Pittsylvania County, Virginia

County Courthouse
PO BOX 426
Chatham, Virginia 24531

Tel: 434-432-7700
Fax: 434-432-7714

County Website: Pittsylvania county
Assessor Website: Pittsylvania county assessor

Pittsylvania County Property Assessment Adjustment Instructions

Get a copy of your property tax assessment from the Pittsylvania County Assessor's Office or by visiting this URL: https://www.pittsylvaniacountyva.gov/government/departments-a-g/assessor-s-office
Review your property tax assessment and compare it to similar properties in your area. If you notice any errors or discrepancies, reach out to the Pittsylvania County Assessor's Office and discuss your concerns. You can find their contact information on this page: https://www.pittsylvaniacountyva.gov/government/departments-a-g/assessor-s-office
If you're unable to resolve the issue with the Assessor's Office, you can file a formal appeal with the Pittsylvania County Board of Equalization. The deadline for filing an appeal is usually around the end of February each year. You can download the appeal form from this page: https://www.pittsylvaniacountyva.gov/home/showdocument?id=5800
Fill out the appeal form and submit it to the Board of Equalization. You can find more information about the appeal process on the Pittsylvania County website: https://www.pittsylvaniacountyva.gov/
Prepare your case for the appeal. This may involve gathering documentation such as recent home appraisals or comparable property values. You can find more information about the appeal process and what to expect on the Pittsylvania County website: https://www.pittsylvaniacountyva.gov/
Attend the scheduled hearing for your appeal and present your case to the Board of Equalization. Be prepared to answer any questions they may have and provide additional documentation if requested. You can find the address and contact information for the Board of Equalization on this page: https://www.pittsylvaniacountyva.gov/government/departments-a-g/board-of-equalization
After the hearing, the Board of Equalization will make a decision on your appeal and notify you of their decision in writing. You can find more information about the appeal process and what to expect on the Pittsylvania County website: https://www.pittsylvaniacountyva.gov/

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Here's how to lower your property taxes in Pittsylvania county

Contact the county assessor

Contact the Pittsylvania county tax assessor's office and ask for a review of the property's value. Visit the Pittsylvania 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. Pittsylvania 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 Pittsylvania 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 Pittsylvania 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 Pittsylvania 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 Pittsylvania 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 Pittsylvania county Virginia tax assessor's office for specific information about how to reduce your property taxes.

About Pittsylvania County

Homes in Pittsylvania county have a median home value of $124,149.

Pittsylvania county home values are ranked 106 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, Pittsylvania county homes have a median home value that is about the same as the national median value of $130,626 by ~-5%.

Virginia Median Home Values by County

The median household income in Pittsylvania county is $49,520.

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

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Pittsylvania county's population has grown from 55,672 in 1990 to 60,501 in 2020, an increase of 8.7% 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.

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

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Pittsylvania County Virginia Cities

Blairs, Callands, Cascade, Chatham, Dry Fork, Gretna, Hurt, Java, Keeling, Long Island, Pittsville, Ringgold, Sandy Level, Sutherlin

Pittsylvania County Virginia Zipcodes

24069 / 24139 / 24161 / 24527 / 24530 / 24531 / 24549 / 24557 / 24563 / 24565 / 24566 / 24569 / 24586 / 24594 /

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