How to appeal property taxes in Michigan
County-specific guides with this year's deadlines, the exact forms, and step-by-step filing instructions — researched from official Michigan sources. Or skip the reading: run your address through the free check and get your county's answer in about two minutes.
Kent County
Kent County property values are set by your city or township, not the county. See the February/March appeal calendar, the 50% assessment ratio, and PRE, poverty, and veteran exemption rules.
Macomb County
Macomb County, MI property tax appeals go to your city/township's March Board of Review (dates vary); claim the PRE by June 1; bills come summer & winter.
Oakland County
Oakland County’s 2026 property tax appeal deadline is July 31 for MTT residential appeals. Get the forms, fees, evidence tips, and savings examples.
Wayne County
Wayne County homeowners: the 2026 residential Tax Tribunal deadline is July 31. Learn the forms, filing steps, evidence, exemptions, and savings.
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