Assessor-Recorder

This meeting will provide residents with an opportunity to learn more about the Office of the Assessor-Recorder’s role in relation to both the City budget and property taxation, as well as the State laws that guide the assessment process in California. We will also answer questions regarding reassessment timelines following a change in ownership, assessment appeals, declines in value, informal reviews, Proposition 19, and related topics.

Assessor-Recorder Torres and HERA (Housing and Economic Rights Advocates) will provide a free Estate Planning Workshop at HOME SF's Affordable Housing Expo and Help Center. The Office will also be tabling to answer your questions about your property assessment, records, and more.

Join Assessor-Recorder Joaquín Torres for an important community conversation about property assessments and the Office's key priorities.

Join Assessor-Recorder Joaquín Torres for an important community conversation about property assessments and the Office's key priorities.

San Francisco Assessor-Recorder Joaquín Torres is partnering with the California Secretary of State Shirley Weber to bring apostille and other services directly to our community through a special pop-up event—making it easier to access essential services without leaving San Francisco.

Learn about property tax basics and recent changes to State law about intergenerational property transfers.

If you think that the taxable value of your residential property is greater than the market value, file an informal review for free. The review process is open from January 2 to March 31. Note, market value is the price a property would sell for when it is put up for sale in a competitive and open market. Only residential properties are eligible and the Office of the Assessor-Recorder does not accept filings by third parties. PLEASE NOTE, THE PERIOD FOR REQUESTING AN INFORMAL REVIEW CLOSED ON MARCH 31 2026. FORMS SUBMITTED AFTER THE FACT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Join Assessor-Recorder Joaquín Torres for an important community conversation about property assessments and the Office's key priorities.

Join us for an important community conversation on the Office's budget, priorities and property assessment rules. The meeting will be at the United Playaz Community Room at 1044 Howard Street in San Francisco, CA.

Assessor-Recorder Torres will participate in the San Francisco Public Library's Financial Planning Day on Saturday, October 18 with a presentation on Propositions 13 & 19 to help you understand the State laws that drive property tax in California, build financial confidence and plan for the future.