Simi Valley Property Tax Records

Property tax records for Simi Valley are handled by Ventura County. The city has no direct role in property tax assessment or collection. Ventura County manages all property tax operations for Simi Valley under California state law. The County Assessor establishes property values each year. The Treasurer-Tax Collector office mails bills and processes payments. Simi Valley residents can search property information, pay bills, and file exemptions using county online portals. The base property tax rate is one percent of assessed value under Proposition 13. Additional assessments may exist through Community Facilities Districts or special zones in some neighborhoods. All property records for Simi Valley are maintained by county offices.

Ventura County Tax Administration

Simi Valley is located in Ventura County. All property tax functions for the city are handled by county offices. The Assessor sets values. The Treasurer-Tax Collector bills and collects. This structure is used throughout California.

To search Simi Valley property records, use Ventura County online systems. The county provides portals to look up assessed values, view bills, and make payments. All Simi Valley properties are included in these databases.

Contact the Ventura County Assessor at 805-654-2181. The office is at 800 South Victoria Avenue in Ventura. Visit assessor.venturacounty.gov for forms, FAQs, and search tools.

For bill and payment questions, reach the Treasurer-Tax Collector at 805-654-3744. Email HelpingHand@venturacounty.gov. The office is at 800 South Victoria Ave, Ventura, CA 93009-1290. Pay online at venturacounty.gov/ttc.

How Simi Valley Properties Are Valued

The Ventura County Assessor determines the taxable value of all Simi Valley properties annually. For most homes, assessed value equals the purchase price when you buy. After purchase, value can increase up to two percent each year under Proposition 13. This caps annual tax growth.

New construction adds value. When you build an addition, finish rooms, or add structures, the Assessor increases your assessed value. Building permits alert the county to changes. You receive a supplemental tax bill for the added value during the tax year.

Some transfers avoid reassessment. Parents can transfer a primary residence to children without a new value if they file within three years. Grandparent to grandchild transfers also qualify in certain situations. These preserve the old assessed value and prevent a tax increase.

Homeowners age 55 and over can transfer their base value to a new home. Buy within two years of selling your old home. The new home cannot cost more. File the claim within three years of purchase. This protects your tax rate when you move to a smaller home.

Payment Options for Simi Valley Property Taxes

Ventura County offers multiple ways to pay. Pay online through the county payment portal. Credit cards have a 2.75 percent service fee. Visa and MasterCard debit cards have a 1.75 percent fee. Electronic checks cost $1.10 per transaction. The portal is available around the clock.

You can pay in person at the Treasurer-Tax Collector office at 800 South Victoria Avenue in Ventura during business hours. The office accepts cash, checks, money orders, and debit cards. Bring your payment stub. In-person cash and check payments avoid online fees.

Mail payments to the address on your tax bill. Make checks payable to Ventura County Treasurer-Tax Collector. Include the payment stub with your check. Mail early so the postmark date meets the deadline. Late postmarks result in penalties.

Note: Postmark date determines on-time payment for mailed checks.

Search Simi Valley Property Records

Use the Ventura County property search system to look up any Simi Valley address. Enter the street address or Assessor Parcel Number on the county website. The database shows current assessed value, property type, square footage, lot size, and exemptions. It also displays assessment history for previous years. This tool is free.

To view your tax bill and payment status, visit the Treasurer-Tax Collector portal at venturacounty.gov/ttc. Search by parcel number or address. The system shows your current bill, payment status, and any penalties. Download bill copies in PDF format. Prior year bills and payment records are also available.

If you need a duplicate bill, contact the Tax Collector at 805-654-3744. You can also view and print bills from the online portal at no cost.

Property Tax Exemptions in Simi Valley

Simi Valley homeowners qualify for the Homeowners' Exemption if they own and occupy the property as their primary residence. This exemption reduces assessed value by $7,000. File with the Ventura County Assessor by February 15. Once approved, it renews automatically each year unless you move.

Veterans with service-connected disabilities can claim exemptions based on their VA disability rating and income level. Disabled persons under age 62 also qualify if they meet income requirements. Forms are available from the Assessor office or at assessor.venturacounty.gov.

The Property Tax Postponement Program helps eligible seniors defer taxes. You must be at least 62, have 40 percent equity, and household income under $55,181. The state pays your taxes and records a lien. Interest accrues at five percent per year. Apply at sco.ca.gov between October 1 and February 10 each year.

Tax Bill Due Dates and Penalties

Ventura County mails property tax bills in October. First installment is due November 1 and becomes delinquent at 5:00 pm on December 10 with a ten percent penalty. Second installment is due February 1 and delinquent April 10 with another ten percent penalty plus cost charges.

You are responsible for paying on time even if you do not receive a bill. Contact the Tax Collector at 805-654-3744 if your bill does not arrive by late October. View and download bills from the online portal.

Community Facilities Districts and Special Assessments

Some Simi Valley neighborhoods have Community Facilities Districts or Mello-Roos assessments. These special taxes fund infrastructure like schools, parks, roads, and utilities. CFDs are common in developments built in the last few decades. The assessment appears as a separate line on your property tax bill.

If your property is in a CFD, you pay both the regular property tax and the CFD assessment. The county collects both amounts. CFD rates vary by district. Some expire after a set period. Others continue until bonds are paid off. The assessment stays with the property when you sell.

Check your tax bill to see if you have a CFD assessment. Contact the Ventura County Treasurer-Tax Collector at 805-654-3744 for information about active districts in Simi Valley.

How to Appeal Your Assessment

Simi Valley property owners can appeal their assessed value if they believe it is too high. File with the Ventura County Assessment Appeals Board between July 2 and September 15. The form is available from the County Assessor or the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors.

Include evidence with your appeal. Recent sales of comparable homes in Simi Valley work well. A professional appraisal strengthens your case. Photos showing damage or needed repairs help. The Board schedules a hearing. You present your evidence. The Assessor presents their valuation. The Board determines the correct value.

You can represent yourself. Many property owners do not hire lawyers for appeals. If you win, your assessed value decreases and your tax bill drops. If you lose, the value stays the same. You can file a new appeal in future years.

The law allows up to two years for the Board to resolve an appeal. You will get notice of your hearing at least 45 days in advance. Some counties charge filing fees. Check with the Clerk about costs. The State Board of Equalization provides guidance at boe.ca.gov.

Getting Property Tax Help

The Ventura County Assessor office answers questions about property values and assessments. Call 805-654-2181 or visit 800 South Victoria Avenue in Ventura. The website at assessor.venturacounty.gov has forms, FAQs, and instructional materials.

For billing and payment help, contact the Treasurer-Tax Collector at 805-654-3744. Email HelpingHand@venturacounty.gov. Staff can explain charges, locate payment records, and provide duplicate bills.

The Taxpayers' Rights Advocate Office at the State Board of Equalization helps with unresolved property tax issues. This independent office protects taxpayer rights. Call 916-274-3400 or email traoffice@boe.ca.gov.

Other Ventura County Cities

Other cities in Ventura County use the same county offices for property tax administration.