Los Angeles Transfer Tax and Measure ULA Calculator
Estimate Los Angeles County documentary transfer tax, City of Los Angeles base transfer tax, Measure ULA high-value tax, exemptions, and closing allocation questions.
Quick facts
- County DTT: $0.55 per $500
- City base tax: $2.25 per $500
- Measure ULA: 4% / 5.5%
What to verify
- The calculator layers LA County DTT, the City of Los Angeles base transfer tax, and Measure ULA when the price crosses the adjusted high-value thresholds.
- Measure ULA is calculated as a percentage of consideration or value, while the city base tax rounds to $500 increments.
- City boundaries, exemptions, entity transfers, and transaction-date evidence should be reviewed before recording.
Official sources
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Next step
A city-boundary mistake can swing the tax by six figures.
Common questions
What should I verify for Los Angeles Transfer Tax and Measure ULA Calculator?
Estimate Los Angeles County documentary transfer tax, City of Los Angeles base transfer tax, Measure ULA high-value tax, exemptions, and closing allocation questions. Key items include The calculator layers LA County DTT, the City of Los Angeles base transfer tax, and Measure ULA when the price crosses the adjusted high-value thresholds and Measure ULA is calculated as a percentage of consideration or value, while the city base tax rounds to $500 increments.
What is the next step after using Los Angeles Transfer Tax and Measure ULA Calculator?
A city-boundary mistake can swing the tax by six figures. Use the calculator result as a planning estimate, then verify final costs with the official authority and the professional handling closing.
Which official source supports Los Angeles Transfer Tax and Measure ULA Calculator?
Start with City of Los Angeles Real Property Transfer Tax and Measure ULA FAQ, then confirm the final treatment with the official authority and the professional handling the transaction.
Last reviewed: 2026-06-25. Estimates are educational and should be verified with the official authority and the professional handling closing.