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Prince George's County Property Tax Appeal, Maryland

Travis BunnTravis Bunn·Updated July 24, 2026

Prince George's County is Maryland's second-largest county with a population of approximately 976,000 and a county seat in Upper Marlboro. Major cities include Bowie (the largest city by population), College Park, Laurel, Hyattsville, and Greenbelt. The county's median home value of $380,500 exceeds both the Maryland median of $318,600 and the national median of $281,900, while its effective tax rate of 1.19% is significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%. With a median annual property tax bill of $4,510, homeowners in Prince George's County pay approximately $2,110 more than the national median of $2,400, making property tax appeals particularly valuable for managing the higher-than-average tax burden.

Notable cities: Bowie, College Park, Laurel, Hyattsville, Greenbelt, Upper Marlboro

Median Home

$380,500

Tax Rate

1.19%

Annual Tax

$4,510

Population

976,152

On the typical Prince George's County home, valued near $380,500 at the county’s effective tax rate of 1.19%, an over-assessment of even 10% means you are overpaying year after year until you appeal it. Here is how to find out if yours qualifies.

2026 Appeal Deadline: 45 days from the date of the Assessment Notice

Property owners have 45 days from the date printed on their Assessment Notice to file an appeal. For the 2026 reassessment cycle, many deadlines fall around mid-February 2026 based on notices issued in late December 2025 or early January 2026. The specific deadline is printed on your notice and varies by when your notice was issued.

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How Prince George's County Assesses Property

100%of market value

Assessed by: Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT)

Assessment cycle: triennial (three-year rolling cycle)

Notices typically mailed: December-January for reassessed properties

Maryland assesses property at 100% of market value, meaning your assessed value equals your full market value. Properties are reassessed on a three-year rolling cycle, with approximately one-third of properties reassessed each year. For example: If your home's market value is $380,500, at Maryland's 100% assessment ratio your assessed value would be $380,500, resulting in approximately $4,528 in annual taxes at the county's effective rate of 1.19%. When values increase significantly, Maryland phases in the increase over three years to reduce the impact on property owners.

The Appeal Process

Appeals are heard by the Property Tax Assessment Appeals Board (PTAAB). At the PTAAB hearing, you'll present your evidence before a board of appointed members who review appeals independently from SDAT. Hearings are formal but less rigid than court proceedings, and you may represent yourself or hire professional representation.

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Review your Assessment Notice within 45 days of receiving it and gather evidence such as recent comparable sales, photos of property condition, repair estimates, or appraisals showing your property is overvalued.

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File your appeal online at assessmentappeals.dat.maryland.gov or by mailing the appeal form to the Prince George's County SDAT office at 14735 Main Street, Suite 354B, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772. Choose your hearing preference: written review, phone hearing, in-person hearing, or virtual hearing.

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Attend your Supervisor of Assessments hearing (first-level review) where you'll present your evidence. SDAT provides a complementary property worksheet and area sales listing prior to your hearing. The supervisor will review your evidence and issue a decision.

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If the Supervisor's decision is unsatisfactory, file an appeal to the Property Tax Assessment Appeals Board (PTAAB) within 30 days of the supervisor's decision. PTAAB holds formal hearings at the Courthouse, Suite 81B, 14735 Main St., Upper Marlboro, MD 20772.

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If PTAAB denies your appeal, you may appeal to the Maryland Tax Court within 30 days of the PTAAB decision. This is the final level of administrative appeal before pursuing judicial review in circuit court.

Required form: Online Appeal Form or Petition for Review (Form SDATRP_EX-4A)

Filing Methods

online:File online at assessmentappeals.dat.maryland.gov using the notice number and control number from your assessment notice
mail:Mail completed appeal form to: Prince George's County Assessment Office, 14735 Main Street, Suite 354B, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
in-person:Submit at Prince George's County Assessment Office, 14735 Main Street, Suite 354B, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Evidence to Bring

Recent comparable sales of similar propertiesProfessional appraisal reportPhotographs showing property condition or defectsRepair estimates or inspection reportsIncome and expense statements for income-producing properties

