Questions Arise Over Accuracy in Rutherford County Property Assessments
MURFREESBORO, TN — Recent developments at the Rutherford County Assessor’s Office have raised new concerns about the accuracy of local property assessments — and the potential financial impact on homeowners across the county.
Assessor of Property Rob Mitchell recently released updated property valuation figures for 2024 and 2025, noting only slight changes in the county’s total tax roll. For 2024, the roll totaled roughly $289.7 million, increasing by just over $206,000 (a 0.07% change). For 2025, the roll began at $309.8 million and decreased by approximately $16,800, a 0.005% shift.
Mitchell stated these small adjustments reflect his office’s dedication to fairness and compliance with Tennessee law. However, the announcement comes at a time when the office’s accuracy is under heavy scrutiny.
According to a recent report from the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office, a 25% error rate was found in a sample of Rutherford County property records — the only such finding in the state over the past five years. The state issued a formal notice of noncompliance, requiring the county to make corrections, and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has since been asked to look into allegations of deleted log files and other potential irregularities.
The Rutherford County Commission has also expressed frustration over limited communication from the Assessor’s Office regarding the audit findings. In response, the Commission voted to hire an independent third-party firm to review the property data and verify both the Comptroller’s findings and the Assessor’s defense.
Mitchell maintains that many of the errors cited by the Comptroller were inaccurate and says his office completed all required corrections ahead of schedule. He also emphasized that his goal remains fairness for taxpayers rather than meeting arbitrary state deadlines.
Still, with public trust shaken and investigations ongoing, many local homeowners are asking a critical question: “Is my home assessed correctly — or am I paying more than I should?”
💡 Independent Appraisals Give Homeowners Peace of Mind
With questions surrounding the accuracy of county assessments, many homeowners are now turning to independent appraisers for a professional, unbiased opinion of their property’s true market value.
Local firm H&H Appraisal, a local, independent firm with over 25 years of experience of appraising homes across Middle Tennessee, is offering Rutherford County homeowners an independent, certified appraisal to help determine whether their property’s assessed value accurately reflects its real value.
While the county’s assessments are used for tax purposes, an independent appraisal can serve as valuable supporting documentation if a homeowner chooses to question or appeal their tax assessment — or simply to gain clarity and confidence about their home’s value heading into 2025.
🎁 Year-End Offer for Rutherford County Homeowners
To help residents take action before 2025 tax rates go into effect, H&H Appraisal is offering $100 off their standard independent home appraisal fee for any Rutherford County homeowner who schedules an appraisal before December 31, 2025.
Appointments can be easily booked by:
- Visiting H&H Appraisal’s website and filling out a contact form, have their virtual AI assistant via the site’s chat feature to schedule an appointment or calling 615-904-4481
🏡 Don’t Let Assessment Errors Cost You — Get the Facts Before Year-End
With county assessments under review and a 25% error rate reported, now is the time to take control of your property’s valuation.
Schedule your
independent appraisal with H&H Appraisal before December 31 and
save $100 while ensuring you’re not overpaying on your home’s value in 2025.
*H&H Appraisal is not a tax accounting firm and does not provide tax advice. An independent appraisal is not a guarantee of reduced property taxes or tax savings. However, an accurate appraisal can help homeowners understand their property’s true market value and make more informed decisions when reviewing or appealing their assessments.
