When are property taxes due in Santa Cruz County, California?

Santa Cruz County property taxes are due December 10. A second installment is due April 10. This deadline applies to all counties in California.

What is the penalty for late property tax payment in Santa Cruz County, California?

The late payment penalty in Santa Cruz County is 10% + $10 fee.

How do I pay Santa Cruz County, California property taxes?

You can pay Santa Cruz County property taxes via Online, mail, in-person.

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Santa Cruz County Property Tax Due Date

California

2026 Property Tax Due Dates

Installment 1

December 10

First installment

Installment 2

April 10

Second installment

Penalty: 10% + $10 feeGrace period: None

Payment Methods

Online, Mail, In-Person

Santa Cruz County Treasurer

How to Pay

Online

Pay using credit card or e-check

By Mail

Mail check payable to Santa Cruz County Treasurer

In Person

Visit the Treasurer's office

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About Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz County , officially the County of Santa Cruz, is a county on the Pacific coast of the U.S. state of California. As of the 2020 census, the population was 270,861. The county seat is Santa Cruz.

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