November Property Tax Deadlines by State: What's Due This Month
TL;DR
November brings the end of California's Assessment Appeals Board filing window (November 30), Oregon's Board of Property Tax Appeals deadline is approaching (December 31), and several major payment deadlines fall this month. Florida VAB hearings continue. Payment deadlines hit in Montana (November 30), Oregon (November 15), Florida (November 1 for the 4% early discount), Indiana (November 10), and New Jersey (November 1). If you are in California and have not filed your appeal yet, November 30 is your last day.
November Appeal Deadlines
| State | Deadline | Where to File |
|---|---|---|
| California | November 30 (window closes) | County Assessment Appeals Board |
| Alabama | 30 days after notice (if notice arrived in November) | County Board of Equalization |
| Oregon | December 31 (approaching) | Board of Property Tax Appeals |
Key November Deadlines Explained
California - November 30 (Window Closes)
California's Assessment Appeals Board filing window closes November 30. If you received your assessment notice in July-August and believe your property is overvalued, this is your last chance to file for the 2026 tax year.
Do not wait until November 30. File this week. Last-minute filings risk being rejected for errors or incomplete information. If you have been preparing since September, submit your application now.
Remember: California hearings can take 6-18 months to schedule after filing, especially in large counties like Los Angeles, San Diego, and Orange County. But the potential savings make the wait worthwhile. A successful appeal can result in a refund for the entire period from filing to decision.
Oregon - Approaching December 31
Oregon notices arrived in October. If you have been reviewing your notice and gathering evidence, November is the time to finalize and file. You still have until December 31, but filing early gives you breathing room.
Oregon's system includes both "real market value" and "assessed value" due to Measure 50 limitations. Focus on whether the real market value exceeds what your home would actually sell for. Even small reductions in real market value can prevent future tax increases.
November Payment Deadlines
| State | What Is Due | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | Full payment (4% early discount) | November 1 | Discount decreases each month: 3% Dec, 2% Jan, 1% Feb, full amount by March 31 |
| Montana | Full tax payment or first installment | November 30 | Second installment (if split) due May 31 |
| Oregon | Full payment (3% discount for early) | November 15 | Trimester payments also available |
| Indiana | Fall installment | November 10 | Spring installment was due May 10 |
| New Jersey | Fourth quarter | November 1 | Grace period to November 10 |
| Utah | Full tax payment | November 30 | 50% penalty after this date |
| Wyoming | First installment | November 10 | Second installment due May 10 |
Florida Early Payment Discount
Florida offers one of the best early payment incentives in the country. If you pay your full tax bill in November, you get a 4% discount. The discount decreases each month:
- November: 4% discount
- December: 3% discount
- January: 2% discount
- February: 1% discount
- March: full amount due
On a $5,000 tax bill, paying in November saves $200 compared to paying in March. If you have the cash available, it is a guaranteed return.
But if you filed a VAB petition and are expecting a reduction, you have a decision: pay the full discounted amount now and get a refund if you win, or wait and risk missing the discount. Most homeowners find it better to pay early, take the discount, and receive the refund later.
What to Do in November
If You Are in California
File your appeal now if you have not already. November 30 is a hard deadline with no extensions. To file:
- Complete the Assessment Appeal Application
- Include your property address, parcel number, current assessed value, and your opinion of value
- Attach comparable sales data
- Submit to your county clerk or assessor's office
If You Are Paying This Month
November has more payment deadlines than most months. Before paying:
- Verify the amount on your bill matches your assessment
- Check for any available early payment discounts (Florida, Oregon)
- Keep your receipt or confirmation number
- If paying through escrow, review your lender's escrow analysis to make sure the correct amount is being collected
If Your Appeal Season Is Over
If you missed your 2026 appeal deadline, November is a good time to start preparing for 2027:
- Set calendar reminders for next year's notice and deadline dates
- Begin tracking comparable sales in your neighborhood
- Sign up for Annual Monitor ($49/year) for automatic deadline reminders and updated comps
- Review end-of-year planning steps
Looking Ahead to December
December deadlines include:
- Oregon: December 31 (Board of Property Tax Appeals)
- California: December 10 (first tax installment due)
- Louisiana: December 31 (tax payment)
- Missouri: December 31 (tax payment)
- Michigan: December 1 (winter tax)
- Maryland and Nevada: Assessment notices for next year may arrive
Your Next Steps
Put this information to work this week:
- Review your assessment notice. Check every detail: assessed value, property characteristics, square footage, lot size. Errors are more common than you think and they directly inflate your tax bill.
- Pull comparable sales. Find 3 to 5 similar properties near you that sold recently for less than your assessed value. This is the strongest evidence for any appeal.
- Check your exemption status. Contact your county assessor to confirm which exemptions are on file for your property. You may qualify for programs you have not applied for.
- Set a deadline reminder. Find your appeal deadline and put it on your calendar with a 2-week advance warning. Missing it costs you a full year of potential savings.
Staying Ahead of the Calendar
Property tax deadlines are spread throughout the year, and it is easy to lose track. The homeowners who save the most money are the ones who treat their assessment notice as a trigger for action, not something to file away and forget.
When your notice arrives, open it the same day. Check the assessed value against what you believe your home is worth. If the number looks too high, start gathering comparable sales immediately. Do not wait until the week before the deadline. The best appeals are built over weeks, not hours.
If you are in a state with quarterly tax payments, set reminders for each installment date. Late payment penalties add up fast and are entirely avoidable with basic calendar management.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the deadline to file an assessment appeal in California?
California's Assessment Appeals Board filing window closes on November 30. If you received your assessment notice in July-August and believe your property is overvalued, this is your last chance to file for the 2026 tax year.
What is the deadline for the Oregon Board of Property Tax Appeals?
The Oregon Board of Property Tax Appeals deadline is approaching on December 31.
What major property tax deadlines fall in November across the US?
November brings the end of California's Assessment Appeals Board filing window (November 30), as well as several other major payment deadlines across the country.
What to Do in November?
File your appeal now if you have not already. November 30 is a hard deadline with no extensions. To file:
Can I use PropertyTaxFight to help file my California assessment appeal?
Yes, PropertyTaxFight can build your evidence packet in minutes to help you file your California assessment appeal before the November 30 deadline.