Travis Bunn
Founder, AppealDesk · Published February 28, 2026
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Updated March 2026
If you're considering appealing your property taxes, you're probably wondering what exactly goes into a winning evidence packet. Let's walk through a real packet section by section, so you know exactly what $49 gets you.
A professional property tax appeal evidence packet typically contains:
Total: 12-20 pages of professional documentation
The cover letter sets the tone for your entire appeal. Here's what it includes:
"Based on the enclosed comparable sales analysis, I respectfully request the Board reduce my property's assessed value from $425,000 to $368,000, which reflects the true market value supported by recent sales data."
The letter is customized with your specific data, not a generic template.
This is the heart of your appeal - typically 3-5 pages of detailed analysis.
The analysis shows exactly how each comparable supports your requested value.
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Your packet includes detailed property information to establish credibility.
Boards often work from outdated or incorrect data. Providing accurate information prevents dismissal on technical grounds.
Professional packets include visual elements that make your case clear at a glance.
Shows your property and all comparables on one map with:
Visual comparison showing:
If relevant, showing:
A 1-2 page summary providing context for your appeal.
This gives boards the "big picture" supporting your specific comparables.
Depending on your situation, packets may include:
Each piece directly supports your value argument.
Your packet includes all required forms for your county:
All forms are pre-filled with your information - just review and sign.
Don't guess how to file. Your packet includes:
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Here's what a typical comparison grid looks like:
| Feature | Your Property | Comp 1 | Comp 2 | Comp 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Address | 123 Oak St | 456 Oak St | 789 Elm St | 321 Maple Ave |
| Sale Date | (Assessed) | 3 months ago | 5 months ago | 2 months ago |
| Sale Price | $425,000* | $361,000 | $372,000 | $365,000 |
| Sq Ft | 2,150 | 2,200 | 2,100 | 2,175 |
| Bedrooms | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2.5 |
| Garage | 2-car | 2-car | 2-car | 2-car |
| Lot Size | 0.25 acre | 0.23 acre | 0.27 acre | 0.24 acre |
| Adjusted Value | - | $359,000 | $376,000 | $362,000 |
*Current assessment
Average Adjusted Value of Comparables: $365,667 Your Assessment: $425,000 (16% over market)
Every page of your evidence packet is:
Boards review hundreds of appeals. Professional presentation gets attention and results.
A winning evidence packet is:
You could spend weeks creating this yourself, or get a professional packet in 5 minutes for $49.
When boards see a packet like this, they know you're serious. More importantly, they see the evidence clearly supports your request.
Remember: The packet itself doesn't guarantee success. What decides most appeals is the quality of the evidence: recent comparable sales, correct property facts, and a value the board can adopt.