Santa Clara County Senior Property Tax Exemption
Santa Clara County Assessor's Office
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Santa Clara County Senior Property Tax Exemption in its Saratoga, CA research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Provides a reduction in assessed value for seniors 65+, blind, or disabled persons who own and occupy their primary residence. The exemption reduces the property's assessed value by up to $7,000, resulting in lower property taxes.
Annual property tax savings from $7,000 assessed value reduction
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- $7,000 reduction in assessed property value
- For seniors 65+, blind, or disabled persons
- Household income under $63,280 (2024)
- Must own and occupy home as primary residence
- Apply by February 15 each year
How to Apply
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Track this programProgram phone: (408) 299-5500
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
- Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Apply by February 15
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Santa Clara County Senior Property Tax Exemption in Saratoga, CA?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $7,000 reduction in assessed value. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Santa Clara County Senior Property Tax Exemption in Saratoga?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It carries a senior-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Santa Clara County Senior Property Tax Exemption in Saratoga, CA?
Confirm the application route directly with Santa Clara County Assessor's Office; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (408) 299-5500. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Apply by February 15.
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