Shackelford County Appraisal District CAD 2026

Shackelford County Appraisal District CAD 2026 – Practical Guide for Property Owners

When the Notice of Appraised Value arrives from the Shackelford County Appraisal District (CAD), it states the market value of your property as of January 1, 2026.

This value, after any exemptions, becomes the taxable value used by taxing units to calculate your 2026 property taxes.

This guide provides exact steps for Shackelford County property owners: reviewing your record online, confirming or applying exemptions, protesting the value through informal or formal channels, and paying taxes.

It clarifies roles and lists all required deadlines and links.

What the Shackelford County Appraisal District (CAD) Actually Does (Stop the Confusion)

The Shackelford County Appraisal District (CAD) sets the appraised/market value for every property in Shackelford County as of January 1 each year, administers all exemptions and special valuations, and manages protests (informal reviews and Appraisal Review Board hearings).

The CAD also operates the Central Tax Office and collects taxes for Shackelford County, Shackelford County Hospital District, Albany ISD, Moran ISD, City of Albany, City of Moran, and other units.

The separate Shackelford County Tax Assessor-Collector (Edward Miller) handles certain county-level functions, mails some bills, and maintains official tax rolls.

Contact the CAD for valuation, exemptions, protests, and most tax payments. Contact the Tax Assessor-Collector only for specific county tax office matters.

Contact Details and Office Information

Property Search – How to Find Your Record

1. Go to https://esearch.shackelfordcad.com/.
2. Select the Owner, Address, ID, or Advanced search tab.
3. Enter your property address, owner name, or account number (found on your notice).
4. Click your property in the results list.
5. On the detail page, note these key items:
   • Market Value (appraised value set by CAD)
   • Assessed Value (after homestead cap and exemptions)
   • Land and improvement values
   • Property description (acreage, square footage, year built, features)
   • Current exemptions applied
   • Ownership and mailing address
   • Valuation history

Print or save the full record for protests or records.

Property Tax Exemptions

Common exemptions that lower taxable value:

• General Residence Homestead Exemption: $140,000 deduction from school district taxes on your primary residence (mandatory statewide). Shackelford County and other taxing units may add optional percentage exemptions (up to 20%).
• Over-65 Exemption: Additional $60,000 exemption on school taxes plus school tax ceiling (no increase unless improvements made).
• Disabled Person Exemption: Same additional amount and tax ceiling as Over-65 for qualifying disabled owners.
• Disabled Veteran Exemption: Partial ($5,000–$12,000) or 100% full exemption on homestead for 100% service-connected disabled veterans (or unemployable).

How to Apply Submit online via the CAD website (preferred) or Texas Comptroller Form 50-114 (homestead, over-65, disabled) or Form 50-135 (disabled veteran). Best window: January 1–April 30, 2026. Late applications accepted up to two years after delinquency.

Provide Texas driver’s license/ID matching the property address, plus supporting documentation (VA letters, disability proof). Once approved, no annual reapplication required unless CAD requests verification.

How to File a Property Value Protest

Informal Review (Fast Way)

1. After receiving the notice, contact the CAD by phone or through the online portal.
2. Present evidence (recent comparable sales, independent appraisal, photos of condition issues, repair estimates).
3. Many protests resolve here with an adjusted value—no hearing needed.

Formal ARB Hearing (Official Way)

1. File a Notice of Protest online at https://eprotest.shackelfordcad.com/ by the deadline.
2. Upload evidence.
3. Attend the scheduled hearing (in-person or by mail) before the independent Appraisal Review Board.
4. Receive written decision. Further appeal to district court is possible.

Important 2026 Deadlines

How to Pay Your Property Taxes

• Online (recommended): Log in at https://esearch.shackelfordcad.com/, search your property, and pay via the “Pay Taxes” button (processed by Certified Payments; convenience fee applies).
• In-Person: Visit the CAD Central Tax Office at 132 Hill Street, Albany, TX.
• Mail: Check or money order payable to Shackelford County Appraisal District (or specific taxing unit) to the address on your bill. Include the payment stub.

Over-65, disabled, or disabled veteran owners may qualify for installment plans or deferral through the CAD.

Final Checklist for Property Owners

• Access and print your CAD property record as soon as the notice arrives.
• Compare the market value to recent local sales and your property’s condition.
• Verify all qualifying exemptions appear on the record; apply immediately if missing.
• Collect supporting evidence if you plan to protest.
• File informal review or formal protest by the deadline.
• Watch for the tax bill and pay by January 31, 2027.
• Retain all documents for next year’s review.

Disclaimer This guide is for informational purposes only and reflects data available as of February 2026.

Procedures, amounts, and deadlines are subject to change. For official guidance, contact the Shackelford County Appraisal District directly or consult a licensed tax professional or attorney. This is not legal or tax advice.