Property Tax Radar

Property Tax Analysis · Harris County, TX · Tax Year 2026

11730 SELA LN

HOUSTON, TX 77072

TAX YEAR 2026 · HCAD

Verdict · Your Property Tax May Be Too High

~$96,954

above the neighborhood median assessed value for 1,502-sqft homes in 77072. Higher than 99% of flagged homes in this zip.

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The evidence

This parcel is assessed at $190.67/sqft. The median for comparable homes in 77072 is $126.12/sqft51% above the neighborhood comp set.

FIG. 01 · $/SQFT DISTRIBUTION · 77072 · N=10,813

HCAD assessed value $286,393
Neighborhood median assessed value $189,439
Assessment ratio vs. median 151%
Estimated overassessment ~$96,954
Living area 1,502 sqft

SOURCE: HARRIS CENTRAL APPRAISAL DISTRICT · 2026 ROLLS

What it means

In plain terms: your home is assessed higher than comparable nearby homes, which means your annual property tax bill is likely higher than it should be. You have the right to challenge it.

Texas Tax Code §41.43(b)(3) lets homeowners protest on grounds of unequal appraisal — an assessment materially higher than comparable properties. This is a right, not a favor. HCAD is required to appraise residential properties at 100% of market value; when your assessed value per square foot is meaningfully higher than your neighbors', you're paying more than your fair share.

The deadline

May 15, 2026

26 days left

The Harris County protest window is open. Ownwell files ahead of the deadline on your behalf, or you can file yourself for free.

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