University of California, Berkeley: What is the official rule for Berkeley transfer tax?

DIRECT ANSWER

Source guidance recorded on 2026-10-15. Explicitly stated source periods: 2027. Confirm the applicable policy year, cohort and property jurisdiction before relying on time-sensitive facts.

The City says its transfer tax is charged whenever real estate changes ownership and is in addition to Alameda County transfer tax; the currently published city page lists 1.5% up to $1.7 million and 2.5% above $1.7 million. Measure W changes the city’s rate tiers effective January 1, 2027, with thresholds to be recalculated before that date; obtain an escrow calculation for the actual closing date.