Property taxes in San Mateo County, California
Homes in San Mateo County pay about 1.15% of their value in property taxes each year, or about $18,622 on a home at the local median sale price of $1,619,299. That’s about the same as the typical county in California (1.15%).
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Click a county for its figure. County outlines: U.S. Census Bureau.
Estimated yearly and monthly tax by home price
| Home price | Per year | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $250,000 | $2,875 | $240 |
| $400,000 | $4,600 | $383 |
| $600,000 | $6,900 | $575 |
| $800,000 | $9,200 | $767 |
| $1,000,000 | $11,500 | $958 |
What changes when you buy
Under Proposition 13, the assessed value resets to the purchase price when a home sells. The base rate is 1% of the purchase price plus local voter-approved charges, and you’ll also receive a one-time supplemental bill.
How accurate is a county rate?
This is a county average: the median tax bill divided by the median home value. Your bill depends on the home’s assessed value, the town and school district, and any exemptions you qualify for. Ask for the home’s current tax bill before you make an offer.
Questions
What is the property tax rate in San Mateo County, California?
About 1.15% of a home’s value per year, based on Estimate; confirm with the San Mateo County Controller.
How much is property tax on a $400,000 home in San Mateo County?
About $4,600 a year, or $383 a month.
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Source: Estimate; confirm with the San Mateo County Controller.