Clatsop County, OR Property Records
Property records in Clatsop, Oregon document key information about real estate within Clatsop County, including ownership details, parcel boundaries, assessed values, property tax history, legal descriptions, and recorded changes affecting land or buildings. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, property owners, researchers, and professionals who need to verify ownership, review tax obligations, evaluate property characteristics, or support real estate and legal transactions.
Official Clatsop property information is maintained by Clatsop County offices, including Assessment and Taxation and related recording departments. Users can access official resources through the county’s website, where parcel and tax information, assessment details, and other public property data may be available. To begin, visit the county’s official page for Clatsop property records.
Clatsop County, OR Property Records & Statistics
Clatsop County has a median rent of $1,115.50, above the Oregon median of $1,001.50 and well above the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is 38.24% of occupied homes, much higher than the state share of 26.17% and the national share of 21.81%, reflecting a coastal market with many rentals and seasonal housing.
The median home value of $412,800 is higher than Oregon's $323,675 and far above the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.74% is just under the state rate of 0.75% and level with the national rate of 0.74%, so taxes relative to value are about average.
The median household income of $74,235 is above the state's $64,391 and the national $65,108, which helps offset the higher housing costs. Unemployment is 2.9%, slightly below Oregon's 2.99% and just above the national 2.87%.
Altogether, the figures show a pricey coastal county with a large rental sector, strong incomes relative to the state, typical property tax levels, and employment conditions close to the norm.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Clatsop
Clatsop County property records include tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 33,264 total parcels, including 22,999 residential and 4,326 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 88% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Recorded documents include 64,303 deeds and 34,115 mortgages, with valuation data for 17,962 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 33,264 |
| Residential Parcels | 22,999 |
| Commercial Parcels | 4,326 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 88% |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Deed Records | 64,303 |
| Mortgage Records | 34,115 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 17,962 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 2,184 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records follow a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment shows the loan was transferred from one lender to another, and a release shows that it was paid off and the lien cleared.
Clatsop County has 52,277 assignment and release records, including 6,075 assignment documents and 46,086 release documents, plus 116 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 3, 2005, through September 4, 2025, and releases from January 3, 2005, through September 5, 2025.
Researchers can use these records to follow a loan between lenders and verify that older mortgages were released before a sale or refinance. Search recorded documents through the Clatsop County records search.
How to Search Clatsop County, OR Property Records
Clatsop County property records are kept by the County Clerk, which records deeds, mortgages, and other real estate documents. The records cover the county's 33,264 parcels and include ownership transfers, mortgage filings, and foreclosure notices.
To search recorded documents, use the Clatsop County records search. It is the best tool for tracing ownership, locating a deed, or checking a mortgage. For information about recording documents or submitting electronically, visit the Clatsop County Clerk recording information page.
Before searching, gather an owner name, a date range, or details from a prior document. Enter the most specific information you have, review the results, and open the entry that matches the property. If you get no results, try name variations or a broader date range.
The Clerk's office is at 820 Exchange St., Astoria, and is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Call 503-325-8511 for help finding a record.
Clatsop Registrar of Deeds
The Clatsop County Probate Office is located at 820 Exchange St., Astoria, OR, 97103 and can be reached at 503-325-8511. Office hours are Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Records can be accessed through records.clatsopcounty.gov or the official website clatsopcounty.gov.
Clatsop County Clerk
Clatsop County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Clatsop County property records by address?
Use the Clatsop County records search, maintained by the County Clerk. Recorded documents are often easiest to find by owner name or date, so try those if an address search yields little. Call the Clerk at 503-325-8511 for help locating a specific property.
How can I find property owners in Clatsop County?
Ownership appears on recorded deeds. Search for a deed in the Clatsop County records search and read the parties named on it. You can also visit the Clerk's office at 820 Exchange St. in Astoria on weekdays for assistance.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Clatsop County?
Clatsop County's records reflect the 2024 assessment year across 33,264 parcels. Assessed values are kept by the county assessor rather than the Clerk's recording office. Call the Clerk at 503-325-8511 for a referral to the assessment office for a specific parcel.
Where can I find Clatsop County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax statements are issued by the county tax office, not the Clerk's recording division. Call 503-325-8511 and ask for the right department, or visit the Clatsop County Clerk page for county contact details.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Clatsop County?
The County Clerk keeps deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents. Search them in the Clatsop County records search or learn about recording on the Clerk's recording information page. The office is open weekdays from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Where can I access Clatsop County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps are handled by county mapping staff rather than the Clerk. Call 503-325-8511 to be directed to the right department. Maps are useful for reference, but recorded deeds and surveys remain the authority on legal boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Clatsop County?
Permits and zoning are managed by county or city planning and building staff. Call the Clerk at 503-325-8511 for a referral. If the property is inside a city such as Astoria or Seaside, contact that city's planning office as well.
How can I create a list of property owners in Clatsop County?
The online tools support individual lookups. To compile a list, search each property in the Clatsop County records search, or call the Clerk at 503-325-8511 to ask about bulk record options.