Bexar County Property Tax Timeline: Key Dates
Bexar County property tax deadlines are spread across the full calendar year - from the January 1 appraisal date through the January 31 payment deadline. Missing any of them can cost you. Here are the key dates and what to do at each stage.
Why the Timeline Matters
Every step in the protest process - from receiving your appraisal notice to attending your hearing - is tied to a specific deadline. Miss one and you lose your shot at a reduction for the year.
Key 2025 Property Tax Dates for Bexar County
January 1: Appraisal Date
This is the date used by the Bexar Appraisal District (BCAD) to determine your property’s market value. Any evidence you use to protest must reflect the condition and market trends as of this date.
April: Appraisal Notices Mailed
BCAD typically mails out appraisal notices in early to mid-April. These notices detail your property’s new assessed value and instructions for filing a protest.
What to do: Review your notice as soon as it arrives. Compare the new value to previous years and check for errors in property details.
May 15 (or 30 Days After Notice): Protest Deadline
This is your last chance to file a protest. The official deadline is either May 15 or 30 days after your notice was mailed-whichever is later.
What to do: File your protest online, by mail, or in person. Don’t wait until the last minute in case of technical issues.
June–July: Informal Reviews and ARB Hearings Begin
Once protests are submitted, BCAD will schedule informal review meetings. If your case isn’t resolved informally, you’ll proceed to a formal hearing before the Appraisal Review Board (ARB).
What to do: Gather strong evidence (comps, photos, estimates) and organize your argument. Ballard Property Tax Protest can handle this for you to ensure your case is airtight.
October: Tax Rates Finalized
Local taxing entities, like school districts and cities, finalize their tax rates in October. This is the final step in determining your total tax bill.
Note: You cannot protest the tax rate, only the value set by BCAD.
November: Tax Bills Issued
Tax bills are mailed out once the rates are set. Even if you’re still appealing your valuation, you must be prepared to pay your taxes by the due date.
January 31, 2026: Tax Payment Deadline
This is the final date to pay your 2025 property taxes without penalties or interest. After this date, late fees and collections may apply.
Full 2025 Property Tax Protest Timeline at a Glance:
- Jan 1: Property valuation date
- April: Appraisal notices mailed
- May 15: Protest deadline (or 30 days after your notice)
- June–July: Hearings and reviews take place
- October: Tax rates adopted
- November: Bills sent out
- Jan 31, 2026: Final deadline to pay taxes
Don’t Miss Your Window to Protest
Ballard Property Tax Protest monitors every stage of this timeline to help our clients stay ahead of deadlines and prepare winning protests. With our help, you don’t have to worry about missing a key date or submitting an incomplete file.
Take Action Early
The earlier you start, the more options you have. As soon as you receive your appraisal notice in April, reach out to us for a free consultation. We’ll assess your property’s value, help you gather the necessary documentation, and ensure your protest is filed on time.
Learn more about our Bexar County property tax protest services, or let Ballard Property Tax Protest be your guide through the 2025 season. Don’t leave money on the table-contact us today.
