THE SHORT ANSWER
An independent appraisal answers a specific question: what is the property’s supported market value as of a defined date? For Tucson homeowners reviewing an assessment, that evidence can help assess whether the county’s full cash value appears reasonable.
Understand full cash and limited property value
Your home could sell for one amount, appear on the county assessor’s records at another, and have a tax calculation based on yet another figure. Confusing? You are not alone. Arizona uses full cash value (FCV), which generally reflects market value for ordinary residential property, and limited property value (LPV), which is calculated under state rules and is typically the basis for real property taxation.
Why taxable value can move differently
LPV does not simply rise and fall with the real estate market. Its annual increase is generally capped at 5% under the standard calculation, although certain property changes and other statutory situations can lead to different calculations. Property taxes also depend on the applicable assessment ratio, exemptions, and local tax rates. That means a market-value appraisal is not the same thing as your assessed value, and a lower appraisal does not necessarily produce an equal reduction in your tax bill.
Use market evidence to review an assessment
An independent appraisal answers a specific question: what is the property’s supported market value as of a defined date? For Tucson homeowners reviewing an assessment, that evidence can help assess whether the county’s full cash value appears reasonable. Reddy Appraisal LLC helps property owners understand residential market value, so they can make more informed choices about a potential valuation challenge.
Sources & context
- Pima County Assessor: Appeals ↗
- Arizona Department of Revenue: Property Tax FAQs ↗
- Arizona Department of Revenue: Residential Petition ↗
These articles are general educational content, not tax or legal advice. Verify the requirements and deadline on your notice with the appropriate authority. An appraisal is not a promise of tax savings. Reddy Appraisal LLC provides residential valuation services, not tax representation.
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