Property Tax Resources · Limestone County, Texas
Central Texas prairie and Waco-corridor country — Limestone County’s 1.05% effective rate sits just above the national median, with agricultural landowners and rural residential owners facing steady value pressure.
Sources: Population — U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024 estimates; Effective Tax Rate & Avg Annual Bill — Ownwell (2024); Protest Success Rate — Texas Comptroller PTAD data, approximate.
🔴 2026 Protest Deadline: May 15, 2026 — or 30 days after your Notice of Appraised Value is mailed, whichever is later. Miss this date and you waive your right to protest.
Limestone County lies in Central Texas on the Blackland Prairie between Waco and East Texas, with Groesbeck as its county seat. The county’s economy runs on cotton, cattle, and some oil and gas production, with a rural character that has remained relatively intact despite its proximity to Waco. The county’s lignite reserves have historically supported some energy activity, and its agricultural base is strong.
At 1.05%, Limestone County’s effective rate sits just above the national median. For agricultural landowners, keeping productivity valuations current is the key lever — Waco-area growth can introduce non-farm comparable sales that inflate market-value appraisals beyond what the land produces. More than half of those who protested in 2024 achieved reductions. Your deadline is May 15, 2026.
Official CAD site — appraisal notices, exemption applications, and district contact information.
Search your property record, view current appraised value, and verify exemption status.
Limestone County Appraisal District protest procedures, online filing portal, and deadline information for the current year.
Every taxing entity’s proposed rate, adopted rate, and public hearing schedule for Limestone County.
Enter the date your Notice of Appraised Value was mailed to find your exact filing deadline.
Every taxing unit in Limestone County must publish its proposed rate and hold a public hearing before adopting any rate exceeding the no-new-revenue rate. These meetings are open. Your voice is on the record.
| Taxing Entity | Type | Rate (2024 approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Limestone County | County | ~$0.42/$100 |
| Groesbeck ISD | School District | ~$0.90/$100 |
| Mexia ISD | School District | ~$0.88/$100 |
| City of Groesbeck | City | ~$0.35/$100 |
| Multiple Special Districts | Special District | Varies |
Rates shown are approximate 2024 adopted rates. Verify current rates at limestone.countytaxrates.com.
Search your account at limestonecad.org. Know your Notice of Appraised Value and the deadline printed on it.
File online, by mail, or in person at Limestone County Appraisal District: P.O. Box 831, Groesbeck, TX 76642. Deadline: May 15, 2026 or 30 days after your notice was mailed.
Recent sales of comparable properties, your purchase price, photos of condition issues, and repair estimates all strengthen your case.
Before your ARB hearing, a CAD appraiser may offer to settle. Review any offer carefully — you can accept or proceed to the formal hearing.
The Appraisal Review Board is independent of the CAD. Present your evidence clearly and concisely. Most hearings run 15–30 minutes.
Disagree with the ARB ruling? You may appeal to district court, binding arbitration, or SOAH (properties over $1 million).
“No person’s particular services shall be demanded, nor property taken or applied to public use, unless by the consent of himself or his representative, without just compensation being made therefor.”
— Section 13, Declaration of Rights, Republic of Texas, 1836
Limestone County farm families have worked the Blackland Prairie for generations, and the land they hold is productive, honest, and theirs. The founders wrote that no property shall be taken without consent and just compensation. When Waco-area demand inflates comparable sales in ways that push farm valuations beyond what the operations can support, the protest system is the correction. Look up your value. File your protest. Central Texas agricultural land deserves accurate assessment.
For informational and educational purposes only. Property-Taxes-Texas.com is a citizen advocacy and education resource. Nothing on this site constitutes legal, financial, tax, or appraisal advice. We are not attorneys, CPAs, or licensed appraisers. Consult a licensed Texas attorney, qualified financial advisor, or certified appraiser for guidance specific to your situation. Deadlines, rates, and statutes are subject to change — verify all details with your county appraisal district or the Texas Comptroller before acting.
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