Harrison County, MS Property Records
Property records in Harrison, Mississippi are official county documents that identify and describe real estate ownership, transfers, values, and related interests. These records may include deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, parcel maps, legal descriptions, assessed values, and property tax information. They are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, attorneys, lenders, and researchers who need to verify ownership, review transaction history, confirm boundaries, or evaluate tax obligations.
Official Harrison property records are maintained by Harrison County offices, including the Chancery Clerk for land records and the Tax Assessor/Collector for assessment and tax-related information. Users can begin their search through the county’s government resources for official property records, where they can find guidance on accessing recorded documents and related services.
Harrison County, MS Property Records & Statistics
Harrison County has a median rent of $1,051, well above Mississippi's $725.50 and the national $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 40.88% of occupied homes, far higher than the state's 23.88% and the national 21.81%, reflecting a large rental market along the Gulf Coast.
The median home value is $186,900, much higher than the state's $102,350 and above the national $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.68% is below both the state rate of 0.73% and the national 0.74%, which softens the cost of owning in a high-value market.
Median household income is $58,311, well above the state's $44,600 but under the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 4.71% is higher than both the state's 3.54% and the national 2.87%, a sign that the job market is less tight than incomes alone suggest.
Overall, Harrison County is a higher-cost, renter-heavy market by Mississippi standards, with strong incomes and modest tax rates but elevated unemployment.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Harrison
Harrison County has one of the largest property record collections in Mississippi, covering assessments, deeds, mortgages, valuations, and foreclosures. The county has 110,873 total parcels, including 87,638 residential and 3,740 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 87.45% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 100,648 deeds and 71,425 mortgages, with valuation data for 64,712 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 110,873 |
| Residential Parcels | 87,638 |
| Commercial Parcels | 3,740 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 87.45% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 100,648 |
| Mortgage Records | 71,425 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 64,712 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 7,107 |
How to Search Harrison County, MS Property Records
Harrison County property records are managed through the Harrison County Chancery Clerk's Office at 1801 23rd Avenue, Gulfport. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and can be reached at 228-865-4036. With 110,873 parcels, the county holds a large body of assessment, deed, mortgage, and foreclosure records.
To search recorded documents online, use the Harrison County land records search, which lets you look up deeds, mortgages, and related instruments. The Harrison County Chancery Clerk recording page explains how recording works and what the office provides, which is useful if you need to file or request a document.
The records can show parcel and assessment details, owner names, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings such as notices of trustee sale. Deeds in the county's data run from November 29, 2007 to August 5, 2025.
Before searching, have the property address, owner name, or parcel number ready. Enter the most complete details you have, review the results, and open the document that matches the property. If you cannot find what you need, call the office for help.
Harrison Registrar of Deeds
The Harrison County Probate Office is located at 1801 23rd Avenue, Gulfport, MS, 39501 and can be reached at 228-865-4036. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through landrecords.co.harrison.ms.us or the official website harrisoncountymschanceryclerk.gov.
Harrison County Chancery Clerk's Office
Harrison County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Harrison County property records by address?
Use the Harrison County land records search to look up recorded documents, or see the Chancery Clerk recording page for office guidance. You can also visit 1801 23rd Avenue, Gulfport, or call 228-865-4036 with the property address, and staff can help match it to a parcel and its recorded instruments.
How can I find property owners in Harrison County?
Owner names appear on assessment records and on recorded deeds. Search the Harrison County land records for deeds showing who holds title, or call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 228-865-4036. The county has 110,873 parcels, so searching by parcel number or a complete street address gives the cleanest results.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Harrison County?
Harrison County's records show the 2024 assessment year, with the last assessor update on December 16, 2024. To confirm what a parcel is assessed at, call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 228-865-4036 and ask which office maintains the assessment roll. Have the address or parcel number on hand when you call.
Where can I find Harrison County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills follow each parcel's assessment, and county tax records cover 87.45% of the population for tax year 2024. For a bill or payment history, call 228-865-4036 and ask the Chancery Clerk's Office which office collects property taxes. The recording page also lists office contact details.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Harrison County?
Deeds and mortgages are searchable in the Harrison County land records. The county's data shows 100,648 deed records and 71,425 mortgage records, recorded from late 2007 through August 5, 2025. For certified copies, visit the Chancery Clerk's Office at 1801 23rd Avenue in Gulfport or review the recording page.
Where can I access Harrison County parcel maps and GIS information?
Harrison County has 110,873 parcels, and maps are maintained by county and city offices. Call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 228-865-4036 to ask where parcel maps and GIS layers can be viewed. Parcel maps are good for general reference but are not a legal survey of property boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Harrison County?
Permit and zoning requirements depend on the project and on whether the property lies within a city such as Gulfport or Biloxi or in unincorporated Harrison County. Call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 228-865-4036 to ask which office handles your permit, and have the parcel number ready.
How can I create a list of property owners in Harrison County?
No ready-made owner list is offered here. Owners can be found parcel by parcel through assessment records and the Harrison County land records. For a larger request, call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 228-865-4036 to ask about available copies, fees, and any limits on bulk records.