Why did my Canton property tax bill go up even though I did not renovate?

Rising comparable sales in your area can raise a Canton home's assessed value even without any renovation, since Cherokee County reassesses based on market activity, not just permits pulled on your specific property. A higher millage rate set by the county, city or school district can also raise the bill on an unchanged assessed value. Reviewing your annual notice against recent neighborhood sales shows which factor actually moved your number. Appeal within the deadline if the new value looks out of line with real comparable sales.