Newport News County, Virginia

2400 Washington Avenue
Newport News, Virginia 23607

County Website: Newport News county
Assessor Website: Newport News county assessor

Newport News County Property Assessment Adjustment Instructions

Gather evidence to support your appeal. This may include comparable sales data, property tax assessments of similar properties, and any other information that demonstrates that your assessment is incorrect.
Determine the deadline for filing an appeal. In Virginia, you typically have until May 31st to file an appeal for the current tax year.
Submit a property tax appeal form. You can obtain this form from the assessor's office or online.
Attend the assessment appeal hearing. This is an opportunity for you to present your evidence and explain why you believe your assessment is incorrect.
Wait for a decision. The assessor's office will review your appeal and issue a decision. If the decision is not in your favor, you may have the option to appeal to the Circuit Court.

It's important to note that the exact process for appealing a property tax assessment in Newport News County may vary slightly depending on the specific circumstances of your case. It's always a good idea to consult with an experienced attorney or tax professional if you have any questions or concerns about the process.

Here's how to lower your property taxes in Newport News county

Contact the county assessor

Contact the Newport News county tax assessor's office and ask for a review of the property's value. Visit the Newport News county assessor's website to find the phone number to call. If the assessor determines that your property is worth less than the value on which your taxes are based, your property taxes may be lowered.

Tax exemptions

Start by finding what your tax bill is. Typically you will find your tax bill information on your mortgage statement. Look for tax exemptions or credits that you may be eligible for. Many states and localities offer exemptions or credits for homeowners who meet certain criteria, information such as being over a certain age or having a low income. Newport News county may have these types of exemptions available for homeowners. These exemptions and credits can lower the property tax you owe.

Appeal tax assessment

Appeal the property tax assessment. If you believe that your property's value has been overestimated, you can typically appeal the assessment to your Newport News county tax assessor's office. This is part of the services that your assessor's office provides. You will need to provide evidence to support your claim, such as a recent appraisal or sales data for comparable properties and homes in your area. Usually, you will meet with the Board of Equalization. If your appeal is successful, your property taxes may be lowered.

Challenge the tax rate

Consider challenging the tax rate. In some cases, the amount of property taxes you owe is not based on the value of your property, but on the tax rate set by your local government. If you believe that the tax rate is too high, you can contact your Newport News county government and ask them to consider reducing it.

Property Tax Rules

Stay up-to-date on your property's value and property tax rules. For the purpose of lowering your Newport News county property tax, property value is the assessed property value and not the market property value. Assessed property value is used for taxation purposes while market property value is what a buyer and seller would likely agree on. Typically the assessed value is lower than the market value. Your property's value can change over time due to a variety of factors, such as changes in the local real estate market or improvements you make to your property. To ensure that your property taxes are accurate and fair, it is important to stay informed about your property's value and contact Newport News county local tax assessor's office if you believe there has been a significant change.

Keep in mind that property tax laws and regulations can vary, so it is important to consult with your Newport News county Virginia tax assessor's office for specific information about how to reduce your property taxes.

About Newport News County

Homes in Newport News county have a median home value of $193,129.

Newport News county home values are ranked 70 out of 133 counties in the state of Virginia for median home price. The average median home value in Virginia is $200,107. Covington county has the lowest median price at $64,822. Falls Church county has the highest median price at $812,393.

Compared to the rest of the United States, Newport News county homes have a median home value that is above the national median value of $130,626 by ~48%.

Virginia Median Home Values by County

The median household income in Newport News county is $54,511.

Compared to the state of Virginia and the United States, Newport News county's median household income is lower than the state of Virginia's average median household income of $63,093 and higher than the United States average median household income of $54,172.

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Newport News county's population has grown from 171,477 in 1990 to 186,247 in 2020, an increase of 8.6% over that time frame.

For comparison, the state of Virginia's population has grown from 6,189,197 in 1990 to 8,631,393 in 2020, an increase of 39% over that time frame.

In the United States, the population has grown from 248,790,925 in 1990 to 331,449,281 in 2020, an increase of 33% over that time frame.

Newport News county's population change from 1990 to 2020 is less than the population change for Virginia and the United States.

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