California Proposition 13 Property Tax Cap

Los Angeles County Assessor

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Constitutional property tax protection limiting assessed value increases to 2% per year until property is sold. Base property tax rate capped at 1% of assessed value. Proposition 19 (2021) allows homeowners 55+ or with disabilities to transfer tax base to new home up to 3 times. Contact LA County Assessor for base year value transfers.

Existing protection, no application required unless transferring base

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-17.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Property tax increases capped at 2% per year
  • Base rate of 1% assessed value
  • Prop 19: transfer tax base if 55+ or disabled
  • Up to 3 transfers allowed
  • No application unless transferring base year value

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Rowland Heights, CA can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Permanent California law

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