Prince William County Property Tax Appeal, Virginia

Step 1: Contact the Real Estate Assessments Office at (703) 792-6780 as soon as you receive your assessment notice in spring to speak with the appraiser in your area about your assessment and valuation concerns. This informal review may resolve the issue without a formal appeal.

Step 2: If unresolved through informal review, file an administrative appeal with the Real Estate Assessments Office before the June deadline (typically June 1-2 for 2026 assessments). This is an optional step before proceeding to the Board of Equalization.

Step 3: If still unsatisfied, file a formal appeal with the Board of Equalization by July 1, 2026. No application fee is required and attorney representation is optional. Submit the Board of Equalization Appeal Application Form by mail, email, or in person.

Step 4: Attend your Board of Equalization hearing where you'll present evidence such as comparable sales, photos of property condition, repair estimates, and an independent appraisal to support your case. The Board is composed of eight county taxpayers who provide an independent third-party opinion.

Step 5: If the Board of Equalization denies your appeal or you disagree with their decision, you may file a final appeal with the Circuit Court of Prince William County within three years of the assessment date.

Step 6: If no further administrative appeals can be made and the Circuit Court option is exhausted, you have completed the appeal process. Note that Virginia law presumes the assessor's valuation is correct, so the burden of proof is on the property owner.