Shelby County · Tennessee (TN)
How to Appeal Your Property Tax Assessment in Shelby County
File a written appeal with the State Board of Equalization (or your local county office) by August 1.
Includes Memphis.
Filing Deadline
August 1
Appeals Body
Shelby County Board of Equalization
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Filing Steps for Shelby County
1. Gather comps
Find 3-5 comparable properties in Shelby County assessed lower per square foot than yours. Use the county assessor's public records or property sites.
2. File your protest
Submit your protest to the Shelby County Board of Equalization by August 1. Include your evidence and this letter.
3. Attend your hearing
Present your case. Most hearings take 10-15 minutes. Many are resolved informally before the formal hearing date.
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Deadlines and procedures change. Always verify with the Shelby County Board of Equalization before filing. This is not legal advice.