Castro Valley Property Tax Rate
Alameda County, California
Castro Valley is located in Alameda County, California. Homeowners in Castro Valley pay a median of $7,611 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $1,058,200, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.72%. This is 8% lower than the Alameda County average of 0.78%.
0.72%
vs 0.78% county avg
$7,611
Per year
$1,058,200
2024 estimate
65,389
Castro Valley, CA
How Castro Valley Compares
Cities in Alameda County
Compare property tax rates for 13 cities in Alameda County, California.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland | $7,855 | 0.85% |
| Dublin | $10,001 | 0.82% |
| Livermore | $8,272 | 0.80% |
| Alameda | $9,587 | 0.80% |
| Union City | $8,139 | 0.77% |
| Berkeley | $10,001 | 0.74% |
| San Leandro | $5,832 | 0.72% |
| Castro Valley | $7,611 | 0.72% |
| Fremont | $9,025 | 0.70% |
| Pleasanton | $10,001 | 0.70% |
| Newark | $7,653 | 0.70% |
| Hayward | $5,519 | 0.67% |
| San Lorenzo | $5,437 | 0.65% |
About Property Taxes in Castro Valley
Property taxes in Castro Valley are collected by Alameda County. Tax exemptions available to Alameda County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Castro Valley. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Alameda County property tax page.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$2,160
$180/month · Rate: 0.72%
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Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.