California Homeowners' Property Tax Exemption
California Board of Equalization / San Diego County Assessor
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs California Homeowners' Property Tax Exemption in its San Diego, CA research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
California's Homeowners' Exemption reduces the assessed value of an owner-occupied primary residence by $7,000, saving approximately $70-$100 per year in property taxes. The exemption is available to all homeowners regardless of income and auto-renews once filed. New owners should file BOE-266 with the San Diego County Assessor by February 15 of the tax year.
Must be owner-occupied primary residence; file BOE-266 with San Diego County Assessor; auto-renews after initial filing; no income limit
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for San Diego, CA, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- SDHC Housing Rehabilitation Program, Home Repair Grant Up to $15,000 grant for emergency/accessibility repairs
- SDHC ADU Finance Program Up to $250,000 construction-to-permanent loan at 1%-4% fixed
- SDHC First-Time Homebuyer Program, Low Income Up to 19% of purchase price (max ~$125,000 loan) + $10,000 closing cost grant
- SDHC First-Time Homebuyer Program, Middle Income $40,000 deferred loan + $10,000 closing cost grant
Key Details
- Reduces assessed value by $7,000, saves ~$70-$100/year on property taxes
- No income limit, available to all owner-occupant primary residence holders
- File BOE-266 with San Diego County Assessor by February 15
- Automatically renews each year once approved
- Call (619) 531-5772 or visit sandiegocounty.gov/assessor
How to Apply
Some programs require contractor estimates, licenses, or inspections. A cited link may be general, so confirm the current rules with the administrator before hiring; a directory match does not guarantee contractor eligibility or funding.
You may need a contractor or estimate
Some programs for this project type ask for a license, inspection, or written estimate. Confirm the rule before contacting a contractor in San Diego.
Get matched with a contractorEach administrator sets its contractor rules. Confirm exact requirements directly; the cited URL may be a general agency page.
Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
- 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.
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- 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 and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: File by February 15 with San Diego County Assessor for new claims; auto-renews once approved
Questions about this program?
Email us at no charge. Messages are reviewed manually, but a response time is not guaranteed.
Email us about this programReport a problem with this listing
Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for California Homeowners' Property Tax Exemption in San Diego, CA?
The Grant Map record states: $7,000 reduction in assessed value (saves ~$70-$100/year in property taxes). Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for California Homeowners' Property Tax Exemption in San Diego?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for California Homeowners' Property Tax Exemption in San Diego, CA?
Confirm the application route directly with California Board of Equalization / San Diego County Assessor; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (619) 531-5772. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: File by February 15 with San Diego County Assessor for new claims; auto-renews once approved.
Need a Contractor for This Project?
Browse local listings or request an introduction. The Grant Map does not guarantee licensing, program experience, work quality, or funding.
More ways to save on this project
Rebates and discounts that may reduce project cost. Confirm eligibility and coordination rules before including one in your budget.
Find More Programs in San Diego, CA
This is one of several kinds of assistance that may be available. Review other programs separately and confirm whether their administrators allow coordination for the same work.
See All Programs