Riley County appraiser outlines 2026 valuations, appeal process and timeline

Anna Berson, with the Riley County Appraisers Office, reported that the 2026 property evaluations are complete and that change‑of‑value notices will be mailed on Feb. 25. “We have completed the required studies and analysis for the '26 property evaluations,” she said, and added that parcel values will be visible on the county’s parcel search by noon on Feb. 27.

Berson provided market data: she said the average valid home sale price in Riley County was $301,998 in 2025 (up from $275,000 in 2024) and the median sale price was $270,000 in 2025 (up from $250,000 in 2024). She told property owners that valuation changes are typically due to market shifts or property‑specific updates and emphasized that “we do not set tax rates.”

Berson explained the appeal process under Kansas law: appeal forms must be fully completed, signed and returned within 30 days of the mailing date; appeals may be emailed, dropped off, or mailed (postmark by March 26). She provided the appeal phone line (785‑537‑6316) and the appraiser’s office number (785‑537‑6310). The office will schedule appeal meetings after receiving completed forms.