Wheeling Township’s 2025 Cook County Assessor appeal data shows that 14.81% of appeals resulted in a change to assessed value. The average assessed value declined from $54,445 to $52,948 after appeal, a reduction of about 2.75%. Appeal success varied significantly by property class, with some residential and commercial classes performing well above the township average. These results help property owners evaluate whether a Cook County property tax appeal may be worth pursuing.

Wheeling Township Cook County Property Tax Appeal Results 2025

This analysis reviews Cook County Assessor appeal outcomes for Wheeling Township for the 2025 tax year. The data includes property class, proposed assessed value, final assessed value, and appeal outcomes.

For this report, an appeal is considered successful when the outcome is marked “CHANGE,” meaning the assessed value did not remain the same after review.

Data overview and key metrics

These figures provide a clear snapshot of how often appeals led to adjusted assessments and how values changed on average across the township.

Township appeal results overview

Cook County reassesses properties on a township cycle, and Wheeling Township properties were reviewed for the 2025 tax year. Property owners who believed their assessments were inaccurate or higher than comparable properties had the opportunity to file an appeal with the Cook County Assessor.

This analysis reflects what happened after appeals were decided, offering insight into how frequently assessments changed and which property types experienced higher success rates.

Overall appeal success rate in Wheeling Township

In 2025, 14.81% of appeals in Wheeling Township resulted in a change to assessed value.

Put simply, about 1 out of every 7 appeals led to an adjustment. While most appeals did not result in a change, successful cases demonstrate that assessments can and do move when supported by the right data.

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Appeal success rate by property class and property type

Appeal outcomes varied widely depending on property class, which reflects how a property is used and valued in Cook County.

Common Wheeling Township property classes in this analysis

• 2-03 Single-family homes

• 2-04 Small multi-family residential

• 2-05 Mixed-use residential

• 2-06 Residential with special features

• 2-07 Townhomes and attached units

• 2-34 Special residential valuation

• 2-78 Residential with exemptions

• 2-95 Limited market residential

• 2-99 General residential

• 5-93 Commercial or industrial

• Other residential classes (combined for clarity)

Some classes showed success rates well above the township average, while others saw far fewer changes. This highlights why comparing your property to similar class properties in the same township is critical when evaluating an appeal.

The chart below shows appeal success rates by property class and property type:

Assessed value changes explained

Across all Wheeling Township appeals:

• Average proposed assessed value: $54,445

• Average final assessed value: $52,948

This represents an average reduction of $1,497, or about 2.75%.

Why this matters: assessed value is a key input in calculating property tax bills. Even modest percentage reductions can translate into meaningful tax savings, especially for higher value residential and commercial properties.

What these results mean for Wheeling Township property owners

If you own property in Wheeling Township, these results suggest a few important takeaways:

1. Appeals can work, but results vary. Not every appeal leads to a change, but successful outcomes are consistent enough to justify reviewing your assessment.

2. Property class matters. Some residential and commercial classes perform better than others, making class-level comparisons essential.

3. Data drives results. Appeals supported by strong comparables and accurate property details are more likely to succeed.

A practical next step is to compare your assessed value to similar properties in your neighborhood. Cook County Tax Appeals makes this easy by showing whether your property appears overassessed before you decide to appeal.

Frequently asked questions

What is a good Cook County property tax appeal success rate?

Success rates vary by township and property class. In Wheeling Township for 2025, the overall success rate was 14.81%, with some classes performing much higher.

What does “CHANGE” mean on an appeal result?

A result marked “CHANGE” means the Cook County Assessor adjusted the assessed value after reviewing the appeal.

Do residential and commercial properties appeal differently?

Yes. Valuation methods, comparables, and appeal strategies differ, which is why success rates vary by property class.

Can I check my appeal potential before filing?

Yes. At Cook County Tax Appeals, you can check your assessment, review comparable properties, and estimate potential savings before starting an appeal.

Conclusion

Wheeling Township’s 2025 Cook County Assessor appeal results show that appeals can lead to real assessment changes, especially when supported by strong data and accurate comparisons. Understanding how your property class performed is one of the best ways to decide whether an appeal makes sense.

If you own property in Wheeling Township and want to know whether you are paying more than your fair share, visit Cook County Tax Appeals.
You can check potential savings, understand your options, and start an appeal with no upfront cost. Property owners only pay if you save.