Erie County, PA Property Records
Property records in Erie, Pennsylvania document key details about real estate, including ownership history, parcel identification, assessed value, property boundaries, tax information, and recorded transfers or liens. These records are useful for homeowners, buyers, real estate professionals, researchers, and attorneys who need to verify ownership, review tax obligations, evaluate property history, or confirm legal descriptions before a sale or financing transaction.
Official Erie property records are maintained primarily by Erie County offices, including the Assessment Office and related land records departments. Users can access current assessment and tax-related information through the county’s online Erie property records resources or by contacting the appropriate county office for certified copies and recorded documents. Using official sources helps ensure the information is accurate, current, and suitable for legal or administrative purposes.
Erie County, PA Property Records & Statistics
Erie County has a median rent of $814, a little below the Pennsylvania median of $839 and the national figure of $840.25. The median home value of $155,250 is lower than the state's $168,550 and the national $173,750, so housing is moderately affordable. Renter-occupied housing makes up 25.16% of occupied homes, above the state share of 19.64% and the national share of 21.81%, which points to an active rental market, likely supported by the city of Erie.
The median property tax rate is 1.6%, higher than the state rate of 1.3% and more than double the national rate of 0.74%. Even with lower home values, owners face a relatively heavy tax rate compared with much of Pennsylvania.
The median household income is $65,605, slightly above the state's $63,611 and the national $65,108. The unemployment rate of 3.35% is higher than both the state's 2.84% and the national 2.87%, suggesting a somewhat softer job market.
Overall, the figures describe a county with below-average home values and rents, above-average property taxes, incomes near the benchmarks, and unemployment that runs higher than the state and the nation.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Erie
Erie County property records cover tax assessments, recorded deeds and mortgages, valuation data, and foreclosure filings. The county has 120,087 total parcels, including 95,533 residential and 8,176 commercial parcels, with tax records covering 96.7% of the population for the 2025 assessment year. Recorded documents include 201,860 deeds and 258,874 mortgages, and valuation data is available for 72,426 properties.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 120,087 |
| Residential Parcels | 95,533 |
| Commercial Parcels | 8,176 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 96.7% |
| Assessment Year | 2025 |
| Deed Records | 201,860 |
| Mortgage Records | 258,874 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 72,426 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Lis Pendens Records | 539 |
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 servicer to another, while a release shows the loan was paid off and the lien removed from the property.
Erie County has 231,755 assignment and release records. They include 25,300 assignment documents and 206,251 release documents, along with 204 other documents. Assignments were recorded from January 22, 2000, through August 18, 2025, and releases from December 20, 1993, through August 19, 2025.
These records help buyers, owners, and title researchers confirm that earlier mortgages were satisfied, follow a loan as it changed hands, and identify liens that may still be open before a sale or refinance. The long release history also makes it easier to research older loans on a property.
How to Search Erie County, PA Property Records
Erie County deeds, mortgages, and related land documents are recorded by the Recorder of Deeds, part of the Clerk of Records, at 140 West Sixth Street in Erie. The county's records include 120,087 parcels along with recorded deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases that show ownership history, transfers, and loans secured by a property.
The Erie County Recorder of Deeds and Land Records page is the official starting point for searching land records, learning about recording requirements, and finding electronic recording information for title companies and attorneys.
To search, gather the owner's name, the property address, or known document details such as a parcel number or recording date. Follow the land records search options on the county page, enter the most complete information you have, and review the matching documents. If nothing appears, try other name spellings or a wider date range.
For help finding a document or to ask about copies, call the Recorder of Deeds at 814-451-6246. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Erie Registrar of Deeds
The Erie County Probate Office is located at 140 West Sixth Street, Erie, PA, 16501 and can be reached at 814-451-6246. Office hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Records can be accessed through the official website eriecountypa.gov.
Erie County Recorder of Deeds Office
Erie County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Erie County property records by address?
Begin on the Erie County Recorder of Deeds and Land Records page, which explains how to search recorded documents. Records are indexed mostly by name and document details, so an owner name helps. If you only have an address, call 814-451-6246 and staff can suggest how to locate the parcel.
How can I find property owners in Erie County?
Ownership appears on recorded deeds, and the latest deed generally identifies the current owner. The county has 201,860 deed records, with deeds recorded from January 4, 1989. Use the land records page to search, or call the Recorder of Deeds at 814-451-6246 for help.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Erie County?
Erie County's assessment records cover 120,087 parcels and reflect the 2025 assessment year, last updated May 19, 2025. Assessments are maintained by the county's assessment office, not the Recorder. Call the Recorder of Deeds at 814-451-6246 and ask to be directed to the office that can provide a parcel's assessed value.
Where can I find Erie County property tax bills and payment records?
Pennsylvania property tax bills are issued by county, municipal, and school district tax collectors, and Erie County's median tax rate is 1.6%. To find out who bills your property, call the Recorder of Deeds at 814-451-6246, 140 West Sixth Street, Erie, and staff can direct you to the correct office.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Erie County?
Deeds, mortgages, assignments, and releases are recorded by the Recorder of Deeds. See the Erie County land records page for search and recording information. You can also visit the office at 140 West Sixth Street, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, or call 814-451-6246.
Where can I access Erie County parcel maps and GIS information?
The county's records cover 120,087 parcels, but the Recorder's office does not publish parcel maps. For GIS or parcel boundary mapping, call the Recorder of Deeds at 814-451-6246 and ask which county office maintains it. Any parcel map is a general reference and not a legal survey of a property's boundaries.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Erie County?
Permits and zoning in Pennsylvania are generally handled by the municipality where the property is located, so contact the city, borough, or township for your address. The Recorder of Deeds at 814-451-6246 can help you identify the right municipality. Recorded deeds found through the land records page may show restrictions.
How can I create a list of property owners in Erie County?
County tools are built for individual lookups. For a larger list, such as owners in a neighborhood, call the Recorder of Deeds at 814-451-6246 to ask what bulk records or copies are available and what fees apply. You can also review the Recorder of Deeds and Land Records page for services.