Los Angeles Mansion Tax Calculator 2026
Instantly estimate the Los Angeles "Measure ULA" transfer tax on your property sale. LA's voter-approved tax applies to real estate transactions exceeding $5,300,000 (adjusting to $5,400,000 on July 1, 2026).
LA Transfer Tax (Measure ULA) Calculator
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No Transfer Tax (Measure ULA) Applies
At a purchase price of $2,500,000, your transaction falls below the LA transfer tax (measure ula) threshold.
Estimate based on current Los Angeles tax regulations. Consult a licensed professional for exact figures.
Example: Mansion Tax Calculation for an $11 Million Property in 2026
A property sold for $11,000,000 in Los Angeles falls into the 5.5% Measure ULA bracket (which applies to sales over $10.6M, or $10.9M after July 1, 2026). Because LA uses a flat rate structure, the 5.5% rate applies to the entire purchase price. This results in a transfer tax of $605,000.
Unlike marginal taxes, the 5.5% rate is applied to the full $11M, not just the amount over the threshold. Note that standard LA County and City documentary transfer taxes may also apply separately.
LA Measure ULA Transfer Tax Rates — 2026
Voter-approved transfer tax on high-value real estate sales within the City of Los Angeles.
| Sale Price | Measure ULA Rate |
|---|---|
| $5,300,000 or below ($5.4M after July 1, 2026) | 0.00% (Exempt) |
| $5,300,001 to $10,600,000 ($5.4M - $10.9M after July 1, 2026) | 4.00% |
| Over $10,600,000 (Over $10.9M after July 1, 2026) | 5.50% |
💡 Measure ULA (the "United to House LA" Act) was approved by Los Angeles voters in November 2022 and took effect April 1, 2023. Revenue is directed toward affordable housing and homelessness prevention programs. The thresholds may be adjusted annually for inflation.
LA Measure ULA FAQ
What is Measure ULA?
Measure ULA — officially the "United to House LA" initiative — is a voter-approved transfer tax within the City of Los Angeles. It imposes a 4% tax on real property sales exceeding $5.3M (adjusting to $5.4M on July 1, 2026) and a 5.5% tax on sales exceeding $10.6M (adjusting to $10.9M on July 1, 2026). Proceeds fund affordable housing and tenant protection programs.
Who pays the Measure ULA tax — the buyer or the seller?
While the tax is technically imposed on the seller as part of the documentary transfer process, the economic burden is often negotiated between parties. In practice, sellers typically bear this cost, though buyers in competitive markets may agree to offset a portion.
Does Measure ULA apply to all of Los Angeles County?
No. Measure ULA only applies within the City of Los Angeles. Properties in other cities within LA County (such as Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Pasadena, or Long Beach) are not subject to this tax. Only transactions closing within LA city limits trigger the Measure ULA surcharge.
How does the LA tax compare to New York's Mansion Tax?
LA's Measure ULA has a much higher entry threshold (around $5.3M vs. $1M for NYC) but significantly steeper rates at the top end (5.5% vs. 3.9%). New York uses 9 progressive brackets, while LA uses just 2 tiers. Both are flat taxes applied to the entire sale price.