Tax letter.pdf
Charles H Roach, Petitioner V City Of Eastpointe, Respondent · 25-002869-TT
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Charles & Lakeshia Roach 63719 Georgetowne W Washington, MI 48095 Dear Eastpointe Assessor’s OƯice, I am submitting a formal appeal regarding the property tax assessment for my newly constructed home at 23708 Lexington Ave, Eastpointe, MI 48021. The current annual tax bill for this property is **$14,000**, which is significantly higher than comparable homes in Eastpointe and even more so when compared to my primary residence at **63719 Georgetowne W, Washington Township, MI**. That home is **3,800 square feet**, located in a more desirable area, and yet its annual property taxes are **approximately $9,800** — nearly **30% lower**, despite being **almost twice the size**. This disparity raises serious concerns about the accuracy of the assessment and the sustainability of future development. I am currently building on **ten lots within Eastpointe**, with the goal of creating aƯordable, high-quality housing that benefits the community. If taxation remains this excessive, these homes will not be financially viable, and the opportunity to contribute positively to Eastpointe’s growth will be lost. Attached is a comprehensive appeal packet that includes: - Copies of both property tax bills - Millage rate comparisons between Eastpointe and Washington Township - Recent comparable sales in Eastpointe _(Exhibit A)_ - Millage rate breakdown _(Exhibit B)_ I respectfully request a reassessment of the taxable value of 23708 Lexington Ave. Please let me know if additional documentation is needed or if a meeting can be arranged to discuss this further. Thank you for your time and consideration. Warm regards, **Keshia Roach** 궭 궮 313-790-9125 귗 귘 귙 귚 귛 귝 규 lakeshiaroach@hotmail.com 궭 궮 313-790-9125
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� � Exhibit A – Property Tax Comparison This exhibit compares the property tax assessments of two homes owned by Chuck & Keshia Roach. The subject property in Eastpointe is significantly smaller and located in a less desirable area, yet carries a disproportionately high tax burden compared to her primary residence in Washington Township. Property Address Square Footage Year Built Assessed Value (2024) Annual Tax (2024) Notes 23708 Lexington Ave 2,000 sq ft 2024 $8,600 $14,000 (reported) New construction; high millage rate in Eastpointe 63719 Georgetowne W 3,500 sq ft 2013 $330,700 $7,818 Larger home in Washington Twp; lower millage rate 굓 굔 굕 굖 Despite being nearly twice the size and in a more desirable location, the Washington Township home is taxed at nearly half the rate of the Eastpointe property. You can label this as Exhibit A in your packet and refer to it in your email like: “Please see Exhibit A for a direct comparison of property tax assessments between my Eastpointe and Washington Township homes.” Would you like help assembling Exhibits A, B, and C into a final printable layout or digital PDF? I can guide you through that next. paste directly into your email. It’s formatted for clarity and impact: 굇 굃 굈 굉 굊 Exhibit B – Millage Rate Comparison (2025) This chart compares the homestead and non-homestead millage rates between Eastpointe and Washington Township, both located in Macomb County. The disparity highlights the excessive tax burden placed on the Eastpointe property. Location School District Homestead Rate Non-Homestead Rate Eastpointe, MI Eastpointe Schools 64.8785 mills 82.0094 mills Washington Twp, MI Romeo Schools 27.5321 mills 45.5321 mills
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誑 誒 誗 誓 誔 誕 誖 The Eastpointe property is taxed at more than 2.3× the rate of the Washington Township home, despite being smaller and located in a less desirable area. 誑 誒 誗 誓 誔 誕 誖 Comparable Property Sales – Eastpointe, MI These recently sold or listed properties in Eastpointe demonstrate significantly lower market values compared to the assessed value of the property at 23708 Lexington Ave, despite being similar in size or condition. This evidence supports the claim that the current tax assessment is not reflective of fair market value. Address Square Footage Sale Price Sale Date Notes 23162 Normandy Ave 1,113 sq ft $125,000 June 30, 2025 Older home, standard condition 23830 Shakespeare Ave 966 sq ft $162,000 June 27, 2025 Good condition 21783 Gascony Ave 1,114 sq ft $118,000 June 30, 2025 Comparable age & style 16544 Stricker Ave 1,695 sq ft $150,000 June 30, 2025 Slightly larger than others 23164 Piper Ave 1,166 sq ft $117,000 June 26, 2025 Smaller than subject home 24511 Brittany Ave 1,550 sq ft $175,000 July 1, 2025 Well-maintained 22114 Pleasant Ave (New) 1,480 sq ft $278,999 (Listed) Active Listing New construction 굗 굙 굘 Note: Your Eastpointe home at 2,000 sq ft is significantly larger than all of these — yet the assessed value resulting in $14,000/year in taxes far exceeds the sale prices shown here.