Did you just receive your tax assessment notice and you feel like your property taxes went up more than you feel like it should? You do have the right to appeal the tax valuation, but you do need to act quickly! Below are easy steps and resources to help you file an appeal.

Here are the steps to appeal property taxes in Dekalb County:

  • File your appeal as soon as you receive your tax assessment notice. Check your Property Tax assessment for when you need to appeal by. Typically its approximately 40-45 days but check your Assessment notice.

  • There are multiple ways to file an appeal. Go in person to the Dekalb County Tax Assessor office, by mail or online at (click here for options)

  • Get up to three estimates of value of your home (enter your address). The Petersen Partners team has a simple tool to help you get estimated values. If you need specific comparable properties for your home, let us know we can help!

Enter your address below to get up to 3 valuations for your home.

  • Start the appeal proces by clicking the button below

The above button will take you to the Dekalb County Board of Assessors with the instructions on appealing.