How to Appeal Your Property Tax in Minnesota
Minnesota homeowners can appeal their property tax assessment if they believe it's too high. This guide covers the 2026 appeal deadline, required evidence, and step-by-step process.
2026 Appeal Deadline: April 30
Don't miss your window. Missing the deadline means waiting another full year.
How Minnesota Assesses Property
Minnesota assesses residential property at 100% of market value.
Minnesota assesses property at 100% of estimated market value.
The Appeal Process
Appeals are heard by the County Board of Appeal and Equalization. An informal review is available before filing a formal appeal.
Assessor (Open Book Meeting)
Local Board of Appeal and Equalization
County Board of Appeal and Equalization
Minnesota Tax Court
Minnesota Appeal Deadline
What Overassessment Costs Minnesota Homeowners
The median home in Minnesota is worth $275,000. If your assessment is just 10% too high, you may be overpaying:
~$281/year
Effective tax rate: 1.02% · Median value: $275,000
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Minnesota Counties
Anoka County
Median: $338,000 · Rate: 0.97%
Deadline: Varies by municipality - Local Board of Appeal and Equalization meetings typically held April-June 2026; County Board of Appeal and Equalization on June 22, 2026; Minnesota Tax Court deadline is April 30, 2027 for 2026 assessments
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Becker County
Median: $249,600 · Rate: 0.74%
Deadline: Specified date in April or May listed on your Valuation of Real Property Notice for local board; County Board meets during the last 10 meeting days of June after the second Friday
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Dakota County
Median: $384,800 · Rate: 0.99%
Deadline: May 1, 2026
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Hennepin County
Median: $376,500 · Rate: 1.15%
Deadline: April 30, 2026 for County Board; April 30, 2026 for Tax Court petition
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Isanti County
Median: $283,200 · Rate: 1.04%
Deadline: April 30, 2026
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Ramsey County
Median: $394,700 · Rate: 1.24%
Deadline: May 4, 2026
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Washington County
Median: $422,000 · Rate: 0.99%
Deadline: Varies by city/township - Local Board of Appeal and Equalization meets April-May 2026; County Board of Appeal and Equalization typically held in mid-June (confirm the exact date with the county) (contact the county by early May 2026 for placement on the agenda); Minnesota Tax Court by April 30, 2027
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Minnesota Guides & Resources
📋 How to Appeal Property Taxes in Minnesota: Complete 2026 Guide
Complete guide with deadlines, forms, and step-by-step instructions
📋 How Much Can Property Taxes Increase in Minnesota? 2026 Complete Guide
Minnesota caps, limits, and protections
📅 Minnesota Property Tax Appeal Deadline 2026: April 30 or 30 Days
Minnesota filing deadlines and process
🏦 How to Appeal Property Taxes in Escrow in Minnesota (2026)
Yes, you can appeal even if your lender pays your taxes
🔑 Minnesota Won't Reassess an Inherited Home, But Homestead Status Doesn't Survive Probate
Annual valuation, the child-during-probate homestead carve-out, the senior deferral becoming due at death, and the $3M estate tax exclusion
👤 Minnesota's 3%-of-Income Senior Property Tax Cap (CR-SCD), the M1PR Senior $5,200 Subtraction, and the 12%-Trigger Targeting Refund
CR-SCD 3% cap + M1PR senior subtraction + 12%-trigger Targeting Refund
Minnesota Homestead Classification + Market Value Exclusion, Plus the Homestead Credit Refund
Minnesota's homestead exclusion is automatic for owner-occup
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