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Lawrence County Property Tax Appeal, Ohio

Travis BunnTravis Bunn·Updated July 25, 2026

Lawrence County is Ohio's southernmost county, located along the Ohio River in the Appalachian region. The county seat is Ironton, with other major population centers including South Point, Proctorville, and Coal Grove. With a median home value of $135,600 and an effective property tax rate of 0.88%, Lawrence County homeowners pay significantly less than both state and national averages. The median annual property tax bill of $1,193 is well below Ohio's state median of $2,145 and the national median of $2,400, making Lawrence County one of Ohio's most affordable counties for property tax burden.

Notable cities: Ironton, South Point, Proctorville, Coal Grove

Median Home

$135,600

Tax Rate

0.88%

Annual Tax

$1,193

On the typical Lawrence County home, valued near $135,600 at the county’s effective tax rate of 0.88%, 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: March 31, 2026

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For Tax Year 2025 (payable 2026), complaints must be filed between January 1, 2026 and March 31, 2026 by 11:59 PM EST. Mailed complaints must be received by March 31 unless the envelope bears a USPS postmark of March 31 or earlier. There are no extensions to this deadline. Lawrence County is in the first year of its triennial reappraisal cycle, meaning successful appeals may result in tax savings for all three years of the valuation period.

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How Lawrence County Assesses Property

35%of market value

Assessed by: Lawrence County Auditor's Office

Assessment cycle: triennial

Notices typically mailed: Spring (typically April-May)

Lawrence County assesses property values on a triennial (three-year) cycle, with 2025 being the first year of the current triennial. Ohio law requires all residential property to be assessed at 35% of its market value. For example, if your home's market value is $135,600 (the county median), your assessed value would be $47,460 ($135,600 × 0.35), resulting in approximately $1,193 in annual taxes at the county's effective rate of 0.88%.

The Appeal Process

Appeals are heard by the Board of Revision. The Lawrence County Board of Revision consists of three elected officials: the County Auditor, County Treasurer, and a County Commissioner. After you file, you'll be scheduled for a hearing where you'll have 15-30 minutes to present your evidence. The Board weighs all evidence to determine fair market value and will mail you a written decision.

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Step 1: Request an informal review with the Lawrence County Auditor's Office before filing a formal appeal. Call (740) 533-4310 to discuss your property valuation and potentially resolve the issue without a formal hearing.

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Step 2: Gather evidence to support your appeal, including recent comparable sales of similar properties in your neighborhood (arm's length transactions only), photographs showing property condition or defects, repair estimates for needed work, and a professional appraisal if available. The burden of proof is on the property owner.

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Step 3: Complete DTE Form 1 (Complaint Against the Valuation of Real Property) with your opinion of your property's full market value (before the 35% assessment ratio is applied). You must clearly state your opinion of value and submit evidence to prove it. The form must be signed and notarized.

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Step 4: File your completed DTE Form 1 with all supporting evidence to the Lawrence County Board of Revision by March 31, 2026. Include your parcel number, current auditor's value, your opinion of value, and detailed reasons for the requested change. Attach all evidence with your initial filing.

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Step 5: If required, attend your Board of Revision hearing. You will be notified at least 10 days prior to your hearing date. Hearings typically last 15-30 minutes. Present your evidence professionally and be prepared to answer questions from the three-member board (County Auditor, County Treasurer, and County Commissioner).

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Step 6: Receive the Board of Revision's written decision by mail. If you disagree with the decision, you have 30 days from the date the decision is mailed to appeal to the Ohio Board of Tax Appeals (using DTE Form 4) or the Court of Common Pleas.

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Step 7: If the Board of Revision's decision is still unsatisfactory, file an appeal with the Ohio Board of Tax Appeals or Lawrence County Court of Common Pleas within 30 days of receiving the Board's decision. This is the final level of administrative appeal before potential court action.

