Washington County, AL Property Records
Property records in Washington, Alabama provide key information about land and real estate, including ownership history, deeds, mortgages, plats, parcel descriptions, tax assessments, property values, and related liens or transfers. These records are useful for confirming legal ownership, researching property boundaries, reviewing tax obligations, preparing for a purchase or sale, and conducting title or family-history research.
Official records are maintained at the county level. Recorded land documents, such as deeds and mortgages, are typically handled by the Washington County Probate Office, while assessment, tax, and parcel information is managed through the Revenue Commissioner’s office. Users can access official information online or by contacting the appropriate county office directly through the county’s official property records resources.
Washington County, AL Property Records & Statistics
Washington County combines modest rents with relatively high incomes for the area. The median rent is $701, a little below the Alabama median of $722 and well under the national median of $840.25. The median home value is $126,400, slightly above the state figure of $122,900 but still far below the national median of $173,750. Housing here is affordable by national standards and close to the state norm.
The median property tax rate is 0.24%, lower than the state rate of 0.33% and about a third of the national rate of 0.74%. That low rate keeps annual bills small for owners, even where home values sit above the state median.
Median household income is $58,962, well above the state median of $50,535.50 and approaching the national median of $65,108. Strong income relative to housing costs gives many households more room in their budgets. The unemployment rate is 3.35%, higher than the state rate of 2.71% and the national rate of 2.87%, so the local job market is somewhat softer than average.
Only 8.63% of housing is renter-occupied, far below the state share of 20.69% and the national share of 21.81%. The county is overwhelmingly owner-occupied, and the rental market is small, so renters may find fewer choices than in more urban parts of Alabama.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Washington
Washington County's property records include assessor, recorder, valuation and foreclosure data. The assessor lists 23,418 total parcels for 2024, the recorder holds 4,448 deed records and 2,375 mortgage records, and valuation data covers 5,005 properties. Foreclosure files include 161 notice of trustee sale records.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 23,418 |
| Residential Parcels | 7,095 |
| Commercial Parcels | 231 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 87.88% of population |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Last Assessor Update | January 20, 2025 |
| Deed Records | 4,448 (January 3, 2011 to April 20, 2017) |
| Mortgage Records | 2,375 (January 3, 2011 to April 17, 2017) |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 5,005 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment means a lender transferred its interest in a loan to another party, and a release means the loan was paid off and the lien was cleared. Washington County has 4,612 total records, including 605 assignment documents and 4,001 release documents, plus 6 other documents.
Assignments were recorded from August 9, 2010 to September 2, 2025, and releases from August 2, 2010 to September 3, 2025, covering about fifteen years of mortgage activity.
For property research, these records help you see who holds a loan, confirm that an earlier mortgage was satisfied, and spot liens that might still affect a title. Buyers, title researchers and owners can read them with deed and mortgage records to understand a property's financing history. Recorded documents can be searched through the Washington County probate records search.
How to Search Washington County, AL Property Records
Washington County property records are available through the county's probate records system and the Revenue Office in Chatom. You can search recorded documents by name, document type and date, and the records support research into ownership, transfers, mortgages and liens tied to a parcel.
Start with the Washington County probate records search, the official online system for recorded instruments. Enter an owner name or date range, narrow by document type, and open a result to view its recording details. For tax and assessment questions, visit the Washington County Revenue Commissioner page, which describes the office that handles parcel and tax information.
A typical search follows a few steps: gather the owner name or an approximate date, run the online search, review the list of documents, and note the book, page or instrument number for any entry you need.
In person, the Revenue Office is at 401 Court Street, Chatom, AL 36518, open Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. You can call 251-847-2915 for help locating records or learning which office handles your request.
Washington Registrar of Deeds
The Washington County Probate Office is located at 401 Court Street, Chatom, AL, 36518 and can be reached at 251-847-2915. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through ingprobate.com or the official website wcalabama.com.
Washington County Revenue Office
Washington County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Washington County property records by address?
Start with the probate records search to find recorded deeds and mortgages. If you only have an address, call the Revenue Office at 251-847-2915, Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, and staff can help match the address to a parcel and owner.
How can I find property owners in Washington County?
Deeds list the buyer and seller, so a search of the probate records by name or date shows ownership. The county holds 4,448 deed records from January 3, 2011 to April 20, 2017. The Revenue Commissioner can also assist.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Washington County?
Assessment data covers 23,418 parcels for assessment year 2024, last updated January 20, 2025. For the assessed value of a specific parcel, contact the Revenue Commissioner's office or call 251-847-2915 at 401 Court Street, Chatom, with the owner name or parcel details.
Where can I find Washington County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax records cover 87.88% of the county's population, with tax year 2024 on file. The Revenue Commissioner's office handles this information. Call 251-847-2915 with the owner name or parcel number for bills and payment history.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Washington County?
Use the probate records search to look up deeds, mortgages, assignments and releases. The county has 4,448 deed records, 2,375 mortgage records and 4,612 assignment and release records. For help, call 251-847-2915 at the Revenue Office in Chatom.
Where can I access Washington County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county's assessment records include 23,418 parcels, which underlie parcel mapping. For parcel maps or boundary questions, call the Revenue Office at 251-847-2915 and ask about available maps. Recorded plats and legal descriptions in deed records can also help identify boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Washington County?
Permits and zoning are handled by county and municipal departments rather than the records system. Call the Revenue Office at 251-847-2915 to be pointed to the right department for your address. Recorded deeds and plats may also reveal restrictions or easements that affect a parcel.
How can I create a list of property owners in Washington County?
Search the probate records by date range or document type and note the grantee on each deed to compile owners. With 23,418 parcels countywide, the data is extensive. For larger requests, call 251-847-2915 about what the office can provide.