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California Property Tax Timeline & Resources
Know your key dates, penalties, and redemption rules—plus quick links for LA, Riverside, Sacramento, and San Joaquin Counties.
Key California Property Tax Dates (Secured Roll)
| Period | Description | Due / Delinquent | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Installment | Covers July 1–Dec 31 | Due Nov 1 • Delinquent Dec 10 | 10% penalty after delinquency; if the date falls on a weekend/holiday, next business day applies. |
| 2nd Installment | Covers Jan 1–June 30 | Due Feb 1 • Delinquent Apr 10 | 10% penalty + county costs after delinquency. |
| Unsecured Taxes | Business property, boats, aircraft | Due Aug 1 • Delinquent Aug 31 | Penalties & interest begin after Aug 31. |
| Tax Default | Unpaid at fiscal year end | Becomes defaulted July 1 | Monthly redemption interest accrues until paid in full. |
| Redemption Period | Owner can redeem by paying all taxes/penalties | Up to 5 years (3 years for certain nonresidential property) | After the window, property becomes subject to sale by the county tax collector. |
Sources: CA “Important Dates” & BOE overview; sale timing from State Controller guidance.
Penalties, Interest & Fees
- Each secured installment delinquency adds a 10% penalty; counties may add fixed costs (e.g., $10–$15) after Apr 10.
- Once taxes are defaulted (July 1), monthly redemption interest accrues until fully paid.
- Additional publication/collection fees apply prior to tax sale.
Redemption & Time to Sale
Tax-defaulted property is generally subject to sale after 5 years of default (3 years for certain nonresidential commercial parcels). The right of redemption ends at the close of business the day before the sale.
County Payment & Info Portals
Los Angeles County – Property Tax Portal
Pay, look up bills, FAQs, due dates.
Riverside County – Treasurer-Tax Collector
Payments, important dates, tax sales.
Sacramento County – Tax Collector
e-PropTax, payment options, FAQs.
San Joaquin County – Treasurer-Tax Collector
Pay bills, tax-defaulted sales, info.
Tip: If a due date (Dec 10 or Apr 10) lands on a weekend or holiday, the delinquency date moves to the next business day (LA County guidance).
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