Homeowners are seeing another spike in their property values in 2025 after the El Paso Central Appraisal District’s mass reappraisals this year – but the increase won’t be as large as in 2024.
Mass reappraisals set valuations on market values of similar properties in certain subdivisions or neighborhoods – not on individual homes or businesses. The appraisal district sent out residential valuation notices in early April, while most commercial notices went out Friday.
This year, single-family home valuations increased by about 10.9% and commercial property values went up about 11.4%, Deputy Chief Appraiser David Stone told El Paso Matters.
Stone said there are several reasons why a residential property value may have gone up:
- New construction: Overall, 2.09% of the taxable value increase was due to new construction.
- Changes in market value: While some subdivisions increased in value, some decreased in value as indicated by sales. Older subdivisions developed from the 1950s to the 1970s have larger increases because of increased demand as they’re often more affordable and easier for which to qualify for – even if they need some work.
- Removal of prior year adjustments: Properties that were protested in 2023 or earlier and found to have issues by appraisers or the appraisal review board may have had their adjustments removed. If previously identified problems have not been corrected, the property owners will have to protest again and provide evidence of any deficiencies.
The taxable value of a residential property cannot increase by more than 10% a year over the previous year’s appraised value.
The Central Appraisal District sets property valuations, but that doesn’t determine the total tax bill for the owner. Taxing entities such as the city, county and school districts set rates, which are used in formulas along with values to determine the bill.
Generally, when overall valuation increases from year to year, state law requires local governments to lower rates to offset the impact of rising values.
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How to protest property valuations
Property owners have the right to challenge the valuation and potentially have it reduced.
The protest deadline is May 15 or 30 days after the date on the notice, whichever is later.
In-person/by mail: Protest forms are included in the mailed appraisal letter or can be downloaded at El Paso CAD Protest and Appeals. Printed forms can be dropped off at the CAD office or mailed to 5801 Trowbridge Drive, El Paso, TX 79925.
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Fax/email: Forms and photos or other materials can also be faxed to 915-780-2130 or emailed to admin@epcad.org.
Online: You can submit your protest and evidence (photos) digitally. Start at the CAD’s Property Search and Services page, search and click on your address then click on “property services” under your appraised value. On that page, you can view documents regarding your property, including tax estimates and protest documentations.
Information: El Paso CAD Protest and Appeals
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