Marion County Commercial Property Tax Appeals

The Property Tax Assessment Board of Appeals (PTABOA) is the county-level body in Indiana that hears property tax appeals. After filing with the local assessor, unresolved disputes go to the PTABOA for a formal hearing. The board consists of appointed members who review the evidence submitted by both the property owner and the assessor's office. Hearings typically involve presenting comparable sales, income analyses, and other valuation evidence to support your position. If the PTABOA denies your appeal or takes no action within 180 days, you can escalate to the Indiana Board of Tax Review (IBTR). Learn more about the PTABOA process and how EPTA manages the entire process on your behalf.

We represent owners of all commercial property types in Marion County, including retail, office, industrial, multifamily, healthcare, and more — across Indianapolis, Speedway, Beech Grove, Lawrence, and Southport. Each property type requires a tailored valuation approach, whether it's an income-based analysis for office and retail or a cost approach for specialized healthcare and industrial facilities. Our team understands the nuances of Marion County's diverse commercial market and builds cases specific to your property's characteristics and submarket conditions.

Marion County property owners have 45 days from the date of their assessment notice to file an appeal. This is a strict deadline — once it passes, you cannot challenge your assessment for that year. Indiana does not offer extensions or exceptions to this filing window, making it one of the tightest deadlines in the Midwest. We recommend reviewing your assessment notice immediately upon receipt and contacting EPTA right away if the value appears inflated. Check the full list of property tax appeal deadlines and start your free review as soon as you receive your notice.

EPTA works on a contingency basis — you pay nothing unless we successfully reduce your assessment and save you money. There are no upfront fees, no retainers, and no risk. This model aligns our interests directly with yours: we only succeed when you save. Many commercial property owners are surprised to learn that professional representation is available at no out-of-pocket cost, making it a low-risk way to potentially achieve significant tax savings. Learn more about property tax appeal costs.

A strong Marion County property tax appeal relies on solid, property-specific evidence that demonstrates your assessed value exceeds fair market value. The most common types of evidence include comparable sales data from similar properties in the area, an income analysis showing actual rental income and operating expenses, and documentation of property condition issues such as deferred maintenance, environmental concerns, or functional obsolescence. Photographs, rent rolls, and third-party appraisals can further strengthen your case. EPTA compiles and presents all evidence on your behalf, ensuring it meets the standards required by the PTABOA and IBTR. Read our comprehensive property tax appeal evidence guide for more details.

Yes, you can absolutely appeal your Marion County property taxes after purchasing a property. In many cases, a recent purchase actually strengthens your appeal because the sale price serves as strong evidence of market value — particularly if the assessed value exceeds what you paid. Indiana law does not require you to have owned the property during the prior assessment period to file an appeal; you simply need to be the current owner of record. The 45-day filing window applies from the date of the assessment notice, regardless of when you acquired the property. Learn more about appeals after purchase and the Indiana appeal process.

Property tax appeals in Marion County have a strong track record of success when supported by credible evidence and professional representation. While individual outcomes depend on the specifics of each case, commercially focused appeals that present comparable sales, income data, and property condition documentation tend to achieve favorable results at both the PTABOA and IBTR levels. EPTA's data-driven approach and deep familiarity with Marion County's assessment practices give our clients a significant advantage. Explore our insights on property tax appeal success rates and see our client results for examples of what we've achieved.