax
65-75%
Protest Success Rate
$950
Avg. Savings on Appeal

Texas law gives every property owner the right to protest their assessed value. DCAD is one of the largest appraisal districts in Texas.

How to Protest Your Dallas County Property Taxes

1

Receive Your Notice of Appraised Value

DCAD mails notices in April. Review your assessed value and note your account number and PIN.

2

Gather Your Evidence

Collect comparable sales, photos of property issues, repair estimates, or a recent appraisal.

3

File Your Protest Online

Use DCAD's eFile system at dallascad.org. Enter your account number and PIN, select "Protest," and submit evidence.

4

Attend Your Hearing

DCAD offers informal hearings before formal ARB hearings. Many protests settle at the informal stage.

Pro Tip

DCAD's informal hearing process settles most protests without a formal ARB appearance. Come prepared with comparable sales data.

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DCAD Resources & Links

Property Search — Look up your assessed value DCAD eFile System — File your protest online DCAD Forms — Download protest forms

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Dallas County property tax appeal deadline for 2026?
May 15, 2026, or 30 days after your Notice of Appraised Value was mailed, whichever is later.
How do I file a property tax protest with DCAD online?
File through DCAD's eFile system at dallascad.org using your property account number and PIN.
What evidence does DCAD accept?
Comparable sales, photos of property condition issues, independent appraisals, and repair estimates.

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