FIPS: 48407 • Seat: Coldspring

San Jacinto County Property Appraiser & Tax Assessor

Real property appraisal records, parcel search lookup, property tax rates, and assessment protest deadlines for San Jacinto County, Texas.

Tax Rate 1.68% Effective Rate
Median Home $298k Census ACS Value
Annual Tax $5006 Estimated Median
Assessment Ratio 100% Statutory Level

San Jacinto County Central Appraisal District (CAD) Information

Physical Address

San Jacinto County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Coldspring, TX 48001

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Operating Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time)

Closed on state & federal holidays.

Telephone / Contact

(512) 619-6417

Online Property Search Tool

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San Jacinto County Property Tax Calculator

Estimated using San Jacinto County's effective tax rate of 1.68% (Assessment ratio: 100%)

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* Estimates do not account for local municipal surcharges, special district levies (MUD / ISD), or individual homestead exemption deductions.
Estimated Annual Tax
$5006
per year
Monthly Escrow $417/mo
Assessed Value $298.000
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Appealing Your San Jacinto County Assessment

Statutory Protest Deadline:

May 15 (or 30 days after the Notice of Appraised Value is delivered, whichever is later).

Under Texas property tax law, property owners in San Jacinto County have the legal right to challenge an assessed valuation that exceeds fair market value, is unequally appraised compared to neighboring properties, or contains clerical errors.

Step 1: Informal Review

Contact the San Jacinto County Central Appraisal District (CAD) to review your property record card, verify square footage, and present recent comparable sales (comps).

Step 2: Formal Hearing

If informal review does not resolve the valuation, file a written notice of appeal with the Appraisal Review Board (ARB) before the statutory deadline.

Save on Property Taxes

Was Your San Jacinto County Home Over-Assessed This Year?

Studies show up to 30% to 60% of US residential properties are overvalued by automated municipal algorithms. Protesting your assessment before the statutory deadline can lower your tax bill by an average of $1,100/year.

⏰ Key Deadline: May 15 (or 30 days after the Notice of Appraised Value is delivered, whichever is later).

San Jacinto County Homestead Exemptions & Tax Relief

Homeowners in San Jacinto County who occupy their home as their permanent primary residence may qualify for property tax reductions under state and local homestead programs:

General Homestead Exemption:

Mandatory $100,000 school district homestead exemption for all primary residences. 10% annual homestead appraisal cap on valuation increases.

Seniors & Disabled Veterans:

Additional $10,000 school homestead exemption + school tax ceiling (freeze) for seniors 65+ and disabled persons. 100% disabled veterans receive 100% complete exemption from all property taxes.

Public Records & Deeds Official Recording Partner

Need Deed, Lien, or Title Records for San Jacinto County?

While the Property Appraiser values real estate for taxation, official legal property transfers, warranty deeds, mortgages, and marriage records in San Jacinto County are maintained by the County Clerk & Recorder.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the San Jacinto County Property Appraiser office located?

The official San Jacinto County property appraisal and tax assessment office is located at San Jacinto County Appraisal & Assessment Office, Coldspring, TX 48001. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Local Time). You can reach the customer service staff by phone at (512) 619-6417.

What is the property tax rate in San Jacinto County, TX?

The average effective property tax rate in San Jacinto County is approximately 1.68%. For a home with the median county market value of $298.000, the estimated annual property tax is about $5006 per year.

How do I search for a property or parcel in San Jacinto County?

You can look up property record cards, assessed valuations, ownership history, and parcel boundary maps online through the official San Jacinto County parcel search portal: https://propaccess.trueautomation.com/clientdb/?cid=1.

When is the deadline to appeal my property assessment in San Jacinto County?

Property valuation protests and appeals in San Jacinto County must be submitted by: May 15 (or 30 days after the Notice of Appraised Value is delivered, whichever is later). Appeals are formally reviewed and heard by the Appraisal Review Board (ARB).

How does the Homestead Exemption work in San Jacinto County?

Mandatory $100,000 school district homestead exemption for all primary residences. 10% annual homestead appraisal cap on valuation increases. Additional exemptions are available for senior citizens (65+) and disabled military veterans (Additional $10,000 school homestead exemption + school tax ceiling (freeze) for seniors 65+ and disabled persons. 100% disabled veterans receive 100% complete exemption from all property taxes.).

Adjacent & Neighboring County Appraisers

County Overview

County Seat: Coldspring
Population (2023): 28.936
Land Area: 569 sq mi
Tax Assessor Ratio: 100%
State Agency: Texas Dept of Revenue
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