Montgomery County âÃÂàhome to The Woodlands, Conroe, Spring (Montgomery County portions), Magnolia, and some of the most sought-after communities north of Houston âÃÂàhas seen dramatic property value appreciation alongside population growth that shows no signs of slowing. The Montgomery Central Appraisal District (MCAD) values over 220,000 parcels annually using mass-appraisal methods that struggle to keep pace with a dynamic, fast-growing market. Texas law gives every Montgomery County homeowner the right to protest annually. Here is everything you need to know for 2026.
How MCAD Values Montgomery County Properties
The Montgomery Central Appraisal District uses computer-assisted mass appraisal (CAMA) to estimate the value of all real property in the county as of January 1st each year. Montgomery County's growth has created a wide range of market conditions âÃÂàfrom established luxury communities in The Woodlands to rapidly developing areas near Magnolia and Conroe where new construction creates valuation complexity. MCAD's models are calibrated on broad market trends and cannot account for micro-market differences between adjacent neighborhoods. If your home has characteristics that make it worth less than the model's estimate âÃÂàcondition issues, location disadvantages, or proximity to commercial development âÃÂàyou have grounds to protest.
MCAD 2026 Protest Deadline
MCAD mails Notices of Appraised Value in April. Your deadline is the later of May 15, 2026, or 30 days from your notice mailing date.
- ✓Standard deadline: May 15, 2026
- ✓Extended: 30 days from notice mail date if mailed after April 15
- ✓MCAD address: 109 Gladstell St, Conroe, TX 77301
- ✓Online protest filing at mcad-tx.org
- ✓TaxAppeal files via USPS certified mail with return receipt
The Woodlands and Montgomery County Market Context
The Woodlands is one of the most successful master-planned communities in the country, and property values there have remained resilient even as broader Houston-area markets corrected. However, The Woodlands' premium creates a natural protest opportunity: MCAD's models sometimes overvalue homes in areas adjacent to The Woodlands that don't carry the same premium. In Conroe and Magnolia, rapid new construction has created abundant buyer alternatives that put pressure on resale values âÃÂàa fact MCAD's models often miss.
Evidence That Works at MCAD Informal Hearings
MCAD informal hearings follow the standard Texas framework. Comparable sales are the primary evidence; property condition and location documentation provide supplemental support.
- ✓Comparable sales: Recent closed sales in your specific community, similar size, age, and amenities
- ✓New construction competition: Builder prices in your area at or below your assessed value
- ✓MUD tax impact: Montgomery County MUD taxes significantly affect net carrying cost and buyer demand
- ✓Property defects: Foundation, roof, HVAC, and drainage issues
- ✓MCAD record errors: Wrong square footage, pool status, or bedroom count
Montgomery County Cities TaxAppeal Serves
TaxAppeal serves all Montgomery County property owners including those in The Woodlands, Conroe, Magnolia, Montgomery, Willis, Splendora, Cut and Shoot, Panorama Village, Patton Village, Roman Forest, Shenandoah, and all unincorporated Montgomery County areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MCAD protest deadline for 2026? ▾
May 15, 2026, or 30 days from your Notice of Appraised Value mailing date, whichever is later.
Does TaxAppeal cover The Woodlands? ▾
Yes. TaxAppeal serves all Montgomery County property owners including The Woodlands, which spans both Montgomery and Harris counties. Check your notice to confirm your appraisal district.
Do MUD taxes affect my Montgomery County property tax protest? ▾
MUD taxes are levied separately from your county appraisal district assessment. Protesting your MCAD value reduces your county, school, and other jurisdiction taxes but not your MUD tax, which is based on a separate rate applied to the same assessed value.
Can my MCAD assessment increase if I protest? ▾
No. Texas law prohibits the appraisal district from raising your assessed value as a result of your protest.
What is the average savings from a Montgomery County protest? ▾
Successful Montgomery County protests typically save $1,500âÃÂÃÂ$2,400 per year depending on property value and the strength of comparable sales evidence.
Does TaxAppeal serve Spring, TX? ▾
Spring spans both Harris and Montgomery counties. TaxAppeal serves the Montgomery County portion (under MCAD) as well as the Harris County portion (under HCAD).