Prince George's County Assessor Contact

Prince George's County Assessment Office - Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT)

Website: https://dat.maryland.gov/

Online Portal: https://assessmentappeals.dat.maryland.gov/

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Tax Exemptions in Prince George's County

Homestead Tax Credit

3% annual cap (Prince George's County cap) plus 10% state cap

Caps the year-over-year increase in taxable assessed value for your principal residence

Eligibility: Owner-occupied principal residence; one-time application required with SDATDeadline: File once and it remains in effect; apply at https://dat.maryland.gov/

Homeowners' Property Tax Credit (Income-Based)

Varies based on income; can provide substantial relief for eligible homeowners

Sliding-scale credit for homeowners with limited income; state pays property tax exceeding a percentage of gross household income

Eligibility: Combined gross household income of $60,000 or less, net worth under $200,000 (excluding primary residence and retirement accounts), and ownership/occupancy for at least six monthsDeadline: October 1, 2026 (annual application required)

Elderly Property Tax Credit (Prince George's County)

Up to 20% credit on county portion of property taxes

County-specific credit providing up to 20% reduction on county property taxes for senior homeowners

Eligibility: At least one homeowner age 65 or older, lived in home for at least 10 consecutive years, assessed value of $500,000 or lessDeadline: Contact Prince George's County Finance Department at (301) 952-2500

100% Disabled Veteran Exemption

100% exemption on principal residence

Complete property tax exemption for veterans with 100% service-connected disability

Eligibility: Veterans with 100% service-connected disability rating from the VADeadline: Contact SDAT at (301) 952-2500 for application procedures

Blind Exemption

Varies; provides property tax relief

Property tax exemption for legally blind individuals

Eligibility: Legally blind individuals certified by appropriate authorityDeadline: Contact SDAT at (301) 952-2500

