Gloucester County, NJ Property Records
Property records in Gloucester, New Jersey provide essential information about real estate ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax history, deeds, mortgages, liens, and related land documents. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, attorneys, title companies, and researchers who need to verify ownership, review property tax details, confirm legal descriptions, or understand a property’s transaction history.
Official Gloucester property records are typically maintained by local and county government offices, including the municipal tax assessor for assessment information and the Gloucester County Clerk for recorded land documents. Users can access official records and related services through the Gloucester County Clerk’s property records resources or by contacting the appropriate local tax office for parcel-specific assessment details.
Gloucester County, NJ Property Records & Statistics
Gloucester County has a median rent of $1,368, below the New Jersey median of $1,615 but well above the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is just 16.14% of homes, lower than the state's 22.76% and the national 21.81%, so the county is largely made up of owner-occupied homes.
The median home value is $238,900, far under the state's $374,450 but higher than the national $173,750. The median property tax rate of 2.88% is above the state's 2.29% and nearly four times the national 0.74%, making taxes a significant part of the cost of owning here.
The median household income is $94,445, below the state's $102,548 and well above the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 3.51% is lower than the state's 3.81% and higher than the national 2.87%.
Overall, the data shows an affordable, owner-oriented county by New Jersey standards, with modest home values and rents, solid incomes, and relatively low unemployment, balanced against a high property tax rate.
Median Rent
Median Property Tax Rate
Median Home Value
Median Income
Unemployment Rate
Renter Occupied Housing
Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Gloucester
Gloucester County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 120,207 total parcels, including 97,271 residential and 4,045 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 92.87% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. The Recorder holds 277,999 deeds and 335,935 mortgages, and 93,506 properties have valuation data.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 120,207 |
| Residential Parcels | 97,271 |
| Commercial Parcels | 4,045 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 92.87% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 277,999 |
| Mortgage Records | 335,935 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 93,506 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 15, 2025 |
| Lis Pendens Records | 73,874 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it has been recorded. An assignment shows the loan was transferred to another lender or holder, and a release shows that it was paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Gloucester County has 262,723 assignment and release records. They include 51,390 assignment documents recorded from January 3, 2005, through September 4, 2025, and 210,956 release documents recorded from January 11, 2002, through September 4, 2025, along with 377 other documents.
Researchers can use these records to learn who has held a mortgage on a property and to confirm that past loans were released. They are helpful before a sale or refinance, since they can reveal liens that remain open and show how a loan passed between lenders.
How to Search Gloucester County, NJ Property Records
Gloucester County property records are kept by the Gloucester County Clerk at 1 N Broad Street, Woodbury, NJ, 08096. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, and can be reached at 856-853-3237. Its records support the county's 120,207 parcels, with deeds recorded since 1989 and mortgages since 1998.
Use the Gloucester County land records search to look up deeds, mortgages, and other recorded instruments. The Gloucester County Clerk page describes the office's services, and the e-recordings page explains electronic filing.
To search, enter a party name, document type, or date range, review the results, and open the entry that matches the property. Note the recording date and instrument number if you plan to request a copy.
For assessment and tax details, contact the tax assessor or tax collector in the municipality where the property is located.
Gloucester Registrar of Deeds
The Gloucester County Probate Office is located at 1 N Broad Street, Woodbury, NJ, 08096 and can be reached at 856-853-3237. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM. Records can be accessed through gloucestercountynj.gov or the official website gloucestercountynj.gov.
Gloucester County Clerk
Gloucester County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Gloucester County property records by address?
Recorded documents can be searched through the Gloucester County land records page. Search by owner name or document details and match results to the address. For assessment information, contact the assessor in the municipality where the property sits, or call the County Clerk at 856-853-3237.
How can I find property owners in Gloucester County?
Owners appear as parties on recorded deeds and mortgages. Use the Gloucester County land records page to search by name and document type and see who holds title and when a transfer was recorded. Deed records begin on January 1, 1989.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Gloucester County?
Gloucester County's tax records reflect the 2024 assessment year, with the latest assessor update on September 2, 2024. Municipal assessors handle valuations, so contact the assessor in the town where the property is located. The County Clerk at 856-853-3237 can point you to the right office.
Where can I find Gloucester County property tax bills and payment records?
Municipal tax collectors issue bills and record payments, so contact the collector for the town where the property sits. The New Jersey Division of Taxation local property tax page offers statewide background. The Gloucester County Clerk at 856-853-3237 can help you find the right contact.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Gloucester County?
Search the Gloucester County land records page for deeds, mortgages, and other documents. The county holds 277,999 deed records and 335,935 mortgage records. You can also visit the Clerk at 1 N Broad Street, Woodbury, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
Where can I access Gloucester County parcel maps and GIS information?
Gloucester County has 120,207 parcels in its tax records. Tax and parcel maps are typically held by municipal assessors and planning offices, so start with the town where the property is located. If you are unsure where a map is kept, call the Gloucester County Clerk at 856-853-3237.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Gloucester County?
Permits and zoning are generally administered by the municipality where the property sits, through its construction or zoning office. Contact that office with the property address for permit history and zoning rules. The Gloucester County Clerk at 856-853-3237 can help you identify the right town office.
How can I create a list of property owners in Gloucester County?
The online tools are built for individual lookups. To gather owners for an area, search the Gloucester County land records page by document type and date range and collect names from deeds. For bulk requests, call the County Clerk at 856-853-3237 to ask what is available.