Bought my house 3 years ago in suburban PA. County assessor came by, I let them in thinking they’ll get it right. told me my place was worth 450k based on some comps down the street. I didn’t question it much, taxes seemed reasonable at first.
Fast forward, neighbors sell for way less, I get reassessment notice this year saying now its 620k. boom!! my taxes jump 2k a year. every year? called them, they say appeal if you want but good luck, most lose. I pulled Zillow and Redfin, similar houses going for under 500k. spent hours on hold, sent in my appeal with pics of crappy roof and outdated kitchen, waiting months now.
Friends say get an independent appraisal but that’s 500 bucks I don’t have. Feel so dumb for trusting them initially. Anyone beat a county assessment like this or just eat the cost forever? Location PA if it matters.