Schley County, GA Property Records
Property records in Schley County, Georgia, describe the land and buildings in Ellaville, the county seat, and the farms around it, including owners and assessed values. They can include deeds, mortgages, plats, liens and tax history, and they are used to confirm ownership, research a purchase or check an assessment.
The Schley County Tax Assessor's Office, led by the Chief Appraiser, sets values only and can be reached at 229-937-9169, with tax bill questions going to the Tax Commissioner. Recorded deeds are filed with the Clerk of Superior Court. The Schley County Tax Assessor's Office site provides parcel and ownership information from the current tax digest.
Schley County, GA Property Records & Statistics
Schley County has a median rent of $775, below Georgia's $818 and the national $840.25, so renters here pay less than the typical renter in the state and the country. Renter-occupied housing accounts for 25.76% of occupied homes, nearly identical to the state's 25.74% and above the national 21.81%.
The median home value is $156,300, higher than the state median of $140,550 but under the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.91% is slightly above the state rate of 0.9% and above the national rate of 0.74%, meaning homeowners carry a somewhat heavier tax rate than the national norm.
The median household income is $54,429, a little above Georgia's $53,094 though below the national $65,108. Unemployment is 1.25%, well below the state's 2.91% and the national 2.87%.
In all, the numbers point to a small county with relatively affordable rents, home values between the state and national levels, incomes slightly above the state median, and a very tight job market.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Schley
Schley County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 3,060 total parcels, including 2,187 residential and 90 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 94.35% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 3,861 deeds and 2,435 mortgages, with valuation data for 985 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 3,060 |
| Residential Parcels | 2,187 |
| Commercial Parcels | 90 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 94.35% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 3,861 |
| Mortgage Records | 2,435 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 985 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 133 |
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, while a release documents that the loan was satisfied and the lien removed.
Schley County has 4,626 assignment and release records. They include 1,074 assignment documents recorded from March 21, 2005, through January 6, 2023, and 3,546 release documents recorded from January 5, 2005, through August 8, 2025, along with 6 other documents.
For property research, these records help show who holds a mortgage on a property and whether prior loans have been paid off. Buyers, owners, and researchers can use them to follow a loan between lenders and confirm that old mortgages were released before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Schley County, GA Property Records
Schley County land records are kept by the Clerk of Superior Court in Ellaville, who records deeds, mortgages, liens, and related documents for the county's 3,060 parcels. These records reveal ownership history, loan activity, and foreclosure notices.
The main online tool is the GSCCCA official records search, the statewide index run by the Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority. The Schley County Clerk listing on the same site gives the office's contact details.
To search, have the owner name, property address, or deed book and page ready. Enter the most complete details you have, review the matching documents, and open the record that fits the property. Searching by grantor or grantee name is usually the most dependable way to find a deed.
If a record doesn't appear online, call the Schley County Clerk of Superior Court at 229-937-5581 for help locating it or ordering copies.
Schley County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Schley County property records by address?
Recorded documents can be searched through the GSCCCA official records search, although deed indexes are organized mainly by name. If an address doesn't return a match, search by owner name or call the Schley County Clerk of Superior Court at 229-937-5581.
How can I find property owners in Schley County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds. Use the GSCCCA official records search to find a property's latest deed and identify the current owner. The Schley County Clerk of Superior Court at 229-937-5581 can also help trace ownership through recorded documents.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Schley County?
County tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on February 10, 2025. For a specific parcel's assessed value, call the Schley County Clerk of Superior Court at 229-937-5581 and ask which county office handles assessments.
Where can I find Schley County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued by the county's tax office rather than the Clerk's recording system. Call the Schley County Clerk of Superior Court at 229-937-5581 for a referral. Recorded liens and related filings can be searched through the GSCCCA records search.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Schley County?
Search deeds, mortgages, and other recorded instruments through the GSCCCA official records search. Schley County holds 3,861 deed records dating from January 3, 2006. For certified copies or recording questions, call the Clerk at 229-937-5581.
Where can I access Schley County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps come from county assessment and mapping offices, not the recording system. With 3,060 parcels in the county, a call to the Schley County Clerk of Superior Court at 229-937-5581 is a good way to be directed to the office that provides current parcel maps.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Schley County?
Permits and zoning are handled by local government offices rather than the Clerk of Superior Court. Call the Schley County Clerk at 229-937-5581 for a referral, and check with the city of Ellaville if the property is inside city limits.
How can I create a list of property owners in Schley County?
Owners can be identified one property at a time from recorded deeds in the GSCCCA official records search. For a larger list or bulk records, call the Schley County Clerk of Superior Court at 229-937-5581 to ask what the office can provide.