Arkansas property tax appeals are among the most straightforward in any state TaxAppeal serves. The process is free, uses a postmark deadline (forgiving of timing), and does not carry the two-way review risk that Georgia homeowners face. If you have never appealed your Arkansas property taxes before, this guide walks you through every step from checking your assessment to the Board of Equalization hearing.
Step 1: Check Your Assessment
Arkansas assessments are conducted by your county assessor. Your assessed value is set at 20% of the county appraiser's estimate of your property's fair market value. Look up your current assessment on your county assessor's website — most Arkansas counties provide searchable property records online. Compare your assessor's market value estimate to recent sale prices of similar homes in your neighborhood using Zillow, Redfin, or county recorder records.
- ✓Market value (appraised value): What the county assessor believes your home is worth
- ✓Assessed value: 20% of market value — what your millage rate is applied to
- ✓Find your assessment: Visit your county assessor's website and search by address
- ✓Compare to sales: Search Zillow/Redfin for recent sales of similar nearby homes
- ✓If market value exceeds comparable sale prices: You have grounds to appeal
Step 2: File Your Appeal Before August 17
File a written appeal with your county Board of Equalization before the August 17 postmark deadline. Your appeal should state that you are challenging the county assessor's market value estimate and provide the value you believe is correct. Include your comparable sales evidence or indicate you will present it at the hearing. Arkansas is straightforward — the BOE is a county-level body specifically designed to hear property owner complaints.
- ✓Deadline: Postmark by August 17, 2026 — mailing the appeal by August 17 is sufficient
- ✓File with: Your county Board of Equalization (through your county assessor's office)
- ✓No filing fee: Arkansas BOE appeals are completely free
- ✓Include: Your name, property address, parcel number, assessed market value, proposed market value
- ✓Evidence: Attach comparable sales or bring them to the hearing
- ✓Legal basis: Cite Arkansas Code Annotated §26-27-317
Step 3: The BOE Hearing
The Arkansas Board of Equalization is a county-level panel that meets annually during the appeal window (June-August) to hear property owner challenges. Hearings are informal — you present your comparable sales evidence, the assessor may respond, and the board issues a determination. Arkansas BOEs are generally accessible and receptive to homeowners presenting clear, organized evidence.
- ✓Hearings are informal: No lawyers required, no formal courtroom procedure
- ✓Present your evidence: 3-5 comparable sales in your area that sold below your assessed market value
- ✓Board response: May accept your value, offer a partial reduction, or maintain the original assessment
- ✓If unsatisfied: You can appeal further to the Arkansas Assessment Coordination Division
- ✓Timeline: Most BOE hearings and decisions occur between June and October
Key Difference from Florida and Texas: No Two-Way Risk
One of the most reassuring aspects of the Arkansas BOE process is that — unlike Georgia — filing an appeal does not expose you to a value increase. The BOE can only reduce or maintain your assessment. This means there is no risk in filing when you believe your property is over-assessed — the worst outcome is that your value stays the same.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Arkansas property tax appeal deadline for 2026? ▾
August 17, 2026. Arkansas uses a postmark deadline — mailing your appeal by August 17 is sufficient. Unlike Florida, you do not need physical receipt by this date.
Can my Arkansas assessment go up if I appeal? ▾
No. This is a key advantage of Arkansas's system. The Board of Equalization can only reduce or maintain your assessment — filing cannot result in an increase.
Is there a filing fee for Arkansas property tax appeals? ▾
No. Arkansas BOE appeals are completely free to file.
Do I need a lawyer for an Arkansas BOE hearing? ▾
No. Arkansas BOE hearings are informal and designed for property owners to represent themselves. Comparable sales evidence is all you need.
How long does the Arkansas BOE process take? ▾
From filing to decision, typically 2-4 months. Hearings are held during the appeal window (June-August) and decisions issued through October in most counties.
Can I appeal Arkansas property taxes every year? ▾
Yes. The Arkansas BOE process is annual. You can file each year during the June 1 — August 17 window.