Washington County, MS Property Records
Property records in Washington, Mississippi document real estate ownership and related transactions for properties in the community, which is located in Adams County. These records may include deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, legal descriptions, ownership history, parcel information, assessed values, and property tax details. They are useful for verifying ownership, researching sales history, reviewing tax obligations, confirming property boundaries, and supporting real estate transactions or legal due diligence.
Official Washington property records are maintained at the county level. Users can access land and deed records through the Adams County Chancery Clerk, while assessment and tax information may be available through the Adams County Tax Assessor or Tax Collector. For authoritative local information, visit the Adams County government page for official property records.
Washington County, MS Property Records & Statistics
Washington County has a median rent of $634, below the Mississippi median of $725.50 and the national figure of $840.25. Renting is a major part of the local market: renter-occupied housing makes up 41.72% of occupied homes, far above the state share of 23.88% and the national share of 21.81%.
The median home value is $81,100, lower than both the state's $102,350 and the national median of $173,750. The county's median property tax rate of 0.7% is slightly below the state rate of 0.73% and the national rate of 0.74%, so taxes are not a heavy extra cost on these lower-priced homes.
Median household income is $40,067.50, under the state median of $44,600 and well under the national median of $65,108. Employment is the most challenging figure: the unemployment rate of 5.48% is higher than the state's 3.54% and the national 2.87%.
The overall picture is of low home values and rents, below-average incomes, higher unemployment, and a housing market in which renters make up a large share of households. Property taxes are mild by comparison, which helps owners of modestly priced homes.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Washington
Washington County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 30,925 total parcels, including 17,212 residential and 1,768 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 90.06% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 27,138 deeds and 15,099 mortgages, and valuation data covers 14,643 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 30,925 |
| Residential Parcels | 17,212 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,768 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 90.06% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 27,138 |
| Mortgage Records | 15,099 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 14,643 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 1,403 |
How to Search Washington County, MS Property Records
Washington County property documents such as deeds and mortgages are recorded by the Chancery Clerk's Office in Greenville. The county has 30,925 parcels, and the recorded documents show ownership, transfers, and loans tied to each property.
For information on the office and its services, visit the Washington County Chancery Clerk page. It is the county's official resource for the clerk's office and a good place to confirm how to request records.
To search, collect the property address, the owner's name, or the names from an earlier sale. Recorded deeds in the data run from April 2, 2007 to August 7, 2025, and mortgages run from January 4, 2011 to August 7, 2025. Reviewing a deed shows how a parcel changed hands, while a mortgage record shows a lender's recorded interest.
You can also work with the office directly. The Chancery Clerk's Office is at 900 Washington Avenue, Greenville, MS, 38702, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and can be reached at 662-332-1595. Staff can explain what is available and how to get copies.
Washington Registrar of Deeds
The Washington County Probate Office is located at 900 Washington Ave nue, Greenville, MS, 38702 and can be reached at 662-332-1595. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website washingtoncounty.ms.
Washington County Chancery Clerk's Office
Washington County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Washington County property records by address?
Begin with the Washington County Chancery Clerk page for office information. Have the property address and owner's name ready, then call the Chancery Clerk at 662-332-1595 or visit 900 Washington Avenue in Greenville to have staff help find the recorded documents.
How can I find property owners in Washington County?
Owners are shown on recorded deeds kept by the Chancery Clerk. Call 662-332-1595 or visit 900 Washington Avenue in Greenville to trace the latest deed for a parcel. Deeds in the data run from April 2, 2007 to August 7, 2025, so recent transfers should be included.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Washington County?
Washington County's tax records cover the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on December 16, 2024. For a specific parcel's assessed value, call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 662-332-1595 and ask where the assessment roll is held. Have the owner name or parcel number ready.
Where can I find Washington County property tax bills and payment records?
Call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 662-332-1595 to ask where property tax bills are issued and paid in Washington County. The office at 900 Washington Avenue in Greenville is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Bring the owner name or parcel number so staff can point you to the right office.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Washington County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are filed with the Washington County Chancery Clerk. See the Chancery Clerk page for office information, or visit 900 Washington Avenue in Greenville on weekdays between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. You can also call 662-332-1595.
Where can I access Washington County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county has 30,925 parcels, but no online parcel map is listed here for Washington County. Call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 662-332-1595 to ask where parcel maps are kept, or visit the Greenville office during weekday business hours to request one.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Washington County?
Permit and zoning requirements depend on the property's location. Call the Chancery Clerk's Office at 662-332-1595 and ask which county or city office handles building permits for your parcel. Properties inside Greenville or another municipality may be subject to that city's own rules.
How can I create a list of property owners in Washington County?
Owners can be identified one parcel at a time through recorded deeds at the Chancery Clerk's Office. For a larger list or bulk records, call 662-332-1595 and ask what the office can provide. Staff can explain any limits and how multi-record requests are handled.