Prince George's County Appeal Statistics

Avg Reduction

$1,624

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deadline to appeal my property taxes in Prince George's County?
Property owners in Prince George's County have 45 days from the date printed on their Assessment Notice to file an appeal with SDAT. For the 2026 reassessment cycle, many notices were issued in late December 2025 or early January 2026, making the appeal deadline around mid-February 2026 for those properties. Your specific deadline is printed on your assessment notice. Missing this deadline means you'll have to wait until the next assessment cycle or file a petition for review by January 1 for non-reassessment years if specific events have caused your property value to decline.
How do I file a property tax appeal online in Prince George's County?
To file your property tax appeal online in Prince George's County, visit assessmentappeals.dat.maryland.gov and enter your notice number and control number, which are located at the top and bottom of page 1 of your assessment notice. You'll need to select Prince George's County from the dropdown menu and choose your hearing preference: written review, phone hearing, in-person hearing, or virtual hearing. The online system allows you to submit supporting documentation electronically and is the fastest way to file your appeal. If you prefer, you can also mail the completed appeal form to the Prince George's County Assessment Office at 14735 Main Street, Suite 354B, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772.
What is the Homestead Tax Credit worth in Prince George's County?
The Homestead Tax Credit in Prince George's County caps annual increases in your taxable assessed value at 3% per year for the county portion of taxes, which is one of the lowest caps in Maryland. Combined with the state's 10% cap, this credit can provide substantial savings for homeowners whose property values increase significantly during reassessment years. For example, if your property value jumps from $350,000 to $420,000 during reassessment, the Homestead Credit limits your taxable increase to just 3% annually instead of the full $70,000 increase. This is a one-time application that remains in effect as long as you own and occupy the property, and you can apply online through SDAT at dat.maryland.gov.
What happens at a Property Tax Assessment Appeals Board (PTAAB) hearing in Prince George's County?
If your first-level appeal to the Supervisor of Assessments is denied, you can appeal to the Prince George's County PTAAB within 30 days. PTAAB hearings take place at the Courthouse, Suite 81B, 14735 Main St., Upper Marlboro, MD 20772, and are conducted by a board of appointed members who review appeals independently from SDAT. During the hearing, you'll present your evidence, including comparable sales, appraisals, photos, or repair estimates, and the board will question you about your property and valuation concerns. You may represent yourself or hire a professional representative, such as a property tax attorney or appraiser. The board will issue a written decision, typically within several weeks, and if you're still unsatisfied, you can appeal to the Maryland Tax Court within 30 days.
How much can I save by appealing my property taxes in Prince George's County?
According to property tax appeal data, successful appeals in Prince George's County save homeowners an average of $1,624 per year. With the county's effective tax rate of 1.19% and median home values of $380,500, even a modest assessment reduction of $50,000 would save approximately $595 annually, while a $100,000 reduction saves about $1,190 per year. These savings continue every year for as long as the reduced assessment remains in effect, making the cumulative savings substantial over time. The key to maximizing your savings is providing strong evidence of overvaluation, such as recent comparable sales showing lower market values, property defects, or professional appraisals supporting your claim.
What evidence do I need for a Prince George's County property tax appeal?
For a successful property tax appeal in Prince George's County, you should gather recent comparable sales of similar properties in your neighborhood that sold for less than your assessed value, showing SDAT overvalued your property. Additional strong evidence includes a professional appraisal conducted within the past year, photographs documenting property defects or needed repairs, contractor estimates for significant repairs, and any documentation of factors that negatively affect your property value such as environmental issues, drainage problems, or functional obsolescence. SDAT will provide you with a complementary property worksheet and area sales listing prior to your hearing, which you can use to identify weaknesses in their valuation. For income-producing properties, you must submit three years of income and expense statements at the Supervisor level or you cannot challenge the assessment using the income method at higher appeal levels.
Can I appeal my Prince George's County property taxes if I missed the 45-day deadline?
If you missed the 45-day deadline to appeal your reassessment notice in Prince George's County, you have limited options. You can file a Petition for Review by the first working day following January 1 for properties not being reassessed that year, but this is only appropriate if specific events have occurred since your last assessment that caused your property value to decline, such as fire damage, structural issues, or significant market changes. You cannot use a petition for review simply because you disagreed with your reassessment but missed the deadline. Your best option if you miss the deadline is to prepare thoroughly for the next reassessment cycle, which occurs every three years under Maryland's rolling assessment system. Consider setting a reminder when assessment notices are typically mailed in December-January so you don't miss future deadlines.
Does Prince George's County offer property tax relief for seniors?
Yes, Prince George's County offers multiple property tax relief programs for seniors age 65 and older. The county-specific Elderly Property Tax Credit provides up to a 20% reduction on the county portion of property taxes for homeowners who have lived in their home for at least 10 consecutive years and have a property assessed at $500,000 or less. Additionally, seniors may qualify for the state's Homeowners' Property Tax Credit if their combined gross household income is $60,000 or less and net worth is under $200,000 (excluding primary residence and retirement accounts). This sliding-scale credit can provide substantial relief, with the state paying property tax exceeding a percentage of gross income. The annual application deadline for the Homeowners' Property Tax Credit is October 1, 2026, and applications can be filed through Maryland OneStop or by contacting SDAT at (301) 952-2500.

Official Resources

Maryland SDAT Online Assessment Appeal Portal →

Official online portal to file property assessment appeals within 45 days of receiving your notice.

Prince George's County Assessment Office - SDAT →

Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation homepage with information on assessments, exemptions, and tax credits.

Prince George's County Property Tax Information →

Official county website with property tax payment information, credits, and contact details for tax-related services.

Prince George's County Property Tax Inquiry System →

Search and pay property taxes online, view tax history, and access account information for Prince George's County properties.

For state-wide appeal information including Maryland's assessment ratio and deadlines, see our Maryland Property Tax Appeal Guide →

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Sources: https://dat.maryland.gov/ | https://assessmentappeals.dat.maryland.gov/ | https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/finance/taxes/property-taxes | https://www.abodemoney.com/insights/property-tax/maryland/prince-georges-county | https://propertytaxrates.org/blog/maryland-property-tax-guide-2026 | https://www.millermillercanby.com/appeal-maryland-property-tax-assessments-by-february-13th/ | http://www.ptaab.state.md.us/prince-georges

Last verified: 2026-07-24