View Santa Cruz county secured/unsecured property tax bills and pay them online using this service. You will need your parcel/account number.
You may pay your property taxes by Electronic Check, MasterCard/Visa debit card, or by MasterCard, Visa, Discover or American Express credit card. There is an internet payment fee(convenience fee) charged in addition to the property tax amount you pay.
FAQs
What information is included with my tax bill?
The annual tax bill identifies the following:
• The owner of the record as of the legal lien date (January 1).
• The property location, when available (also known as situs).
• The assessed value of the property.
• The amount and type of exemption, if applicable.
• The amount of taxes due on the first and second installments, as well as the total of taxes due.
A breakdown of the types of taxes being collected, including the general tax levy (the constitutional 1% levy), locally voted special taxes, and city or district special assessments.
When are property taxes due?
The first installment of your property tax bill is due on November 1 and becomes delinquent after 5:00 p.m. on December 10. The second installment of your tax bill is due February 1 and becomes delinquent after 5:00 p.m. on April 10.
As a property owner, what are my responsibilities for the payment of taxes?
As the owner of the property in Santa Cruz County, you are responsible for the payment of your property taxes. If you are a new owner, taxes may have been prorated between the buyer and seller in escrow. THESE FUNDS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN WITHHELD FOR PAYMENT to the County Tax Collector. Ask your escrow officer or real estate advisor, or call the office.
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