Carbon County, PA Property Records
Property records in Carbon, Pennsylvania document key information about real estate within Carbon County, including ownership history, deeds, mortgages, parcel identification, assessed values, tax information, property boundaries, and recorded transfers. These records are useful for buyers, sellers, homeowners, attorneys, title companies, and researchers who need to verify ownership, review a property’s legal history, estimate tax obligations, or confirm details before a real estate transaction.
Official Carbon property records are maintained by county offices such as the Recorder of Deeds and assessment-related departments. Users can access information and learn how to request or search records through the county’s official website, including the Carbon County page for official property records. For the most accurate and current information, users should rely on Carbon County government resources or contact the appropriate county office directly.
Carbon County, PA Property Records & Statistics
Carbon County renters and owners both face costs that run above or near the benchmarks. The median rent is $943, higher than the Pennsylvania median of $839 and the national median of $840.25. The median home value of $158,650 is below the state figure of $168,550 and the national figure of $173,750, so buying is cheaper than renting would suggest.
The median property tax rate is 1.74%, the highest of the three comparisons, against 1.3% for Pennsylvania and 0.74% nationally. Owners here pay a noticeably larger share of their home value in taxes than the typical American homeowner, which offsets some of the savings from modest home prices.
The median household income is $57,969, below $63,611 statewide and $65,108 nationally. The unemployment rate is 4.27%, well above the state rate of 2.84% and the national rate of 2.87%, suggesting a softer job market than elsewhere.
Renter-occupied housing makes up 24.51% of occupied homes, above the state's 19.64% and the national 21.81%. With high rents, a larger rental share and higher unemployment, the figures describe a market where housing affordability is under more pressure than home prices alone would show.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Carbon
Carbon County property records span tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuations and foreclosure filings. The county has 47,775 total parcels, including 33,159 residential and 1,197 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 98.71% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. The Recorder holds 44,887 deeds and 25,002 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 28,784 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 47,775 |
| Residential Parcels | 33,159 |
| Commercial Parcels | 1,197 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 98.71% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 44,887 |
| Mortgage Records | 25,002 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 28,784 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Sale Records | 9,825 |
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 holder to another, and a release shows that a loan was paid off and the lien lifted from the property.
Carbon County has 75,543 assignment and release records in total. They include 10,166 assignment documents, recorded from January 3, 2005, through September 2, 2025, and 65,279 release documents, recorded from April 4, 2004, through September 3, 2025, along with 98 other documents.
These records help researchers confirm that earlier mortgages were released, follow a loan as it passed between lenders, and spot liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. To look up documents, use the Carbon County land records access page, and see the Recorder of Deeds office for more about the records it keeps.
How to Search Carbon County, PA Property Records
Carbon County property records are maintained mainly by the Recorder of Deeds Office in Jim Thorpe, which records deeds, mortgages and related documents. The county's records cover 44,887 deeds recorded from January 26, 1989 through August 28, 2025, and 25,002 mortgages from October 1, 2010 forward, alongside assessment data for 47,775 parcels.
To search recorded documents online, use the Carbon County land records access portal, where you can look up deeds, mortgages and other instruments. For office details, forms and electronic recording information, visit the Carbon County Recorder of Deeds page.
The office is at 2 Hazard Square, Jim Thorpe, and is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. For questions about a particular document, call 570-325-2651.
Before searching, have the owner name, property address or any known recording details on hand. Search by the most specific detail you have, scan the results by date and document type, and open the record that matches. If a document does not appear online, contact the office directly.
Carbon Registrar of Deeds
The Carbon County Probate Office is located at 2 Hazard Square, Jim Thorpe, PA, 18229 and can be reached at 570-325-2651. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through landex.com or the official website carboncountypa.gov.
Carbon County Recorder of Deeds Office
Carbon County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Carbon County property records by address?
Recorded documents can be searched through the Carbon County land records access portal, typically by name or document details. For address-based lookups of parcels, call the Recorder of Deeds Office at 570-325-2651 and staff can suggest the best way to locate a property among the county's 47,775 parcels.
How can I find property owners in Carbon County?
Ownership appears on recorded deeds. Search the land records portal for deeds to see who holds title and when it transferred. The county holds 44,887 deed records, and the Recorder of Deeds Office at 570-325-2651 can assist if a name search turns up nothing.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Carbon County?
The county's records reflect the 2025 assessment year, last updated May 5, 2025. Assessed values come from the county's assessment office rather than the Recorder. Call the Recorder of Deeds at 570-325-2651 to be directed to the right contact, and have your parcel number or address ready.
Where can I find Carbon County property tax bills and payment records?
Property tax bills are handled by local tax collectors and county tax offices rather than the Recorder of Deeds. Call 570-325-2651 or visit the Recorder of Deeds page on the county site to find the right contact for your municipality.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Carbon County?
Use the Carbon County land records access portal to search deeds and mortgages. The county has records from January 26, 1989 for deeds. You can also visit the Recorder of Deeds Office at 2 Hazard Square, Jim Thorpe, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Where can I access Carbon County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps for the county's 47,775 parcels are kept by the county's mapping and assessment offices. The Recorder of Deeds Office at 570-325-2651 does not maintain them but can point you to the right office. Recorded deeds also include legal descriptions that help identify boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Carbon County?
Permits and zoning in Pennsylvania are typically handled by the borough or township where the property sits. Contact your local municipality first. The county Recorder of Deeds, 570-325-2651, does not issue permits but can help you find recorded easements or restrictions that may affect a project.
How can I create a list of property owners in Carbon County?
The land records portal is designed for individual lookups, but you can search recent deed recordings by date through the Carbon County land records access portal to see parties to recent transfers. For bulk data, call the Recorder of Deeds Office at 570-325-2651 and ask what is available.