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Property Tax Appeal in Hillsboro

Find out if your Hillsboro property is over-assessed. Free 60-second check, then $45 flat for a complete appeal packet with evidence and forms.

Hillsboro Property Tax Quick Facts

Location
Hillsboro, Oregon
Washington County
Assessed By
Washington County Assessment & Taxation
Appeal Deadline
December 31
County Tax Rate
~1.08%
Shared with Hillsboro
$480,000
County Median Home Value
1.08%
Avg. Effective Tax Rate
December 31
Appeal Deadline
$778
Est. Annual Savings

How to Appeal Property Taxes in Hillsboro

1

Check your assessment

Enter your Hillsboro address for a free 60-second check. We compare your assessed value against comparable sales and neighborhood data.

2

Get your evidence packet

If over-assessed, pay $45 for a complete appeal packet with comparable sales, equity analysis, and pre-filled forms for Washington County.

3

File your appeal

Submit your appeal to Washington County Assessment & Taxation before December 31. Our filing guide walks you through every step.

About the Hillsboro Property Market

Hillsboro is a city located in Washington County, Oregon. Every property inside the Hillsboro city limits is assessed by Washington County Assessment & Taxation, which applies Oregon property tax rules uniformly across the county.

Because Hillsboro property values are set at the county level, the $480,000 county median home value and 1.08% effective tax rate apply to homes throughout the city. Homeowners who believe their Hillsboro home is over-assessed have the right to file a appeal directly with Washington County Assessment & Taxation before the December 31 deadline.

Oregon allows the assessor to defend or adjust the assessed value during a appeal, so Hillsboro homeowners should build a strong evidence-based case before filing — which is exactly what ProtestMax generates for $45.

Hillsboro Property Market Context

Region
Pacific Northwest
Climate
Marine (west) to semi-arid (east)

Every Hillsboro homeowner operates under Oregon property tax law, and understanding the state context is the first step toward a successful challenge.

Oregon market character

Oregon uses a permanent rate system (Measure 50) that caps annual assessed value increases at 3%. Assessed value is usually well below real market value, but if real market value drops below assessed value, homeowners can petition for relief.

How Oregon handles appeals

Oregon homeowners file a petition with the county Board of Property Tax Appeals (BOPTA), then the Magistrate Division of the Oregon Tax Court. The state is procedurally friendly and evidence-driven.

When to file in Hillsboro

BOPTA petitions are due by December 31 of the year the tax statement is received. This is one of the latest deadlines in the country.

Common Hillsboro Property Types

Hillsboro homeowners typically file protests across these property categories:

Single-family homes

The most common residential type and the dominant protest category.

Condominiums

Common in denser parts of the city and near employment centers.

Townhouses

Attached-home neighborhoods in newer subdivisions.

Small multi-family

Duplexes and 2-4 unit buildings assessed as income property.

Commercial

Retail, office, and small commercial along major corridors.

ProtestMax supports all of the above property types in Hillsboro. Each appealpacket is tailored to the property's classification and uses comparable sales from Hillsboro and surrounding Washington County neighborhoods.

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Hillsboro Property Tax Appeal Questions

How do I appeal my property tax in Hillsboro, Oregon?
File a appeal with Washington County Assessment & Taxation by the December 31 deadline. Hillsboro property taxes are assessed at the county level by Washington County. ProtestMax generates your complete appeal packet for $45 flat.
What is the property tax rate in Hillsboro?
Property taxes in Hillsboro are assessed by Washington County at approximately 1.08%. Based on the county median home value of $480,000, the average annual tax bill is approximately $5,184.
When is the appeal deadline for Hillsboro property taxes?
The appeal deadline for Hillsboro (Washington County) is December 31. File before this date to preserve your right to appeal.
How much can I save on property taxes in Hillsboro?
A successful appeal in Hillsboro typically reduces the assessed value by 10-20%. On the county median home value of $480,000, a 15% reduction saves approximately $778 per year.
Can my Hillsboro property tax increase from filing a appeal?
In Oregon, there is a small theoretical risk your assessed value could increase during a appeal. However, this is rare, and most homeowners see a reduction or no change.

Nearby Cities in Washington County

These Oregon cities share the same appeal deadline (December 31) and are assessed by Washington County Assessment & Taxation.