Los Angeles County Assessor
California Homeowners' Property Tax Exemption is available to homeowners in Santa Monica, CA.
California homeowners exemption reduces the assessed value of owner-occupied primary residences by $7,000, resulting in annual property tax savings of approximately $70-80. Available to all Santa Monica homeowners who occupy their property as their principal place of residence on January 1.
$7,000 assessed value reduction saves approximately $70 in annual property tax
Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.
Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
In Santa Monica, CA, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
A grant-savvy contractor in Santa Monica, CA can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.
Documents you will likely need
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: Must file by February 15 for current tax year
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California Homeowners' Property Tax Exemption is open to homeowners in Santa Monica, CA. It has no income limit.
Apply directly with Los Angeles County Assessor using the official program link on this page or call (213) 974-3211. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Must file by February 15 for current tax year.
Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.
Rebates and discounts that stack on top of any grant. Most are free to use.
This is just one of many grants, rebates, and free programs available. Stack them together to maximize your savings.
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