How Do I Get Comparable Sales Data To Appeal My Assessment?
You can get comparable sales information from records at the county assessor’s office, realtors, or title companies. You should use property sales that are most comparable to your property and which are sold closest to the assessment or appraisal of your property. The best comparisons are those where you have data on both properties side by side: for each sale comparison, make sure to include the parcel number (if applicable), date of the sale price, as well as any other factors important in making an accurate determination such as square footage and lot size; always be mindful not only about comparables but also differences between them when comparing values!
Comparative Factors For Land
Location
Size
Acreage
Road Frontage
Water Frontage
Usable/buildable space
Views and Waterfront
Access to utilities
Sewer
Septic
Electric
Gas
Water
Access issues
Wetlands
Zoning classification and restrictions
Environmental contamination
Comparative Factors For Improvements and Buildings
Type of construction materials used
Architectural style
Square footage of the total living area, commercial area, garages, and outbuildings
Age
Number of stories
Types and quality of improvements
Building condition
Number of bedrooms and bathrooms
Fireplaces
Garages
Other Useful Evidence For Appealing Your Assessed Value
A map of the location of your property and those properties you are comparing it to.
Appraisals prepared by others of both your property and comparables if available.
Documentation by others identifying problems with your property.
Written estimates of the cost to repair your property.