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Department of Tax and Collections
Department of Tax and Collections

Obtain unsecured property tax information

View and pay unsecured property taxes

To pay for unsecured property (businesses, boats, and airplanes), you will need:

  • Assessment number
  • Assessor's account number
  • Business name or business address

Make online payments by clicking "Make a Payment" below using a major credit card or eCheck. The online payment site is unavailable every third weekend of the month from 8:00 A.M. Saturday to 5:00 P.M. Sunday Pacific Time.

Notice: new credit/debit card rate of 2.22% with a minimum of $1.49 per transaction will go into effect on July 1, 2024. eCheck payments will continue to have no fees.

Pay online

Learn about payment instructions here

Submit your questions and comments here

Property tax calendar

All Taxes

  • January 1
    Lien Date—the day your property’s value is assessed.

Secured Taxes

  • October
    Tax bills are mailed
  • November 1
    First Installment is due
  • December 10
    Last day to pay First Installment without penalties
  • February 1
    Second Installment is due
  • April 10
    Last day to pay Second Installment without penalties
  • June 30
    Last day to pay current year's taxes without additional penalties

Unsecured Taxes

  • July
    Tax bills are mailed and due upon receipt
  • August 31
    Last day to pay unsecured taxes without penalties

Note: If December 10, April 10, or August 31 fall on a weekend or County of Santa Clara holiday, then the Delinquent Date is extended to the next business day.

Please consult your tax bill for important notes regarding penalties, fees, and other ramifications of paying after the delinquent date.

Related resources

Pay property taxes

Property tax information

Mailing your tax bill

Special assessments

Public auction

Visiting DTAC

Other resources