Required form: DTE Form 1 (Complaint Against the Valuation of Real Property)

Filing Methods

mail:Lawrence County Board of Revision, 111 South 4th Street, Ironton, OH 45638
in-person:Lawrence County Auditor's Office, 111 South 4th Street, 2nd Floor, Ironton, OH 45638. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
phone:Call (740) 533-4310 to request a property tax appeal form

Evidence to Bring

Recent comparable sales (arm's length transactions within the last 1-3 years)Purchase agreements or closing statements if property was recently soldProfessional appraisal reportPhotographs showing property condition, damage, or needed repairsRepair estimates or contractor bids for necessary workIncome and expense statements for rental properties

Lawrence County Assessor Contact

Lawrence County Auditor's Office

Website: https://lawrencecountyauditor.org

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tax Exemptions in Lawrence County

Homestead Exemption (Senior/Disabled)

$29,000 exemption from market value (2026 tax year)

Reduces taxable value for qualifying senior citizens (age 65+), permanently and totally disabled persons, and surviving spouses

Eligibility: Must be age 65 by December 31, 2026, OR permanently and totally disabled, OR surviving spouse of qualified homeowner. Must own and occupy as primary residence as of January 1. Ohio Adjusted Gross Income must not exceed $41,000 for 2026 applications (based on 2025 income). Social Security income does not count toward this threshold.Deadline: December 31 of the tax year for which exemption is sought (real property). Apply using DTE Form 105A with the Lawrence County Auditor.

Disabled Veteran Homestead Exemption

$58,000 exemption from market value (approximately double the standard homestead exemption)

Enhanced exemption for veterans with 100% service-connected disability rating, with no income limit

Eligibility: Must have received a 100% disability rating for service-connected disabilities from the VA, OR a 100% disability rating based on individual unemployability. Must own and occupy property as primary residence. No income limit applies. Discharged under honorable conditions required.Deadline: December 31 of the tax year. Apply using DTE Form 105I (not the standard DTE 105A) with copy of DD-214 and VA disability award letter.

