Cherokee County Appraisal District
Local Appraisal District
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- When it comes time to present your case, our seasoned team brings together razor-sharp analysis and the precise data needed to meet the strict standards of the Cherokee Appraisal Review Board and Central Appraisal District.
Cherokee County Appraisal District
Local Appraisal District
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- Simple, online enrollment in just minutes, or call us at 713.290.9700 if you prefer.
- No fees ever unless we reduce your property taxes, not even a nickel. We promise.
- Aggressive property tax consultants with hundreds of years collective experience. We understand the people and process to negotiate lower property taxes for you. Our interests are properly aligned. We never, ever get paid unless you reduce your property taxes.
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Cherokee County Appraisal District’s (CAD) formal and informal 2024 hearing results are displayed below:
- Cherokee CAD reported that the combined total of informal and formal tax savings was $1.27 million in 2024.
- Cherokee County property owners protested the taxable value of 2,090 accounts in 2024
- In Cherokee County, 37% of formal protests and 66% of informal protests resulted in a reduction for 2024. Saving property owners money in tax reductions: $1 million from informal protests and $200,000 via the ARB.
- Since 2018, more property owners began contesting, with protest rates steadily climbing up to 3% by 2024.
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1,148
Average HCAD Tax Savings
Average Property Tax Savings from Protesting (Informal + Formal)
Residential Property
343
Commercial Property
1,966
Disclaimer: O’Connor is a property tax consultant and is not affiliated with any appraisal district. Data for graphs provided by Texas comptroller.
Single Family Commercial / Other Total
Disclaimer: O’Connor is a property tax consultant and is not affiliated with any appraisal district. Data for graphs provided by Texas comptroller.
Single Family Commercial / Other Total
2023 County Appraisal District Statistics
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County: Cherokee -
Street Address: 107 E. 6th St. Rusk, TX 75785-1101 -
Mailing Address: P.O Box 494 Rusk, TX 75785-0494 -
Phone: 903-683-2296
Major Cities:
Alto, Cuney, Gallatin, Jacksonville, Mount Selman, New Summerfield, Rusk, Wells, Reklaw
Cherokee County totals 1,052 square miles, with a population of about 53,223 in 2020. Adjacent counties include Smith, Rusk, Angelina, Nacogdoches, Houston, Anderson, and Henderson. The total market value of real and personal property in Cherokee County in 2023 was $8.04 billion. Cherokee County 2023 property taxes were estimated to total $72.08 million based on an effective tax rate of 2.1%, including homestead exemptions. Cherokee County property owners protested the appraised value of 869 houses and 1,535 commercial and BPP properties. Cherokee County Appraisal Review Board appeals were successful for 3.9% of property owners. Property tax protests in Cherokee County resulted in savings of $1.96 million in 2023, or $815.30 per account protested. The 2023 budget for the Cherokee Appraisal District was $1.77 million, including 12 employees.
Cherokee Property Tax Values
Average Cherokee Property Tax Values
1,148
Average Texas Property Tax Values
1,148
Frequently Asked Questions
Property owners can file a protest with the Cherokee County Appraisal District by May 15 or within 30 days of receiving their notice. The process includes reviewing property values, submitting evidence like comparable sales, and attending informal or formal hearings. Professional consultants can handle filings, evidence preparation, and hearings to improve success rates.
Savings vary, but data shows millions in total reductions annually. In 2024, property owners achieved over $1.27 million in total tax savings, with many reductions occurring during informal hearings. Individual savings depend on property type, valuation errors, and supporting evidence.
Many consultants work on a contingency basis, meaning there is no upfront fee. You only pay if your property tax is successfully reduced, aligning incentives with property owners seeking maximum savings.
Over-assessments can occur due to outdated market data, incorrect property details, or mass appraisal methods. Counties use broad valuation models that may not reflect individual property conditions, leading to higher taxable values.
Yes, protesting annually is recommended because property values and market conditions change each year. Regular protests help ensure your property is fairly assessed and prevent long-term overpayment.
