San Francisco Transfer Tax

The Transfer Tax Rate for the City and County of San Francisco, payable upon transfer of Real Property, is calculated as follows:

• More than $100 but less than/equal to $250,000 $2.50 for each $500 or portion thereof
• More than $250,000 but less than $1,000,000 $3.40 for each $500 or portion thereof
• $1,000,000 or more but less than $5,000,000 $3.75 for each $500 or portion thereof
• $5,000,000 or more but less than $10,000,000 $11.25 for each $500 or portion thereof
• $10,000,000 or more but less than $25,000,000 $27.50 for each $500 or portion thereof
• $25,000,000 or more $30.00 for each $500 or portion thereof

In San Francisco, the Seller typically pays the transfer tax. Be sure to calculate transfer tax when considering selling your home.