Important dates for property owners

February 15: Deadline to file for exemptions
March 31: Deadline to file for informal review
April 1: Deadline to file business personal property statement

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Assessor-Recorder

Our mission is to fairly and accurately identify and assess all taxable property in San Francisco and record, secure and provide access to property, marriage and other records.

Assessor-Recorder

Our mission is to fairly and accurately identify and assess all taxable property in San Francisco and record, secure and provide access to property, marriage and other records.

We are here to serve

Together, we work to ensure the financial stability of San Francisco. We seek to advance our values of fairness, care, equity, and excellence in service to our diverse constituents and communities. Joaquín Torres serves as your elected Assessor-Recorder.See Joaquín's priorities and announcements

Search for property

Search for Assessor Parcel Numbers, parcel history and maps using SF Planning's Property Information Map (SF PIM).

Record a document

Learn how to record a document with our Office, such as a deed, deed of trust, lien and more.

Get copies of recorded documents

You can buy official and certified copies of recorded documents. Previews are available for free.

Get an informal review of your home

If you think that the taxable value of your residential property is greater than the market value, file an informal review from January 2 to March 31.

Calendar

Full calendar

Meetings and Workshops

The Office of the Assessor-Recorder hosts educational workshops and meetings throughout the year on Proposition 13, Proposition 19, how to appeal your property value, estate planning and more.

PAST CALENDAR

February 13

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Event

Public Budget Meeting

Thursday, February 13, 2025

5:30 pm

Services

Property value

Learn about real property assessments

Proposition 13, California's property assessment law that impacts property taxes.

Annual Notice of Assessed Value

Informational letter to notify you of your property’s assessed value (taxable) each year.

Important dates if you own property

Learn about deadlines to file an assessment appeal, pay property tax, and more.

Learn about new construction, remodel, and repair

We review DBI permits to determine if a project is assessable or excluded from reassessment.

Learn about change in ownership

All properties are required to be reassessed with a change in ownership, but certain exclusions may apply.

Learn about escape assessments

A correction to a property's assessed value.

Learn about supplemental assessments

Property reassessments upon changes in ownership or completion of new construction.

Learn about Possessory Interests (PI)

Private individuals' or entities' usage of government owned real estate is assessable and can be taxable.

Tenancy-in-common units

Tenancy-In-Common (TIC) is a form of ownership which allows a group of individuals to co-own a single parcel.

Property tax savings

File an appeal to contest your property value

See a step-by-step process for taxpayers to file an application with the Assessment Appeals Board.

Apply for a decline-in-value

Request an informal review from January to 2 to March 31 or file an appeal when the market value of your property is lower than the assessed value

Get tax exemptions for your property

Homeowners, veterans, nonprofits, hospitals, schools, religious organizations may qualify for exemptions.

Get tax exclusions for your property

Some types of new construction and changes in ownership may qualify for exclusions including parent to child transfers, earthquake retrofits, ADA improvements and more.

Get property tax relief

Tax relief is available for damage from natural disasters, for disabled people and seniors looking to transfer their assessed value to a new home.

Proposition 19

Prop 19 makes changes to property tax benefits for families, seniors, severely disabled persons, and natural disaster victims.

Record a document

Recording a document

We record, secure and provide access to documents related to marriage, real property, and business.

Record your public marriage license

Marriage licenses issued by the City and County of San Francisco are recorded at our office.

Remove discriminatory racial covenants

Strike out unlawful discriminatory language from recorded documents.

Get copies of documents

Get a copy of your marriage certificate

We offer many options to obtain a copy of your marriage certificate.

Get copies of recorded documents

You can purchase regular or certified copies of records and also view records for free online.

Business owners and personal property info

File your business property statement

Business personal property is a type of taxable property. It is generally property that is used in connection to a business, including business apartments and short term rentals as well as vessels.

Learn about business personal property

Business personal property is a type of taxable property. It is generally property that is used in connection to a business.

Business personal property frequently asked questions

This page outlines the answers to frequently asked questions about business personal property.

New Business Owners

This page outlines general information about business personal property assessments that new businesses should know.

Vessels and their assessed value

Vessels and boats are considered personal property under State law and are subject to property taxation.

Transfer tax

Transfer tax is imposed on the transfer of land or real property from one person (or entity) to another.

Learn about transfer tax

How the tax is calculated, what transfers are exempt, and the required forms.

Apply for transfer tax exemption for rent-restricted affordable housing

Certain property transfers may qualify for a reduction in transfer taxes, including properties that provide and maintain certain rent-restricted affordable housing.

Get help

Make an appointment with the Office of the Assessor-Recorder

Get help in person about tax savings and marriage certificate questions.

Change your mailing address for the Office of the Assessor-Recorder

It's your responsibility to report a change of mailing address.

Assessor-Recorder Youtube page

Visit our YouTube channel and watch videos explaining property assessment.

Assessor in the community

Community Engagement

Learn about Assessor Torres' taxpayer education and financial empowerment programs, including estate planning and the family wealth series.

Work with us!

Learn about Assessor-Recorder employment and internship opportunities.

Changes to property tax benefits in Proposition 19

Proposition 19 made changes to property tax benefits for families, seniors, severely disabled persons, and victims of natural disaster in California.Learn more about Prop 19