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Riverside County, CA Homestead Exemption: How to File
How the homestead exemption and property tax relief work for homeowners in Riverside County, California: the statewide program, where to file locally and how much you might save.
No later than February 15 (statewide rule; confirm locally)
Local add-ons
Counties, cities and school districts in California may add their own exemptions or set different rates. The office above lists what applies to Riverside County homes.
The California statewide program
Homeowners' Exemption
California State Board of Equalization
Most homeowners
What it does
Reduces the taxable value of an owner-occupied home by $7,000.
Who qualifies
Owners whose home is their principal residence on January 1.
How to apply
File form BOE-266 once with your county assessor, no later than February 15 for the full exemption.