Camden County, NJ Property Records
Property records in Camden, New Jersey document key details about real estate within the city, including ownership history, deed transfers, parcel identification numbers, assessed values, property classifications, tax information, legal descriptions, and, in some cases, sales or mortgage-related filings. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, attorneys, title professionals, researchers, and anyone verifying ownership, reviewing tax assessments, or investigating a property’s history.
Official Camden property records are typically maintained at the county and municipal levels. Users can access assessment and parcel information through the Camden County Board of Taxation, while recorded documents such as deeds and mortgages are handled by the Camden County Clerk’s Office. For official online access, start with Camden County’s property records search, which provides government-maintained property information for Camden and other municipalities in the county.
Camden County, NJ Property Records & Statistics
Camden County has a median rent of $1,194, lower than the New Jersey median of $1,615 but well above the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is 31.85% of homes, much higher than the state's 22.76% and the national 21.81%, so rentals play a larger role here than in much of New Jersey.
The median home value is $230,300, well below the state's $374,450 yet above the national $173,750. The median property tax rate of 3.15% is the main burden for owners: it is higher than the state's 2.29% and more than four times the national 0.74%.
The median household income of $87,593 trails the state's $102,548 but exceeds the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 4.77% is higher than both the state's 3.81% and the national 2.87%, indicating a tighter job market than average.
Taken together, the figures show a more affordable county by New Jersey standards, with lower rents, home values, and incomes, but heavier property taxes, higher unemployment, and a substantial renter population.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Camden
Camden County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 192,916 total parcels, including 158,031 residential and 7,815 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 92.63% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 363,915 deeds and 322,594 mortgages, and 151,043 properties have valuation data.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 192,916 |
| Residential Parcels | 158,031 |
| Commercial Parcels | 7,815 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.63% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 363,915 |
| Mortgage Records | 322,594 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 151,043 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 15, 2025 |
| Lis Pendens Records | 152,240 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show how a mortgage changes after it is recorded. An assignment documents a transfer of the loan to another lender or holder, and a release confirms the loan was paid off and the lien removed.
Camden County has 420,047 assignment and release records. These include 100,839 assignment documents recorded from February 15, 2000, through August 21, 2025, and 318,293 release documents recorded from May 25, 1998, through August 21, 2025, plus 915 other documents.
Researchers can use these records to see who held a mortgage on a property, confirm that earlier loans were released, and follow a loan as it moved between lenders. That is useful before buying, selling, or refinancing, since unreleased mortgages can affect clear title.
How to Search Camden County, NJ Property Records
Camden County property records are held by the Camden County Clerk at 520 Market Street, Camden, NJ, 08102. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, and can be reached at 856-225-5300. Its records support the county's 192,916 parcels, with deeds recorded since 1989 and mortgages since March 15, 2003.
Use the Camden County Clerk records search to look up deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents. The Camden County Clerk office page describes the office's services, and the Camden County frequently used forms page collects forms for recording and other requests. Filers can also use the county's e-recording information.
To search, enter a party name, document type, or date range, review the results, and open the entry that matches the property. Note the instrument details if you need to request a copy.
For assessment and tax information, contact the assessor or tax collector in the municipality where the property is located.
Camden Registrar of Deeds
The Camden County Probate Office is located at 520 Market Street, Camden, NJ, 08102 and can be reached at 856-225-5300. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through camden.newvisionsystems.com or the official website camdencounty.com.
Camden County Clerk
Camden County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Camden County property records by address?
Recorded documents can be searched through the Camden County Clerk records search. Search by owner name or document details and compare results with the address. For assessment information tied to an address, contact the municipal assessor where the property sits, or call the County Clerk at 856-225-5300.
How can I find property owners in Camden County?
Owners appear as parties on deeds and mortgages. Use the Camden County Clerk records search to search by name and document type and see who holds title and when a transfer was recorded. The county's deed records start on January 1, 1989.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Camden County?
Camden County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on September 2, 2024. Assessments are carried out by municipal assessors, so contact the assessor's office in the town where the property is located. The County Clerk at 856-225-5300 can point you to the right place.
Where can I find Camden County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payments are managed by the tax collector in each municipality, so contact the collector for the town where the property is located. The New Jersey Division of Taxation local property tax page offers statewide background. The Camden County Clerk at 856-225-5300 can help direct you.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Camden County?
Search the Camden County Clerk records search for deeds, mortgages, and other documents. The county holds 363,915 deed records and 322,594 mortgage records. You can also visit the Clerk at 520 Market Street, Camden, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, or see the forms page.
Where can I access Camden County parcel maps and GIS information?
Camden County has 192,916 parcels in its tax records. Tax and parcel maps are commonly held by municipal assessors and planning offices, so begin with the town where the property sits. If you are unsure where a map is kept, call the Camden County Clerk at 856-225-5300.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Camden County?
Permits and zoning are generally handled by the municipality where the property is located, through its construction or zoning office. Contact that local office with the property address to learn about permit history and zoning rules. The Camden County Clerk at 856-225-5300 can help if you are unsure which town office to call.
How can I create a list of property owners in Camden County?
The online tools support individual lookups. To compile owners for an area, search the Camden County Clerk records search by document type and date range and collect the names on deeds. For bulk requests, call the County Clerk at 856-225-5300 to ask what is available.