Parcel Tax Exemptions and Special Assessments

• School Parcel Tax of 2020 - $288 parcel tax in 2021-22 and adjusted for inflation annually.  Provides funds to increase salaries for SFUSD teachers.  
• School Facilities Special Tax of 2010 - $39.72 per single family residential parcels and $19.86 per dwelling unit on multi-family residential parcels in 2021-22, and adjusted for inflation annually. Upgrades the seismic resistance of SFUSD facilities and make fire- and life-safety improvements. 
• Quality Teacher and Education Act of 2008 - $275.02 parcel tax in 2021-22 and adjusted for inflation annually. Provides increased support and accountability for our educators and schools. Learn more.  

City College of San Francisco Parcel Tax 2012 - $99 per year and adjusted for inflation annually.  The funds generated by this tax will be used to maintain and enhance the quality of education at City College campuses, including core academics, workforce training, university preparation, libraries and technology.

There are no senior or low income exemptions, as state law does not provide for such exemptions.

Additional opportunities for exemptions and tax savings can be found at the Office of the Assessor-Recorder's website at https://www.sfassessor.org/tax-savings/exemptions.

The State Controller's Property Tax Postponement Program allows homeowners who are seniors, are blind, or have a disability to defer current-year property taxes if they meet certain criteria.  Applications will be available in September of the next tax year.  For more information call (800) 952-5661 visit the State Controller's Property Tax Postponement page. 

Direct charges and special assessments represent additional fees or outstanding city debt added to your property tax bill by other city departments. Contact the appropriate department (listed below) directly for further information: