Janet Allen, the county appraiser, met with the Jefferson County Commission to discuss the upcoming notices and the market studies that inform 2026 values, according to the unofficial minutes of the commission’s February 9 meeting.
The appraisal office’s review of the residential real estate market found an upward trend of about 3% to 6%; and, as a result, most residential properties will see an increase in appraised value for 2026 “to adjust for the market conditions,” according to the minutes
For commercial real estate, the market study indicated an overall inflationary trend of about 1% to 3%. Most commercial properties are also expected to increase in value in 2026.
The county’s review of vacant land sales showed a mixed picture, with the minutes noting slight increases in some areas and slight decreases in others. Those market land value changes, whether up or down, varied from 1% to 3% depending on location within the county.
The information shared with commissioners will also be posted on the Jefferson County website.
