Greensboro City Council News, 2026 Property Tax Revaluation, and Local Election Update
City Council Updates and Budget Priorities in Greensboro
Greensboro City Council and the city manager’s office have released the recommended 2025-26 budget, keeping the city property tax rate at 67.25 cents per $100 valuation while prioritizing infrastructure, housing programs, and community safety services. The budget includes significant investments in water and sewer upgrades, street resurfacing, stormwater improvements, and initiatives like the City’s Housing GSO Plan and the “Road to 10,000” housing units strategy to expand affordable and attainable homes.
Understanding the Difference Between Revaluation and the City Budget Year
Greensboro operates on a fiscal year that runs from July 1 through June 30. The current city budget covers July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, and that budget maintains the existing property tax rate. However, Guilford County’s 2026 property revaluation sets new assessed values effective January 1, 2026, and the tax rate that applies to those new values will be determined during the upcoming 2026–2027 budget cycle.
Current Greensboro City Council Members
As of early 2026, leadership includes:
Council members Irving Allen, Hugh Holston, Crystal Black, Cecile “CC” Crawford, April Parker, Adam Marshall, and Tammi Thurm (multiple districts and at-large seats).
2026 Guilford County Property Tax Revaluation: What Changed
Guilford County has completed its 2026 property tax reappraisal, mandated under North Carolina law to align assessed values with current market conditions and recent comparable sales. The process uses data tools and field reviews to estimate fair market values across residential, commercial, and land parcels.
What Property Owners Are Seeing
Many homeowners are seeing substantial increases:
Average assessed values in Guilford County may be up roughly 40-45% compared to 2022 levels.
In some cases, properties are being reassessed at more than double prior values in parts of Greensboro.
This change in assessed value affects how property tax bills are calculated once the county and city set their tax rates later this spring.
How Greensboro Property Taxes Compare Across North Carolina
Understanding how property taxes in the Greensboro area stack up against the rest of North Carolina gives important local context as part of your tax revaluation planning.
| Area | City example | Median effective property tax rate | Quick takeaway |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guilford County | Greensboro | 1.35% | Higher effective burden than several major NC metros. |
| Wake County | Raleigh | 1.10% | Lower than Guilford, but still above the state median. |
| Mecklenburg County | Charlotte | 0.61% | Significantly lower effective rate than Guilford in this dataset. |
| Forsyth County | Winston Salem | 1.31% | Close to Guilford, slightly lower in this dataset. |
| Buncombe County | Asheville | 0.63% | Lower effective rate than Guilford in this dataset. |
| North Carolina median | Statewide | 0.82% | Benchmark for comparing county level tax burden. |
| United States median | Nationwide | 1.02% | National reference point used in the same dataset. |
Notes: Rates shown are median effective property tax rates reported by Ownwell (tax bill divided by market value, accounting for exemptions). Your actual bill depends on your assessed value, exemptions, and the specific city or district tax rates where you live.
For Guilford County specifics, use the Guilford County Real Property Search to confirm property characteristics and review your record.
How to Appeal Your 2026 Property Tax Assessment
If you believe your assessment is inaccurate, you have legal rights under North Carolina property tax statutes to seek review and appeal:
Steps to Appeal:
Review Your Assessment Online:
Use the Guilford County Real Estate Appraisal Listing System or Parcel Verify Tool to check property details, physical characteristics, and comparable sales used in valuation.Submit an Informal Appeal:
Once revaluation notices are mailed (typically mid-February), the online Appeal Pro portal opens for property owners to request an informal review or correction.Formal Appeal to Board of Equalization & Review:
If unresolved at the informal stage, file a formal appeal with the county’s Board of Equalization and Review (BER) by the mid-May deadline (often May 15 at 5 p.m. EST).
Valid Appeal Grounds
Common appeal reasons include:
Assessment materially exceeds fair market value.
Errors in square footage, lot size, condition, or property characteristics.
Incorrect valuation methods or data entry issues.
Note: Simply disagreeing with an increase due to market conditions is not grounds for appeal under NC law.
Upcoming Elections and Candidate Landscape
Local elections shape who will set future tax rates, approve budgets, and influence development policy.
2025 Greensboro Mayoral Election
In the November 2025 election, Marikay Abuzuaiter was elected mayor, defeating Robbie Perkins in the general election. This leadership change reflects voter priorities on housing, fiscal responsibility, and city services.
2026 Candidate Filings
The Guilford County Board of Elections maintains a list of candidates filed for various municipal, county, and state offices. You can review filings, offices open, and schedules on the Board of Elections candidate information page.
What to Watch
Primary and general election calendars for Greensboro council seats and other local offices.
How candidate platforms address property tax transparency, housing affordability, infrastructure funding, and tax rate policy.
Local Development and Housing Context
Greensboro continues to see development activity tied to economic growth and housing demand:
Corridor development: Projects along Randleman Road, E. Gate City Blvd., and E. Washington St. aim to enhance access, attract private investment, and support long-term tax base expansion.
Infill and revitalization: Strategic use of American Rescue Plan and bond funds to support neighborhood stabilization and walkable development align with the city’s housing targets.
Investors, owners, and renters alike should monitor these trends as they intersect with the tax reappraisal and potential future adjustments to tax rates that affect carrying costs and development incentives.
Key Links for Greensboro & Guilford County Homeowners
2026 Reappraisal Overview: Guilford County Tax Department reappraisal page. Guilford County 2026 Reappraisal Overview
Appeals & Review Tools: Real Property Listing and Appeals portal including appeal deadlines. Guilford County Real Property Listing & Appeals
Board of Elections Candidate Info: Candidate filing lists and election schedules. Guilford County Board of Elections Candidate Filing Info
City Budget and Council News: Greensboro official budget update and council priorities. Greensboro Recommended Budget & Council News
