San Francisco property tax appeals & home values
Homeowners in San Francisco County, which includes San Francisco, can save an average of $3,181 annually through property tax appeals and exemptions. Learn about home valuations and property tax appeals in San Francisco County, California below.
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San Francisco County tax rate
San Francisco County average tax
San Francisco County median home value
San Francisco County appeal deadline
What is my house worth in San Francisco?
Property taxes in San Francisco are calculated at the county level based on the assessed value of your property, which may differ from its actual market value due to exemptions, caps, or special assessment rules. Many homeowners can reduce their tax burden through protesting their property tax or with exemptions such as homestead, senior, etc., depending on local laws.
Because property tax systems are administered at the county level, rates and available exemptions can vary widely across San Francisco County. Understanding how your county calculates home valuations, comps and what exemptions you qualify for, and where reduction opportunities exist can lead to meaningful savings.
Home Valuations
Comps, or comparisons, allows San Francisco homeowners to compare their home valuation to others with similar attributes.
Comparative Market Analysis (CMA)
A Comparative Market Analysis, also known as a CMA, is a report that uses comps, plus other market data, to estimate your home's value.
Property Tax Appeals
Every San Francisco homeowner can protest their property taxes in San Francisco County with the right comps and CMA report.
Property Tax Trends in San Francisco
San Francisco is taxed at the county level. These are San Francisco County's figures, the most local published for San Francisco homeowners.
Current Tax Rate
0.66%
The effective property tax rate in San Francisco County is 0.66%, which is applied to your property's assessed value.
Average Tax Burden
$8,835
Homeowners in San Francisco County pay an average of $8,835 annually in property taxes.
Median Home Value
$1,348,700
The median home value in San Francisco County serves as a benchmark for property assessments.
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Property Tax FAQ
Common questions about San Francisco property taxes, appeals, and exemptions.
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