01Hill County Appraisal District Property Search 2026
HCAD property search is completely free and lets you view your 2026 appraised value, ownership details, exemption status, and property records. Use the official portal at esearch.hillcad.org.
Go to hillcad.org or esearch.hillcad.org
Visit the official Hill CAD website.
Click Property Search
Go directly to the search tool.
Search by owner, address, or account number
Partial names or addresses work.
Select your property
Click the result to view full 2026 details.
Review your record
Check market value, taxable value, and exemptions.
Save or print as PDF
Use browser print to PDF for your records.
02HCAD Contact Info, Address & Office Hours
| Item | Verified Details |
|---|---|
| Physical Address | 1407 Abbott Avenue, Hillsboro, TX 76645 |
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 416, Hillsboro, TX 76645-0416 |
| Main Phone | 254-582-2508 |
| Fax | 254-582-3654 |
| hcad@hillcad.org | |
| Office Hours | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Official Website | hillcad.org |
| Property Search | esearch.hillcad.org |
03Hill County Homestead Exemption 2026
The homestead exemption reduces your taxable value for school district taxes on your primary residence and is free to apply for.
Lowers taxable value on your home for school taxes.
How to apply: Use Form 50-114. Submit by April 30, 2026. Attach proof of residency (driver’s license, etc.).Additional savings plus school tax ceiling for qualifying seniors and disabled persons.
Deadline: April 30, 2026.04How to Protest Your HCAD Property Tax Value — 2026
Protesting is free and can lower your taxes if the appraised value is too high.
Review your Notice of Appraised Value
Check the mailed notice (usually mid-April).
Gather evidence
Comparable sales, photos, or repair estimates.
File your protest
Online at hillcad.org, by mail, or in person by the deadline.
Attend informal review or ARB hearing
Bring evidence. Many protests resolve informally.
05HCAD vs Hill County Tax Office — Key Differences
HCAD does NOT collect taxes
HCAD only appraises values, processes exemptions, and handles protests. Tax bills and payments are handled by the Hill County Tax Assessor-Collector.
062026 Hill County Property Tax Calendar — Key Deadlines
| Event | Date | What Happens If You Miss It |
|---|---|---|
| Valuation Date | January 1, 2026 | Value is set for the year |
| Notice of Appraised Value Mailed | By mid-April 2026 | Your protest clock starts |
| Protest Deadline | May 15, 2026 or 30 days after notice | Miss it and 2026 value is certified |
| Exemption Deadline | April 30, 2026 | Late filing possible but not guaranteed |
07Common Mistakes Hill County Property Owners Make
Not filing homestead exemption
Missing the free homestead exemption costs hundreds in unnecessary taxes.
Missing the May 15 protest deadline
Once missed, you cannot challenge the 2026 value for the current year.
08Your 2026 Action Checklist — Hill County Homeowners
09Official HCAD Resources & Quick Links — 2026
| Resource | What It’s For | Link |
|---|---|---|
| HCAD Official Website | Search, forms, protests | hillcad.org |
| Property Search Portal | Free online lookup | esearch.hillcad.org |
| Homestead Form 50-114 | Official exemption form | Download PDF |