Burke County, GA Property Records
Property records in Burke, Georgia, provide important details about real estate within Burke County, including parcel ownership, property location, legal descriptions, assessed values, land and building characteristics, tax information, and transfer history. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, attorneys, and real estate professionals who need to verify ownership, review assessments, estimate taxes, or support due diligence before a transaction.
Official Burke property records can be accessed through county government offices responsible for assessment, taxation, and recorded documents. The Burke County Tax Assessor maintains assessment and parcel information, while recorded deeds and related land documents are typically handled through the Clerk of Superior Court. Users can start with the county’s official resources for Burke property records and contact the appropriate office for certified copies, historical records, or questions about specific parcels.
Burke County, GA Property Records & Statistics
Burke County has a median rent of $751, below the Georgia median of $818 and the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up only 16.21% of homes, well under the state's 25.74% and the national 21.81%, so the county is overwhelmingly owner-occupied.
The median home value is $87,500, far below Georgia's $140,550 and the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.71% is lower than both the state's 0.9% and the national 0.74%, which makes owning a home in Burke County inexpensive on both purchase price and annual tax cost.
The median household income is $51,083, slightly below the state's $53,094 and well below the national $65,108. Because home values are so low, that income level goes further toward housing than the raw number suggests.
The unemployment rate is 3.49%, higher than Georgia's 2.91% and the national 2.87%. Overall, Burke County pairs very low home values and a low tax rate with modest incomes and above-average unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Burke
Burke County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 17,327 total parcels, including 13,485 residential and 636 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 95.22% of the population. Recorded documents include 22,244 deeds and 7,288 mortgages, with valuation data for 6,787 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 17,327 |
| Residential Parcels | 13,485 |
| Commercial Parcels | 636 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 95.22% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 22,244 |
| Mortgage Records | 7,288 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 6,787 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 2,812 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows a loan passing from one lender to another, and a release shows that it was paid off and the lien removed.
Burke County has 14,657 assignment and release records, including 2,118 assignment documents and 12,507 release documents, plus 32 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 4, 2005, to February 9, 2023, and releases from January 3, 2005, to August 20, 2025.
These records help buyers and owners confirm that earlier mortgages were satisfied, follow a loan between holders, and find liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. The date ranges help narrow a search to a particular period.
How to Search Burke County, GA Property Records
Burke County real estate documents are recorded by the Burke County Superior Court Clerk at 200 East 6th Street, Waynesboro, open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The county has 17,327 parcels, with 22,244 deed records and 7,288 mortgage records.
The Burke County Clerk of Superior Court page provides office information and guidance on recording. Property documents in Georgia can also be searched statewide by name through the state's real estate index, and the clerk's office can walk you through that process.
To search, have the owner name, a prior deed reference, or the property description ready. Review any matching documents for the parties, legal description, and recording date. For records you can't find, call the clerk's office at 706-554-2279, where staff can help locate deeds recorded as far back as December 5, 1990.
Burke Registrar of Deeds
The Burke County Probate Office is located at 200 East 6th Street, Waynesboro, GA, 30830 and can be reached at 706-554-2279. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website burkecounty-ga.gov.
Burke County Superior Court Clerk
Burke County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Burke County property records by address?
Land records are indexed by name and document, not street address. Start with the owner's name, or call the Burke County Superior Court Clerk at 706-554-2279 or the county tax office to identify the owner and parcel number for an address.
How can I find property owners in Burke County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds. The Burke County Clerk of Superior Court at 200 East 6th Street, Waynesboro, can help you find a property's latest deed in person on weekdays or by calling 706-554-2279.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Burke County?
The county tax assessor sets assessed values, and Burke County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year. Contact the assessor's office about a specific parcel. If you are unsure where to start, the Superior Court Clerk at 706-554-2279 can direct you.
Where can I find Burke County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payments are handled by the county tax commissioner, not the clerk. Call the Superior Court Clerk at 706-554-2279 for a referral and have the parcel number or owner name ready. Burke County's median property tax rate is 0.71%.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Burke County?
Deeds, mortgages, and liens are recorded with the Burke County Clerk of Superior Court. Deed records in the county go back to December 5, 1990. The office is at 200 East 6th Street, Waynesboro; call 706-554-2279 for help.
Where can I access Burke County parcel maps and GIS information?
Burke County has 17,327 parcels, and parcel maps are maintained by county mapping or assessor staff. Ask the tax assessor's office about GIS access, or call the Superior Court Clerk at 706-554-2279 for a referral. Deed legal descriptions help locate boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Burke County?
Permits and zoning are handled by local building and planning offices, and rules may differ between Waynesboro and unincorporated Burke County. Call the Superior Court Clerk at 706-554-2279 to be directed to the right department.
How can I create a list of property owners in Burke County?
Owner information is available one property at a time from recorded deeds at the Clerk of Superior Court. For a larger list, such as owners in an area, call 706-554-2279 to ask what bulk records the office can provide and whether fees apply.