Your Property Taxes Just Went Up. Here's What Every Berwyn Homeowner Needs To Know Before July 6. Don't Assume Your New Assessment Is Correct.
- paul3819
- 5 hours ago
- 2 min read
If you recently opened your reassessment notice and nearly fell out of your chair, you're not alone.
Many Berwyn homeowners are seeing assessed values increase by 20%, 30%, even 50% or more this year. While a higher assessment doesn't automatically mean your tax bill will rise by the same percentage, it can lead to significantly higher property taxes if left unchallenged.
I know this first hand as my assesment increased by 50%.
The good news? You have the right to appeal.
And for Berwyn residents, help is available at no cost and you do not need an attorney.
Why You Should Appeal
Many homeowners assume appealing is complicated, expensive, or only worthwhile for large errors. That's simply not true.
An appeal can be filed if:
Your assessed value appears too high.
Comparable homes sold for less.
Your property condition is not reflected accurately.
Similar homes in your neighborhood have lower assessments.
There are factual errors in your property record.
Even a successful reduction of a small percentage can save hundreds or thousands of dollars over time.
First, Check Your Exemptions
Before filing an appeal, make sure all exemptions you're entitled to are applied to your property.
This includes:
Homeowner Exemption
Senior Exemption
Senior Freeze Exemption
Veteran Exemptions
Disabled Persons Exemptions
Other qualifying exemptions
Many Cook County homeowners discover exemptions have been removed, missed, or never applied correctly. Checking this first can often lower your tax burden in addition to filing a formal appeal.
Free Help Is Available Right Here In Berwyn
One of the best local resources is the Berwyn Township Assessor's Office.
Jackie Pereda and her team can help residents:
✓ Review assessments
✓ Check exemptions
✓ Pull comparable properties
✓ Explain the appeal process
✓ Submit appeals correctly
And there is absolutely no charge for the assistance.
Important Deadline
Berwyn property owners have until July 6 to file an appeal but we highly recommend by July 3.
Waiting until the last minute can make gathering documentation more difficult, so don't put this off. Appointments are available now. I just booked mine.
Contact Information
Berwyn Township Assessor's Office
Jackie Pereda, Township Assessor
6600 W. 26th StreetBerwyn, IL 60402
Phone: (708) 749-6700 Direct (708) 765-4519
Bottom Line
If your assessment jumped this year, don't assume there's nothing you can do.
Take 15 minutes, review your assessment, verify your exemptions, and talk with the Berwyn Township Assessor's Office.
You may be paying more than you should.
Have Questions?
Have you received your reassessment notice yet?
Did your assessed value increase?
Let us know in the comments and share this article with neighbors, friends, and family. The July 3 deadline will be here before you know it.
Sources
City of Berwyn – Property Tax Appeal Information and Community Notices.
Cook County Board of Review – Property Assessment Appeal Process.
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