Adams County, PA Property Records
Adams, Pennsylvania, property records document ownership, transfers, parcel details, assessed values, tax information, deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, and related land records for properties in Adams County. These records are useful for confirming legal ownership, researching property history, preparing real estate transactions, reviewing tax assessments, identifying boundaries, and conducting due diligence before buying or selling property.
Users can access official Adams property records through Adams County government offices, including the Recorder of Deeds for recorded land documents and county assessment or tax services for parcel and valuation information. For the most authoritative source, visit the county’s official property records page, where users can find information about available records, search options, fees, and office procedures.
Adams County, PA Property Records & Statistics
Adams County has a median rent of $1,084, well above the Pennsylvania median of $839 and the national median of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing makes up 21.33% of occupied homes, higher than the state figure of 19.64% and just under the national figure of 21.81%, so most households in the county own their homes while a meaningful rental market still exists.
The median home value is $226,300, compared with $168,550 statewide and $173,750 nationally. Property taxes are also on the higher side: the county's median property tax rate of 1.48% is above Pennsylvania's 1.3% and roughly double the national rate of 0.74%. Buyers in Adams County should expect higher purchase prices and a larger ongoing tax cost than in much of the state.
Incomes help offset those costs. The median household income of $78,094 exceeds both the state median of $63,611 and the national median of $65,108. The unemployment rate is 2.17%, lower than 2.84% in Pennsylvania and 2.87% nationally.
Together, the figures describe a county with above-average home values, rents, and incomes, a heavier property tax rate, and a strong job market.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Adams
Adams County property records cover 47,857 total parcels, including 38,415 residential and 3,877 commercial parcels, with tax records reaching 99.8% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 56,791 deeds and 89,655 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 31,005 properties. Foreclosure activity in this judicial-process county includes 2,868 Notice of Sale records.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 47,857 |
| Residential Parcels | 38,415 |
| Commercial Parcels | 3,877 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 99.8% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 56,791 |
| Mortgage Records | 89,655 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 31,005 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 2,868 |
Assignment and Release Records
Assignment and release records show what happens to a mortgage after it is recorded. An assignment documents the transfer of a mortgage from one lender or loan holder to another, while a release shows that the loan was paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Adams County has 104,733 assignment and release records in total. They include 11,209 assignment documents, recorded from October 25, 2004, through August 25, 2025, and 93,381 release documents, recorded from January 3, 2005, through August 25, 2025, plus 143 other documents.
These records help researchers see who currently holds a mortgage, how a loan moved between lenders, and whether earlier liens were satisfied. That makes them useful before a purchase, refinance, or title review, when confirming a property is free of old mortgage claims.
How to Search Adams County, PA Property Records
Adams County property records are maintained in several places, and the Recorder of Deeds Office holds the recorded documents. Deeds, mortgages, and related instruments can be searched online, and the county's data covers 47,857 parcels along with deed and mortgage records back to January 3, 2006. Searches can typically be run by owner name, property address, or document details.
To find recorded documents, use the Adams County official records search. Enter an owner name or other identifying detail, review the results, and open the document that matches the property you are researching.
For information about the office, services, and recording requirements, visit the Adams County Recorder of Deeds page. The office is at 117 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. You can also call 717-337-9826.
Before you start, gather the owner name, address, or parcel details. If a record does not appear online, contact the Recorder of Deeds Office for help.
Adams Registrar of Deeds
The Adams County Probate Office is located at 117 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, PA, 17325 and can be reached at 717-337-9826. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through landrecordspa.adamscountypa.gov or the official website adamscountypa.gov.
Adams County Recorder of Deeds Office
Adams County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Adams County property records by address?
Use the Adams County official records search to look up recorded documents tied to a property. If the address does not return a match, try the owner name instead, or call the Recorder of Deeds Office at 717-337-9826 for help locating the record.
How can I find property owners in Adams County?
Ownership is shown on recorded deeds, which you can search through the Adams County official records search. Search by name or property details and open the most recent deed. The Recorder of Deeds Office at 117 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, can also assist in person on weekdays.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Adams County?
Adams County's tax records cover 47,857 parcels and reflect the 2025 assessment year. For a specific property's assessed value, contact the county's assessment office. The Recorder of Deeds Office at 717-337-9826 can point you to the right department if you are unsure where to start.
Where can I find Adams County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills and payment records are handled by the county and local tax collectors rather than the Recorder of Deeds. Call the Recorder of Deeds Office at 717-337-9826 and ask for the right contact, or check your tax bill for the collector named for your municipality and school district.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Adams County?
Deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents are kept by the Adams County Recorder of Deeds. Search them online through the official records search, or visit 117 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Adams County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel and mapping information is maintained by the county's mapping and assessment staff. With 47,857 parcels on record, the quickest route is to call the Recorder of Deeds Office at 717-337-9826 and ask which office provides parcel maps. Maps are a reference tool and are not a legal survey of boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Adams County?
Permits and zoning in Pennsylvania are generally handled by the municipality where the property sits, not the county recorder. Contact the borough or township office for the property to ask about building permits and zoning rules. The Recorder of Deeds Office at 717-337-9826 can suggest where to begin.
How can I create a list of property owners in Adams County?
The county's online tools are built for property-by-property lookups. For a list of owners, search deeds in the Adams County official records search for each parcel of interest, or call the Recorder of Deeds Office at 717-337-9826 to ask what bulk options exist.