PHILADELPHIA — The City of Philadelphia today announced that the Office of Property Assessment (OPA) will begin mailing Notices of Valuations for Tax Year 2027 this week while the Department of Revenue launches an expanded citywide outreach campaign to help homeowners understand and access available property tax relief programs.

The coordinated effort is designed to ensure property owners not only receive updated assessments but also know about the programs available to reduce or manage their property tax obligations.

“We conduct regular property revaluations to ensure assessments remain fair, accurate, and equitable across Philadelphia,” said Mayor Cherelle L. Parker. “At the same time, we are making an unprecedented effort to ensure homeowners—especially our most vulnerable residents—know about the tax relief programs available to them. We also recognize that public confidence in this process is essential, which is why we are engaging an independent third-party consultant to evaluate the accuracy and equity of this year’s revaluation and identify opportunities for continued improvement.”

For the median-valued residential property, the estimated change in the Real Estate Tax bill is approximately $97 for Tax Year 2027. Actual tax impacts will vary based on an individual property’s assessed value, eligibility for tax relief programs, and future tax rate decisions.

Fair and Equitable Property Assessment

The Office of Property Assessment conducts regular citywide revaluations to ensure assessed values reflect current market conditions and that similar properties are assessed consistently.

The Tax Year 2027 revaluation builds on improvements made in recent years. Internal and external reviews found that the City’s 2025 revaluation improved the equity, uniformity, and accuracy of property valuations, and OPA continues to refine its assessment practices using Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) technology, aerial and street-level imagery, market data, and other analytical tools.

To further strengthen transparency and public confidence, the City is engaging an independent third-party consultant to evaluate the accuracy and equity of the 2027 revaluation. The findings will help inform continued improvements to Philadelphia’s assessment process.

Expanded Outreach to Connect Homeowners with Tax Relief

While OPA is responsible for estimating property values, the Department of Revenue administers programs that can reduce property taxes or help homeowners manage their Real Estate Tax bills.

“No one should lose their home because they can’t afford their property taxes,” said Kathleen McColgan, Commissioner, Department of Revenue. “Every homeowner who  lives in their home is eligible for programs that reduce their tax bill or make payments more manageable. We encourage residents to learn about these programs and apply for the assistance available to them.”

The City’s outreach campaign will include:

  • Door-to-door outreach
  • Direct mail
  • SMS text campaigns
  • Television and radio advertising
  • Advertising on SEPTA vehicles
  • Community meetings and webinars
  • Partnerships with neighborhood organizations
  • Multilingual outreach and educational materials

Available tax relief programs include:

  • Homestead Exemption: All homeowners are eligible for the Homestead Exemption. In 2027, the Homestead Exemption will reduce the taxable portion of the assessed value of owner-occupied homes by $100,000. Most homeowners save $1,399 on their Real Estate Tax bills. Applications are due December 1, 2026. Learn more about the Homestead Exemption here.
  • Real Estate Tax Installment Plan: All Senior Citizens and income-qualified homeowners may pay current-year property taxes in eleven monthly installments, instead of a lump sum payment on March 31. Applications are due by March 31, 2027. Learn more about the Real Estate Tax Installment Plan.
  • Senior Citizen and Low Income Real Estate Tax Freeze: Income-based program that “freezes” Real Estate Tax so that they don’t increase in the future, even if the tax rate or assessment increases. Applications are due September 30, 2027. Learn more about Tax Freeze programs.
  • Longtime Owner Occupants Program (LOOP): Residents who have owned and lived in their property for at least ten years, experienced property assessment increases of at least 50 percent from one year to another, or at least 75 percent in a five-year period, and meet income requirements may qualify to cap the taxable portion of their assessment and pay the same bill unless the tax rate changes. Applications are due September 30, 2027. Learn more about LOOP.
  • Owner-occupied Real Estate Tax payment agreement (OOPA): Provides affordable and manageable monthly payments for homeowners who struggle to pay past-due Real Estate Tax. Some homeowners can qualify for a zero-dollar-a-month payment agreement. Applications are accepted all year. Learn more about OOPA.
  • Tax Credit for Active Duty Reserve and National Guard Members: Eligible members called to active duty may receive a credit for the City portion of their Real Estate Tax. Learn more about Tax Credit.

Homeowners enrolled in a tax relief program generally do not need to reapply unless ownership of the property has changed.

Residents can learn more about eligibility requirements, deadlines, and application materials by visiting the City’s property tax relief website. Homeowners can also apply online using the City’s combined application on the Philadelphia Tax Center to apply for all five programs at once. The system will let homeowners know which programs they are eligible for.

Internal and external reviews demonstrate that the 2027 revaluation, like the 2025 revaluation, improved the equity, uniformity, and accuracy of property valuations citywide. OPA uses a Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) system, aerial and street level imagery, and other tools to review more than 580,000 residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional properties in the city. These applications and tools help ensure that assessed values more accurately reflect sales and market forces. This systematic review also reduces inequities among properties, ensuring that similar properties have similar assessments.

“The updated assessments reflect a continuation of improvements in our mission to provide accurate and equitable property assessments for all Philadelphians,” said James Aros Jr., Chief Assessment Officer, Office of Property Assessment.

Key Dates

  • June 29, 2026: OPA begins mailing Notices of Valuation and updated property values become available online at property.phila.gov.
  • September 1, 2026: Deadline to file a First Level Review (FLR) application with the OPA.
  • October 5, 2026: Deadline to file a formal appeal with the Board of Revision of Taxes (BRT).
  • December 1, 2026: Department of Revenue begins mailing Real Estate Tax bills.
  • January 1, 2027: New assessments take effect.
  • March 31, 2027: Real Estate Tax payment due.

Property Owners Have the Right to Appeal

Property owners who believe their assessment is inaccurate may request a First Level Review (FLR) through OPA. An FLR application is included with every Notice of Valuation and must be submitted by Tuesday, September 1, 2026.

Property owners may also file a formal appeal with the Board of Revision of Taxes (BRT). Formal appeals must be submitted by Monday, October 5, 2026.

Additional information about appeals, property assessments, and tax relief programs is available at phila.gov/opa and on the Department of Revenue’s website.

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