Fulton County, GA Property Records
Property records in Fulton, Georgia provide important details about real estate within Fulton County, including ownership information, parcel numbers, assessed values, property tax data, sales history, legal descriptions, and land or building characteristics. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, attorneys, researchers, and real estate professionals who need to verify ownership, estimate property value, review tax obligations, or conduct due diligence before a transaction.
Official Fulton property records can be accessed through county government offices, including the Fulton County Board of Assessors for assessment and parcel information and the Clerk of Superior and Magistrate Courts for recorded deeds and real estate documents. Users can begin with the county’s online Fulton property records search to review official assessment-related property information.
Fulton County, GA Property Records & Statistics
Fulton County is a high-cost, renter-heavy market. The median rent is $1,583, nearly double Georgia's $818 and the national $840.25, and the median home value is $388,700, far above the state's $140,550 and the national $173,750. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 48.95% of occupied homes, almost twice the state's 25.74% and more than double the national 21.81%, reflecting a large urban rental market.
The median property tax rate is 0.88%, slightly below the state rate of 0.9% but above the national 0.74%. High home values make the dollar amount of tax substantial even at a near-average rate.
The median household income is $83,756, well above Georgia's $53,094 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate is 3.45%, higher than the state's 2.91% and the national 2.87%, so employment conditions are somewhat weaker than average despite the high incomes.
Overall, the figures describe an expensive county where housing costs are high, nearly half of households rent, and incomes are well above average, but unemployment runs higher than the state and nation. Prospective buyers and renters should plan for costs far above state levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Fulton
Fulton County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 369,738 total parcels for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 1,056,142 deeds and 711,924 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 313,293 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 369,738 |
| Residential Parcels | 336,738 |
| Commercial Parcels | 17,157 |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 1,056,142 |
| Mortgage Records | 711,924 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 313,293 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Default Records | 612 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 737,574 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents the transfer of a mortgage from one lender or loan holder to another, and a release shows that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed from the property.
Fulton County has 893,029 assignment and release records. They include 178,041 assignment documents recorded from January 3, 2005, to February 9, 2023, and 712,930 release documents recorded from January 3, 2005, to August 21, 2025, along with 2,058 other documents.
For property research, these records help show who holds a mortgage, how it moved between lenders, and whether earlier loans were released. They are especially helpful for checking for open liens before a purchase, sale, or refinance.
How to Search Fulton County, GA Property Records
Fulton County real estate records are recorded and maintained by the Fulton County Clerk of Superior and Magistrate Courts in Atlanta. The records cover the county's 369,738 parcels and include deeds, mortgages, assignments, releases, and foreclosure notices, along with assessment details such as the 2024 assessment year.
The Fulton County Deeds and Records Room page is the main starting point for recorded real estate documents. To search them, use the GSCCCA records search, the statewide index of deeds and other instruments. Forms are on the clerk's forms page, and the Real Estate eRecording page explains electronic filing.
To search, gather the property address, owner name, or deed details you have. Enter the most complete information in the records search, review the results, and compare recording dates and parties with the property you are researching. For help, call the clerk at 404-613-5313. The office is at 136 Pryor St SW, Atlanta, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Fulton Registrar of Deeds
The Fulton County Probate Office is located at 136 Pryor St SW, Atlanta, GA, 30303 and can be reached at 404-613-5313. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through gsccca.org or the official website fultonclerk.org.
Fulton County Clerk of Superior and Magistrate Courts
Fulton County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Fulton County property records by address?
Search recorded documents in the GSCCCA records search. The index centers on names and instruments, so have the owner's name or deed details ready. For help locating a record, call the Fulton County Clerk of Superior Court at 404-613-5313.
How can I find property owners in Fulton County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds, searchable through the GSCCCA records search. The Deeds and Records Room at 136 Pryor St SW, Atlanta, can also help Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Fulton County?
Fulton County's assessment data reflects the 2024 assessment year across 369,738 parcels. For one property's value, call the Clerk at 404-613-5313 and ask which office handles assessments. The Deeds and Records Room page lists office information.
Where can I find Fulton County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are handled by a county tax office rather than the recording office. Call the Fulton County Clerk at 404-613-5313 and the staff can point you to the right department. Have the parcel number or owner's name ready when you call.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Fulton County?
Search deeds, mortgages, and related documents in the GSCCCA records search. The Deeds and Records Room handles recording, and the eRecording page explains electronic filing for real estate documents.
Where can I access Fulton County parcel maps and GIS information?
Fulton County has 369,738 parcels, but parcel maps are not provided by the Clerk's office. Call 404-613-5313 and ask which county department offers GIS and parcel mapping. Recorded plats can be requested from the Clerk at 136 Pryor St SW, Atlanta.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Fulton County?
Permits and zoning are handled by planning and building departments, not the Clerk of Superior Court. Call 404-613-5313 for direction to the right office. Properties inside Atlanta or other cities in the county may follow separate city permit and zoning rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Fulton County?
The GSCCCA records search is built for individual lookups. For a larger owner list or bulk records, contact the Fulton County Clerk at 404-613-5313 to ask what can be provided. The Clerk's forms page lists available request forms.