Edgecombe County, NC Property Records
Property records in Edgecombe, North Carolina document important details about real estate, including ownership, parcel boundaries, assessed values, tax information, sales history, deeds, plats, and other recorded land documents. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, attorneys, and lenders who need to verify ownership, review tax obligations, confirm legal descriptions, or understand a property’s history.
Users can access official Edgecombe property records through county government offices, including the Tax Administration office for assessment and parcel information and the Register of Deeds for recorded documents such as deeds and plats. For county resources and guidance, visit Edgecombe County’s official property records page.
Edgecombe County, NC Property Records & Statistics
Edgecombe County has a median rent of $826, a little below the North Carolina figure of $846.75 and the national figure of $840.25. Home values are much lower: the median home value is $111,400, compared with $176,900 statewide and $173,750 nationally. Renter-occupied housing makes up 34.14% of occupied homes, well above the state's 25.4% and the national 21.81%, so rentals play a larger role here than in most places.
The median property tax rate is 1.02%, higher than the state rate of 0.72% and the national rate of 0.74%. On modest home values, this still means smaller tax bills in dollar terms, but owners pay more per dollar of value than the typical North Carolina owner.
The median household income is $50,955.50, below the state's $57,889.50 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 3.73% is also above the state's 3.02% and the nation's 2.87%.
In short, Edgecombe County offers low housing costs and values, balanced by lower incomes, higher unemployment, a heavier tax rate, and a large renter population.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Edgecombe
Edgecombe County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 31,108 total parcels, including 25,868 residential and 671 commercial parcels, assessed for 2024. Recorded documents include 31,777 deeds and 12,793 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 15,888 properties, with the latest update on August 19, 2025.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 31,108 |
| Residential Parcels | 25,868 |
| Commercial Parcels | 671 |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Last Assessor Update | April 28, 2025 |
| Deed Records | 31,777 |
| Mortgage Records | 12,793 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 15,888 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 6,350 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records track a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows that a mortgage moved from one lender or holder to another, and a release shows that the loan was paid off and the lien removed.
Edgecombe County has 28,853 assignment and release records, including 5,467 assignment documents, 23,358 release documents, and 28 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 18, 2005, to August 28, 2025, and releases from January 3, 2005, to August 29, 2025.
Researchers, buyers, and owners can use them to confirm that earlier mortgages were satisfied, follow a loan between lenders, and find liens that may remain open before a sale or refinance.
How to Search Edgecombe County, NC Property Records
Edgecombe County property records are held by more than one office. The Register of Deeds records deeds, mortgages, and other real estate documents, while assessment and tax details come from the county's tax offices. Together they cover the county's 31,108 parcels, including ownership, values, and recorded transactions.
To search recorded documents, use the Edgecombe County official records search, the online portal for deeds, mortgages, and other filings. The Edgecombe County Register of Deeds page describes office services, and the Edgecombe County e-recording page explains electronic submission.
The office is at 201 St. Andrew Street, Tarboro, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and can be reached at 252-641-7924. Gather an owner name, property address, or parcel number, enter the most complete details you have, and open the matching document. Call the office if a record does not appear online.
Edgecombe Registrar of Deeds
The Edgecombe County Probate Office is located at 201 St. Andrew Street, Tarboro, NC, 27886 and can be reached at 252-641-7924. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through cotthosting.com or the official website edgecombecountync.gov.
Edgecombe County Register of Deeds
Edgecombe County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Edgecombe County property records by address?
For recorded documents, use the Edgecombe County official records search, searching by name or document details. For an address-based parcel lookup, use the county's tax and parcel resources, or call the Register of Deeds at 252-641-7924 for help finding a property.
How can I find property owners in Edgecombe County?
Owners appear on recorded deeds, which you can search by name in the Edgecombe County official records search. The county's tax records, covering 31,108 parcels, also list owners. The Register of Deeds at 201 St. Andrew Street, Tarboro, can help in person.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Edgecombe County?
Assessed values come from the county's tax and assessment staff, and the county's records reflect the 2024 assessment year, last updated April 28, 2025. Valuation data exists for 15,888 properties. Contact the Edgecombe County tax office for a specific property's assessment or appeal information.
Where can I find Edgecombe County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payment records are handled by the Edgecombe County tax office, not the Register of Deeds. Contact the county's tax collector to request a bill, confirm payment, or ask about payment methods. The Register of Deeds provides recorded documents only.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Edgecombe County?
Search deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases in the Edgecombe County official records search. The county has 31,777 deed records, recorded from January 1, 1989 to August 29, 2025. You can also visit the Register of Deeds in Tarboro, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Where can I access Edgecombe County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS information for Edgecombe County's 31,108 parcels are maintained by county mapping staff. Contact the county's tax or GIS office to find the current parcel viewer. Maps are for reference and are not a legal survey, so confirm boundaries with recorded deeds and plats.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Edgecombe County?
Permits and zoning are handled by Edgecombe County's planning and inspections offices, while towns such as Tarboro and Rocky Mount manage their own rules within city limits. Contact the right office before building or changing a property's use, and review the recorded deed for restrictions.
How can I create a list of property owners in Edgecombe County?
The official records search looks up owners one at a time. For a larger list across Edgecombe County's 31,108 parcels, call the Register of Deeds at 252-641-7924 or the tax office to ask what bulk data or reports can be provided.