Owner-Occupancy Tax Reduction

2.5% reduction on property taxes

Available to all homeowners who occupy their property as their primary residence

Eligibility: Property must be owner-occupied as primary residence. This reduction is applied automatically on tax bills in addition to the standard 10% rollback.Deadline: File DTE Form 105C with county auditor. This is a one-time application that remains in effect as long as you occupy the property.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deadline to appeal my property taxes in Lawrence County for 2026?
The deadline to file a property tax appeal in Lawrence County is March 31, 2026. You must file your DTE Form 1 complaint between January 1 and March 31, 2026 by 11:59 PM EST. If mailing your appeal, it must be postmarked by March 31 or received by that date. There are no extensions to this deadline. Since Lawrence County is in the first year of its triennial reappraisal cycle (tax year 2025), a successful appeal could result in tax savings for all three years of the valuation period, making the 2026 filing window particularly valuable.
How much can I save by appealing my property taxes in Lawrence County?
Savings from a successful property tax appeal in Lawrence County depend on how much your assessment is reduced and the county's effective tax rate of 0.88%. For example, if you successfully reduce your home's market value by $20,000, your assessed value drops by $7,000 (at the 35% assessment ratio), saving you approximately $62 per year. A $50,000 market value reduction would save about $154 annually. Because Lawrence County is in the first year of its triennial cycle, successful 2026 appeals can lock in savings for three full years (tax years 2025, 2026, and 2027), potentially tripling your total savings.
What evidence do I need for a successful Lawrence County property tax appeal?
The most compelling evidence for a Lawrence County property tax appeal includes recent comparable sales of similar homes in your neighborhood sold within the last 1-3 years in arm's length transactions. You should also provide your original purchase documents if you bought recently, photographs documenting property condition or defects, repair estimates for needed work, and ideally a professional appraisal. The Lawrence County Board of Revision explicitly states they cannot consider foreclosures or tax lien sales as valid comparables. Your evidence must clearly demonstrate that your property's market value is lower than the auditor's valuation, and you must submit all evidence with your initial DTE Form 1 filing or at least 5 days before your hearing.
What happens at a Board of Revision hearing in Lawrence County?
At a Lawrence County Board of Revision hearing, you will have approximately 15-30 minutes to present your case before a three-member panel consisting of the County Auditor, County Treasurer, and a County Commissioner (or their designated representatives). You will present your evidence showing why your property's market value should be lower than the county's assessment. The Board members may ask questions about your property and your evidence. The Board weighs all properly submitted evidence to determine the fair market value and makes a decision based on the facts presented. You will receive a written decision by mail after the hearing. The burden of proof is entirely on you as the property owner to justify your requested value change.
What is the homestead exemption worth in Lawrence County in 2026?
In Lawrence County for 2026, the standard homestead exemption is worth $29,000 off your home's market value. At Lawrence County's effective tax rate of 0.88%, this exemption saves approximately $89 per year for qualifying seniors and disabled homeowners. To qualify, you must be age 65 or older by December 31, 2026, or permanently and totally disabled, and your Ohio Adjusted Gross Income cannot exceed $41,000 (Social Security income excluded). Disabled veterans with a 100% VA service-connected rating qualify for an enhanced $58,000 exemption with no income limit, saving approximately $178 annually, and should file using DTE Form 105I instead of the standard DTE Form 105A.
Can I appeal my property taxes in Lawrence County if I already appealed during the last triennial cycle?
Ohio law generally allows only one filing per triennial (three-year) period. However, since tax year 2025 (payable 2026) is the first year of Lawrence County's new triennial reappraisal cycle, most property owners are eligible to file a new appeal even if they filed during the previous cycle. If you filed an appeal for tax years 2022, 2023, or 2024, you can file a new appeal for 2025. The advantage of appealing in the first year of the triennial is significant: if successful, your reduced valuation applies to all three years (2025, 2026, and 2027), maximizing your tax savings. If you miss the 2026 filing window, you generally cannot appeal again until the next triennial cycle unless your property circumstances change substantially.
How do I file a property tax appeal in Lawrence County online?
Lawrence County does not currently offer an online portal for filing Board of Revision property tax appeals. You must file your DTE Form 1 complaint either by mail to Lawrence County Board of Revision, 111 South 4th Street, Ironton, OH 45638, or in person at the Lawrence County Auditor's Office on the 2nd floor of the same address during business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM). You can call (740) 533-4310 to request that a DTE Form 1 be mailed to you. All complaints must be signed and notarized before submission. While some larger Ohio counties offer electronic filing, Lawrence County requires paper submissions for Board of Revision complaints.
What are school districts allowed to do if I appeal my property taxes in Lawrence County?
Ohio has a unique counter-complaint provision that allows school districts to challenge your appeal and potentially argue for a higher valuation. When you file a DTE Form 1 complaint in Lawrence County, the school district where your property is located has the right to file a counter-complaint within 30 days if they believe your property value should actually be increased. This risk is most significant for complaints seeking large reductions ($50,000 or more in market value). While your original complaint can only result in a lower or unchanged value, a school district counter-complaint could potentially result in your value being raised above where it started. However, school districts must follow specific notification procedures and generally counter-appeal only on high-value properties. This is an important risk to understand before filing an appeal in Ohio.

Official Resources

Lawrence County Auditor Official Website →

Access property records, search parcel information, view tax appraisal history, and find Board of Revision forms and contact information.

Lawrence County Treasurer - Tax Payment Portal →

Pay property taxes online, view current tax bills, check payment history, and access MuniciPay online payment system.

Ohio Department of Taxation - Property Tax Forms →

Download official DTE forms including Form 1 (Board of Revision complaint), Form 105A (Homestead Exemption), and Form 105I (Disabled Veteran Exemption).

Ohio Board of Tax Appeals →

File appeals from Board of Revision decisions, access case information, and learn about the state-level property tax appeal process.

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

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Last verified: 2026-07-25