01Los Angeles County Assessor Property Search 2026
The official Assessor portal at portal.assessor.lacounty.gov is completely free — no account, no fee, instant results on desktop or mobile.
Go to assessor.lacounty.gov — the official LA County Assessor website
Visit assessor.lacounty.gov directly or go straight to the search portal at portal.assessor.lacounty.gov. Avoid any third-party sites that charge fees.
Click Property Search
Use the official search tool at portal.assessor.lacounty.gov.
Enter your details — any of these work
Type your property address, AIN (Assessor Identification Number), or owner name. Partial entries work.
Click Search → Select your property from results
Matching properties appear. Click your parcel to see the full 2026 assessed value record.
Review your complete property record
Your record shows: 2026 assessed value, land/improvement breakdown, exemptions on file, and history.
Save or print your record as PDF
Press Ctrl+P (Windows) or Cmd+P (Mac) → Save as PDF. Save the full property detail page. You will need this for any appeal or exemption filing.
Map Search — check parcel boundaries
Use the interactive map tools on the Assessor portal to view parcel boundaries and nearby properties — very useful for appeal evidence.
02LA County Assessor Contact Info, Address & Office Hours
| Item | Verified Details |
|---|---|
| Physical Address | 500 W Temple St, Room 225, Los Angeles, CA 90012 |
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 2310, Los Angeles, CA 90051 |
| Main Phone | 213-974-3211 |
| Office Hours | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Official Website | assessor.lacounty.gov |
| Property Search Portal | portal.assessor.lacounty.gov |
| LA County Tax Collector | 225 N Broadway, Los Angeles CA 90012 |
| Tax Collector Phone | 213-974-2111 — separate office, payments only |
When to call the Assessor — and what to have ready
Call 213-974-3211 for: incorrect property details, exemption status, or appeal help. Best time: call between 8:00 and 9:30 AM. Have your AIN or address ready. For tax payment questions, call the Tax Collector at 213-974-2111.
03Los Angeles County Homeowners Exemption 2026
The Homeowners’ Exemption is the biggest tax reduction available to LA County homeowners — and it is completely free to apply. Once approved, it stays permanently as long as you own and live in the home. Never pay a third-party agent to file this for you.
Reduces assessed value by $7,000 on your primary residence. Largest available tax reduction for most homeowners — apply first.
How to apply: Download Form BOE-266/ASSR-515 from assessor.lacounty.gov or lacounty.gov. Submit online or by mail. Attach proof of residency. Deadline: February 15 for full benefit.Download the Homeowners’ Exemption form
Go to assessor.lacounty.gov and download Form BOE-266/ASSR-515.
Fill out the form completely
Enter your AIN, address, ownership details, and residency information.
Attach proof of residency
Include a copy of your California driver’s license or other proof showing the property address.
Submit the form
Submit online if available, or mail to the Assessor’s office. Keep your submission receipt.
04How to Appeal Your LA County Assessed Value — 2026
If your 2026 assessed value is higher than the fair market value of your property, you have the right to file an assessment appeal — completely free.
Check your 2026 assessed value
Search your property at portal.assessor.lacounty.gov.
Gather evidence
Use recent comparable sales from the Assessor’s own data or recent appraisals.
File your appeal
File online or by mail before December 1, 2026.
Attend informal review or formal hearing
The Assessor may offer an informal review. If needed, attend a formal Assessment Appeals Board hearing.
05LA County Assessor vs. Tax Collector — Key Differences
The Assessor does NOT collect your property taxes
The Assessor only sets assessed values and handles exemptions and appeals. Tax bills and payments are handled by the Los Angeles County Treasurer and Tax Collector.
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